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The rise of the BACTERIAL FACIAL

Bacterial facials powered by vegan exosomes are signalling a shift toward microbiome-focused treatments that support skin recovery and regeneration

Exosomes have been a major buzzword within the professional skincare landscape, and at the centre of this evolution is a powerful new innovation: the bacterial facial. Once considered niche, microbiome-inspired skin treatments are now defining the future of advanced skin health. And leading this charge is Exo Booster, Dermalogica’s latest breakthrough, featuring the world’s first vegan bacterial exosome system.

A NEW ERA OF REGENERATIVE SKIN CARE

After three years of dedicated research, Dermalogica has introduced a next-generation skin recovery solution that redefines what postprocedure results can look like. Exo Booster is the first skincare product to harness Lactobacillus exosomes, bacterial-derived cellular messengers that are clinically proven to outperform even human exosomes in aesthetic recovery¹.

These powerful exosomes act as messengers, guiding skin cells to renew, repair and regenerate with precision. The result: visibly smoother, healthier, and more resilient skin after just one treatment. In clinical trials, wrinkle reduction was shown to be 86% greater when Exo Booster was used alongside microneedling, compared to microneedling alone ².

THE SCIENCE BEHIND THE BACTERIAL FACIAL

Unlike traditional facials that focus on exfoliation or hydration, bacterial facials leverage the skin’s biological communication systems to promote recovery and strengthen the skin barrier. The microbiome, the ecosystem of beneficial bacteria on our skin, is essential to skin health, and Exo Booster is designed to support and amplify it.

What makes Lactobacillus exosomes revolutionary is their biocompatibility and efficacy. These vegan exosomes not only enhance skin communication at the cellular level but also deliver bioactives that stimulate collagen production, reduce the appearance of inflammation, and accelerate healing. Their compatibility with skin makes them ideal for use during and after treatments like microneedling, RF microneedling, Fraxel and non-ablative laser.

DESIGNED FOR THE TREATMENT ROOM

Dermalogica’s Exo Booster is available exclusively as a professional bi-phase treatment. Each service delivers 10 billion Lactobacillus exosomes and incorporates the brand’s signature Pro Power Peel and microneedling protocol to ensure optimal penetration and performance. Exo Booster also extends post-treatment care, supporting skin regeneration for up to seven days after application.

Treatments are currently available at Dermalogica flagship locations and qualified professional partners across the UK and Ireland. For best results, a series of three services spaced four weeks apart is recommended.

RETHINKING RECOVERY

The rise of bacterial facials signals a broader movement: one that prioritises skin regeneration over aggressive correction. With its pioneering exosome technology and clinically proven results, Exo Booster represents the next phase in skin health that works with the skin’s biology, not against it.

In the hands of Dermalogica-trained professionals, Exo Booster delivers amplified, longer-lasting results that elevate the entire postprocedure experience.

• Goal: Measure the superiority of Exo Booster versus human exosomes

• Participants: 30 subjects across three modalities (Morpheus 8 RF Microneedling, Ultra Clear Ablative Laser, Tixel Fractional Laser)

• Method: Half face treated with Exo Booster, half with human exosomes

• Findings: Three weeks post-treatment, the majority of subjects had greater improvements with Exo Booster. A small number had equal results.² Clinical Study 1 – 86% greater reduction in wrinkle appearance vs. microneedling alone

• Goal: Measure amplification of Exo Booster in microneedling

• Participants: 32 subjects received full face microneedling at 1mm depth

• Method: Half face treated with Exo Booster, half untreated

• Findings: Three weeks post-treatment, the Exo Booster-treated side saw 86% greater wrinkle reduction than the untreated side.

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