Micreobalance® is Gladskin’s proprietary enzyme that helps restore balance to the skin microbiome by creating an environment where beneficial bacteria can thrive.

The skin microbiome refers to the diverse ecosystem of microorganisms, including bacteria, that live on the surface of the skin. When the skin barrier is compromised, opportunistic bacteria can overgrow, causing your skin to flare and contributing to skin conditions like eczema. Repairing the skin barrier and restoring balance to your skin microbiome is key to healthy skin.

The difference between the Eczema Cream formula and Soothing Cream for Babies and Kids formula is that the Eczema Cream contains colloidal oatmeal, while the Soothing Cream for Babies and Kids is oat-free. Colloidal oatmeal is a skin-protectant ingredient that can be beneficial to reduce eczema symptoms, such as itch and redness. That said, if you have oat allergy or sensitivity, we recommend our oat-free Soothing Cream to calm dry skin.

Many people experience relief from eczema symptoms within a few days of using Gladskin, but for some it can take up to 3 weeks of consistent use to see a difference. We'd recommend using Gladskin daily as a proactive maintenance product, even if you are not currently experiencing a flare-up. In rare cases, some first-time users' symptoms may temporarily worsen before getting better. Any discomfort should be mild and is usually an indication that Gladskin is beginning to work. This should improve within 10 days, often much sooner. That said, you know your skin best. If you’re concerned your reaction is possibly allergy-related, we recommend checking in with your doctor or dermatologist.

Many people use multiple products for their eczema. If you’re using multiple topicals, we recommend starting with Gladskin Eczema Cream and waiting five minutes before applying other topical products. 

If you have an oat allergy, we recommend using our oat-free <u>Soothing Cream for Babies and Kids</u> with Micreobalance®, which also helps balance the skin microbiome.