Our skin is home to huge numbers of bacteria, fungi, and viruses, and each of us has a unique fingerprint of our particular mix of microbial communities that is defined by its genetic makeup or microbiome. New research now shows that despite regular cleaning and contact with microbe-contaminated objects, our personal skin microbiome remains surprisingly stable over time.
Skin bacteria do not change much, despite regular washing. Catharine Paddock, PhD. Medical News Today. May 8, 2016. http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/310003.php
