If you have eczema, you’ve probably heard the usual advice: “moisturise more” and “don’t scratch it”, which is honestly true!
But what if you’re already doing everything right and your skin still flares up anyway?
You use gentle cleansers, layer thick moisturisers, avoid triggers, and follow all the skincare “rules”, yet the redness, itchiness or flare-ups still come back when they want to.
That’s when many start wondering: is skincare alone enough?
When Skincare Doesn’t Feel… Enough
Many people with eczema put a lot of effort into protecting their skin barrier. This usually includes switching to fragrance-free products, simplifying routines, and focusing heavily on hydration.
However, flare-ups can still happen because skin is influenced by both external and internal factors.
These triggers can include:
- Stress
- Lack of sleep
- Pollution exposure
- Dietary factors
Over time, the skin may start to feel more reactive and less predictable. This is usually when people begin looking beyond topical care and start considering internal factors as well.
What Is the Gut–Skin Connection?
One area that has been gaining attention is the gut-skin axis, which refers to the relationship between gut health, immune function, and skin condition.
In simple terms, the idea is that:
- A balanced gut may help support overall immune regulation
- An imbalanced gut microbiome may contribute to inflammation
- This inflammation can sometimes influence skin sensitivity or flare-ups
While research is still developing, this connection is why some people choose to explore gut support alongside their skincare routines as part of a more holistic approach.
One of the formulations designed around this concept is MIRIQA® Dermabiotics™.
How Does MIRIQA® Dermabiotics™Support Eczema-Prone and Sensitive Skin?
MIRIQA® Dermabiotics™ is the first probiotic in Singapore formulated to support gut health, immune balance, and skin wellness through the gut-skin axis.
Instead of focusing only on digestion, it is designed to support internal balance, which may help reduce factors linked to skin reactivity over time.
It brings together key components that work in synergy to support gut and skin health:
- Prebiotics to nourish and support beneficial gut bacteria
- 30 billion probiotics to introduce good bacteria into the gut
- 10 billion postbiotics, to support gut function and immune function
- Vitamin D3 to support immune system regulation and skin health
It also uses quadruple patented encapsulation technology, which protects the live cultures so they can survive the digestive system and reach the gut more effectively.
Taken consistently, it is intended to work as internal support alongside skincare, helping to create a more balanced internal environment that supports calmer and less reactive skin over time.
MIRIQA® Dermabiotics™ is suitable for use across different life stages, making it a family-friendly option for those looking to incorporate gut support into their routine.
Its suitability includes:
- Infants from 3 months and above
- Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers
- Children
- Adults
How To Consume MIRIQA® Dermabiotics™?
Take MIRIQA® Dermabiotics™ once daily for best results, with simple steps that make it easy to incorporate into your routine.
- Recommended dosage: one sachet daily
- Consume directly, or mix with room temperature water
- Do not dissolve in hot water
- Take at least two hours apart from antibiotics for better absorption
What To Look For In A Probiotic?
Not all probiotic supplements are created equal, especially when it comes to supporting sensitive or eczema prone skin. While many probiotics focus on general digestive health, some are formulated more specifically to support the gut skin connection.
When choosing a probiotic, there are a few things worth paying attention to:
- Whether the formula includes ingredients beyond probiotics, such as postbiotics or vitamins that help support immune function and overall skin health.
- How well the supplement is protected through digestion, since probiotics need to survive the journey through the digestive system in order to work effectively
- Whether the supplement is targeted towards specific concerns like sensitive or reactive skin, rather than being just a general wellness supplement
This is where MIRIQA® Dermabiotics™ stands out. It combines Postbiotics, Probiotics, Prebiotics, and Vitamin D3 in one targeted formula, while its quadruple patented encapsulation technology is designed to help protect and deliver the ingredients more effectively through the digestive system.
MIRIQA® Dermabiotics™ is available exclusively at National Skin Center, National University Hospital, Singapore General Hospital, Changi General Hospital, KK Children Hospital, Sengkang General Hospital, Singhealth Pharmacare, Dermatologists, Paediatricians, and other clinics .
This article is brought to you by MIRIQA® Dermabiotics™.
