Most of us know that probiotics are essential for good digestion and a healthy gut. Now research suggests these microbes may also work as tiny "beauty bugs" that help promote clear, beautiful skin.

"Good" bacteria inside the body, and when applied topically, can help calm skin conditions like eczema, acne and rosacea. Probiotics can even help the skin retain moisture and fight signs of aging.

Now fermented skin care products containing these "beauty bugs" have turned into a hot skin care trend.

Award winning cosmetic chemist and aesthetician Elina Fedotova of Elina Organics can explain in simple language why the use of probiotics in skin care is so exciting.

     Topics Elina can address include:

• What probiotics are, and how they keep the skin healthy.
• How probiotics work on the skin when applied topically.
• Easy, cost effective ways to add probiotics to your skin care regimen.
• How to create your own skin-friendly microbes at home.
• DIY recipe for a personalized probiotic mask.

Two of Elina's latest products contain a synergetic blend of friendly bacteria to help restore the natural balance of the skin:

• The Probiotic Polishing Mask is designed to deeply hydrate, brighten and firm dry, to normal and aging complexions.
• The Probiotic Peel is a leave on organic exfoliating serum formulated to help reduce skin irritations and discolorations for a smoother, more radiant appearance. Works best on oil prone complexions.