Probiotics Skin Acne Meta-Analysis Evidence Table

Structured evidence table for Probiotics Skin Acne Meta-Analysis, generated from 2 reusable source documents in the Migaku knowledge base.

topicclaimevidence levelcitationsource
Probiotics Skin Acne Meta-AnalysisIts multifactorial pathogenesis involves increased sebum production, follicular hyperkeratinization,colonization, and inflammatory immune responses [].1Abedin Zain Ul (2026)Lactobacillus‐Based Microbiome Therapy for Acne Vulgaris: A GRADE Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
Probiotics Skin Acne Meta-AnalysisBeyond physical manifestations, acne also impairs psychosocial health, often leading to anxiety, depression, and reduced quality of life [].1Abedin Zain Ul (2026)Lactobacillus‐Based Microbiome Therapy for Acne Vulgaris: A GRADE Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
Probiotics Skin Acne Meta-AnalysisWhile some studies reported significant reductions in inflammatory and non‐inflammatory lesions when compared with placebo or benzoyl peroxide, others found modest or non‐significant effects [,,].1Abedin Zain Ul (2026)Lactobacillus‐Based Microbiome Therapy for Acne Vulgaris: A GRADE Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
Probiotics Skin Acne Meta-Analysis1 2 3 4 5 Cutibacterium acnes Acne vulgaris is one of the most prevalent dermatological disorders, the eighth most common disease worldwide, affecting approximately 9%–10% of the global population [].1Abedin Zain Ul (2026)Lactobacillus‐Based Microbiome Therapy for Acne Vulgaris: A GRADE Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
Probiotics Skin Acne Meta-AnalysisThese treatments show varying degrees of efficacy and improved safety profiles, but most lack head-to-head comparisons with isotretinoin.4Tommasino N (2026)Beyond Isotretinoin: A Narrative Review of Emerging Systemic Therapies for Moderate-to-Severe Acne.
Probiotics Skin Acne Meta-AnalysisConclusion Several systemic options beyond isotretinoin have emerged, showing potential in specific subgroups or as adjunctive therapies.4Tommasino N (2026)Beyond Isotretinoin: A Narrative Review of Emerging Systemic Therapies for Moderate-to-Severe Acne.
Probiotics Skin Acne Meta-AnalysisHowever, further large-scale comparative studies are needed to define their roles within evidence-based acne management algorithms.4Tommasino N (2026)Beyond Isotretinoin: A Narrative Review of Emerging Systemic Therapies for Moderate-to-Severe Acne.
Probiotics Skin Acne Meta-AnalysisBackground Acne vulgaris is a common inflammatory skin disorder with significant psychosocial impact.4Tommasino N (2026)Beyond Isotretinoin: A Narrative Review of Emerging Systemic Therapies for Moderate-to-Severe Acne.
topicProbiotics Skin Acne Meta-Analysis
claimIts multifactorial pathogenesis involves increased sebum production, follicular hyperkeratinization,colonization, and inflammatory immune responses [].
evidence level1
citationAbedin Zain Ul (2026)
sourceLactobacillus‐Based Microbiome Therapy for Acne Vulgaris: A GRADE Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
topicProbiotics Skin Acne Meta-Analysis
claimBeyond physical manifestations, acne also impairs psychosocial health, often leading to anxiety, depression, and reduced quality of life [].
evidence level1
citationAbedin Zain Ul (2026)
sourceLactobacillus‐Based Microbiome Therapy for Acne Vulgaris: A GRADE Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
topicProbiotics Skin Acne Meta-Analysis
claimWhile some studies reported significant reductions in inflammatory and non‐inflammatory lesions when compared with placebo or benzoyl peroxide, others found modest or non‐significant effects [,,].
evidence level1
citationAbedin Zain Ul (2026)
sourceLactobacillus‐Based Microbiome Therapy for Acne Vulgaris: A GRADE Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
topicProbiotics Skin Acne Meta-Analysis
claim1 2 3 4 5 Cutibacterium acnes Acne vulgaris is one of the most prevalent dermatological disorders, the eighth most common disease worldwide, affecting approximately 9%–10% of the global population [].
evidence level1
citationAbedin Zain Ul (2026)
sourceLactobacillus‐Based Microbiome Therapy for Acne Vulgaris: A GRADE Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
topicProbiotics Skin Acne Meta-Analysis
claimThese treatments show varying degrees of efficacy and improved safety profiles, but most lack head-to-head comparisons with isotretinoin.
evidence level4
citationTommasino N (2026)
sourceBeyond Isotretinoin: A Narrative Review of Emerging Systemic Therapies for Moderate-to-Severe Acne.
topicProbiotics Skin Acne Meta-Analysis
claimConclusion Several systemic options beyond isotretinoin have emerged, showing potential in specific subgroups or as adjunctive therapies.
evidence level4
citationTommasino N (2026)
sourceBeyond Isotretinoin: A Narrative Review of Emerging Systemic Therapies for Moderate-to-Severe Acne.
topicProbiotics Skin Acne Meta-Analysis
claimHowever, further large-scale comparative studies are needed to define their roles within evidence-based acne management algorithms.
evidence level4
citationTommasino N (2026)
sourceBeyond Isotretinoin: A Narrative Review of Emerging Systemic Therapies for Moderate-to-Severe Acne.
topicProbiotics Skin Acne Meta-Analysis
claimBackground Acne vulgaris is a common inflammatory skin disorder with significant psychosocial impact.
evidence level4
citationTommasino N (2026)
sourceBeyond Isotretinoin: A Narrative Review of Emerging Systemic Therapies for Moderate-to-Severe Acne.

Source documents

  1. Lactobacillus‐Based Microbiome Therapy for Acne Vulgaris: A GRADE Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
  2. Beyond Isotretinoin: A Narrative Review of Emerging Systemic Therapies for Moderate-to-Severe Acne.