Kind to Biome

The KIND TO BIOME seal of quality is for science-forward brands that strive for skin and scalp microbiome-gentleness.

KIND TO BIOME offers accessible product-microbiome testing. Working closely with science-forward skin care, cosmetic and personal care brands, KIND TO BIOME assesses how individual ingredients and formulas influence the skin’s microbiome – the all-important skin health dimension.

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Skin microbiome—the all-important dimension in skin health.

The KIND TO BIOME mark is for science-backed skincare brands that make skin microbiome-gentle products.
Become skin microbiome-gentle approved
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On a mission to make all skin care, cosmetic and personal care products at least microbiome-gentle within the next 5 years.

As the skin microbiome era starts to unfold, KIND TO BIOME is here to support science-forward companies to change the way products are made. We offer accessible product-microbiome testing and assess the link between the skin microbiome and products.

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Some KIND TO BIOME approved products

Some science-forward brands we work with

Exhibitions 2025

NYSCC Suppliers' Day 2025

New York, US

3rd – 4th June

Booth 1474

In-Cosmetics Global 2025

Amsterdam, The Netherlands

8th – 10th April

 Booth 12D54

Testimonials

Arabella Preston
Co-Founder
Votary
”The KIND TO BIOME mark is a great way to educate consumers about the all-important skin microbiome”
Flo Glendenning
VP of Product & Sustainability
The Nue Co.
“The ability to carry a third party verified mark of approval on your skincare products, such as KIND TO BIOME, is the gold-standard for us and our customers. The future of skincare is rooted in skin health, and Kind to Biome are at the forefront of supporting that movement with accountability and transparency"
Sam McKnight
Founder
Hair by Sam McKnight
“As a hair professional I know that great hair starts at the scalp with a healthy skin microbiome - so, I’m thrilled that my Light Nourish and Rich Cleanse shampoos have received the KIND TO BIOME quality mark. This accreditation is so important as it’s a seal of quality that enables consumers to shop with confidence.”
Want to learn more? Progress is all about questions.
Here you will find straight-forward questions with kind answers.
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Child Microbiome Health: An Interview with Alba Health
The gut microbiome has an important role in these development processes, for example, some specific bacteria help train the immune system in the first 6-12 months of life.
The Textile x Microbiome Relationship: an Interview with Rosie Broadhead of PHIOME
Since working in sportswear or performance wear and exploring how materials can influence your body, I became especially interested in clothing where the textile is directly in contact with your skin. I
Cross-industry Microbiome Exploration with SKIN SERIES and the Textile x Microbiome Relationship.
The SKIN SERIES platform delves into the intricate relationship between clothing and the body, particularly focusing on the skin and textile microbiome.
IN THE NEWS: RMS Beauty Launches Skin Care Range certified by KIND TO BIOME
RMS Beauty's collaboration with KIND TO BIOME is spotlighted in the launch of new skincare products. The collaboration focuses on incorporating microbiome-friendly formulations, aligning with the growing consumer interest in skin health.
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KIND TO BIOME offers independent and accessible product-microbiome testing. KIND TO BIOME also offers a new quality mark that assures skin and scalp microbiome-gentleness of products and ingredients.
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