Compatibility of Prebiotic and Rose Water in Formulation

Regarding the combination of Prebio-care and Rose Water in a formulation:

You are correct that Prebio-care (Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide) acts as a prebiotic to nourish beneficial skin bacteria, and Rose Water (Rosa Damascena) has some antibacterial properties.

While Rose Water does possess mild antibacterial qualities, its effect is generally not strong enough to eliminate the beneficial bacteria that Prebio-care is designed to support. Prebiotics like Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide work by providing a specific food source that beneficial microorganisms can preferentially metabolize, helping them thrive and outcompete less desirable bacteria.

Therefore, using both ingredients in the same formulation is generally acceptable. The mild antibacterial action of Rose Water is unlikely to negate the positive effect of Prebio-care in promoting a healthy skin microbiome. The combination can potentially offer a balanced approach, supporting beneficial flora while providing some mild inhibition of potential pathogens.