While stockpiling for immune health support drove early sales growth in response to the pandemic, probiotic sales likely will continue increasing, says DuPont Nutrition probiotic marketing head Vanessa Bailey. “My gut tells me I think we could see some sustained increase. There’s going to be some difference in how we behave.”

Emerging Company Profile: Based on its founders’ research at Yale, Azitra is developing topical therapies to treat skin dysbiosis associated with chemotherapy as well as two approaches to atopic dermatitis.

Headquartered in The Hague, Netherlands, Micreos is focused on developing targeted antibacterial products to replace antibiotics, protect against food contamination and treat inflammatory skin conditions. The firm’s Gladskin Eczema Cream, now available stateside, uses a patented enzyme technology to destroy Staphylococcus aureus bacteria while leaving skin’s beneficial flora intact.