# Microbiome Skincare Collections Hero Cosmetics Launches its Force Shield Skincare Collection By Elena Rahman | Published 2021-06-17 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/force-shield-skincare-collection References: [happi](https://www.happi.com/contents/view_breaking-news/2021-06-10/indie-beauty-brand-hero-cosmetics-debuts-force-shield-microbiome-balancing-skin-care/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:+HappiBreakingNews) & [herocosmetics.us](https://www.herocosmetics.us/products/force-shield-balance-duo) The Force Shield skincare collection by Hero Cosmetics is geared towards acne-prone skin and complicated complexions. The indie beauty brand's new line focuses on balancing the microbiome in the skin. Clinically tested, the products in the collection are non-irritating and are free of drying alcohols and artificial colors. The brand's new collection features three skin-healing products. The Force Shield Superfuel Serum Stick will help rejuvenate the skin with a natural glow and is perfect for an on-the-go lifestyle. The Supercharged Reset Mist acts as a refreshing [microbiome balancer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biomebalancing-clear-prevent-serum). Finally, the [Acne SPF](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-serum-spf) keeps skin protected from the sun without clogging pores or irritating the skin. [Hero Cosmetics'](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heor-dark-spot) simple approach to skincare aims to eliminate the stigma around acne treatment. Image Credit: happi ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/cosmetics) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Microbiome-balancing Skincare:** The trend of developing skincare products that focus on balancing the microbiome in the skin offers opportunities for disruptive innovations, such as personalized microbiome-based skincare routines. - **Acne-friendly Skincare:** The trend towards developing skincare lines that cater specifically to acne-prone skin creates opportunities for disruptive innovations, such as AI-powered acne diagnosis and treatment recommendation systems. - **On-the-go Skincare:** The trend towards developing portable and convenient skincare products that can be used on-the-go presents opportunities for disruptive innovations, such as modular, customizable skincare kits that cater to specific skin concerns. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Indie Beauty:** Indie beauty brands like Hero Cosmetics are disrupting the skincare industry by developing new lines that focus on microbiome-balancing and acne-friendly products. - **Clinical Skincare:** The clinical skincare industry can capitalize on the trend towards developing microbiome-balancing products by investing in research and development of personalized skincare treatments based on the individual's microbiome. - **Skincare Tech:** The skincare tech industry is poised to disrupt the way we approach skincare routines with emerging technologies such as AI-powered skincare diagnosis and treatment recommendation systems that cater to specific skin concerns. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Microbiome-Friendly Skincare Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microbioskin.md) - [Microbiome-Focused Skin Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/revoderm-pharma.md) - [Probiotic-Based Acne Treatments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barrier-clear-treatment.md) - [Dermatologist-Tested Acne Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/first-aid-beauty-debuts.md) - [Stress-Relieving Acne Skincare](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anti-acne-biome.md) - [Microbiome-Balancing Acne Serums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biomebalancing-clear-prevent-serum.md) - [Holistic Dermatological Skincare Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gutbrainskin.md) - [Sensitive Skin-Targeted Beauty Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dermablend-professional.md) - [Advanced Probiotic Serums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acne-phage-serum.md)