Prospective Evaluation of Topical Almond Oil vs Hydroquinone

Status Active, not recruiting

Clinical Trial Summary

The purpose of this study is to analyze facial pigmentation and skin microbiome changes after topical almond oil application, compared to the use of topical hydroquinone.

Clinical Trial Description

The purpose of this experiment is to analyze facial pigmentation and skin microbiome changes after topical almond oil application, compared to the use of topical hydroquinone. There will be a total of 50 subjects: - 25 randomized to receive almond oil nightly - 25 randomized to receive 2% hydroquinone nightly Study Timelines: - The duration of an individual subject's participation will last from the day of the consent/screening (visit 1) until visit 5 where they will have images taken and measurements collected to assess skin pigment, skin hydration, sebum excretion rate. - The duration of participation is 4 months. - The estimated time for the investigators to complete primary analysis is 2 years. ;

Study Design

Related Conditions & MeSH terms

Skin Pigmentation

Clinical Trial Details

NCT number	NCT04875715
Study type	Interventional
Source	University of California, Davis
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Status	Active, not recruiting
Phase	Phase 4
Start date	July 1, 2021
Completion date	August 1, 2023

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