RecruitingPhase 4NCT04875715

Prospective Evaluation of Topical Almond Oil vs Hydroquinone

Prospective Evaluation of Topical Almond Oil vs Hydroquinone on the Appearance of Facial Pigmentation and the Stability of the Microbiome


Sponsor

University of California, Davis

Enrollment

50 participants

Start Date

Jul 1, 2021

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

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.


Eligibility

Sex: FEMALEMin Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This clinical study is investigating "Prospective Evaluation of Topical Almond Oil vs Hydroquinone". Researchers are looking for volunteers to help improve understanding and treatments in this area. You may be eligible if: - You are at least 18 Years - You are female - Premenopausal women of Fitzpatrick skin types 3 to 6 You may NOT be eligible if: - Those with a nut allergy - Individuals who are unwilling to discontinue vitamin E containing supplements and food sources during the washout and intervention. - Individual who are unwilling to discontinue topical cosmetic products during the duration of the study. - Retinoids such as tretinoin, adapalene, retinol. - Antioxidant ingredients such as vitamin C or vitamin E. - Pigment-reducing agents such as hydroquinone, azelaic acid, kojic acid per the discretion of the investigator except for the hydroquinone that is provided in this study. Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

OTHERAlmond Oil

Almond oil

DRUGHydroquinone Topical

Hydroquinone 2% cream


Locations(1)

UC Davis Department of Dermatology, Clinical Trials Unit

Sacramento, California, United States

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