Topical Vitamin A Versus Vehicle Cream in the Treatment of Aged Skin

Inclusion Criteria: * Male and female * 70 years of age or older * history of Bateman's purpura on arms * Relatively good general health and able to perform daily tasks Exclusion Criteria: * Sensitivity to any formulation ingredients * History of Cardiovascular disease with continuing deficits (example: partial paralysis) * Participated in any clinical trials within last 30 days * Topical steroids or other drugs two weeks prior to study entry (short-term application of topical antimicrobials is allowed) * Hormone replacement therapy within last 6 months.