CompletedNot Applicable

Infrared and Broadband Light for Skin Aging

United States5 participantsStarted 2016-11-20

Plain-language summary

In this exploratory study, we hope to learn if treatment of broadband light with infrared light can alter the molecular pathways associated with aging. Secondary exploratory objective is to see if there are any visible effects of this light treatment on human skin.

Who can participate

Age range55 Years

SexFEMALE

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Inclusion Criteria: * 1\. Female 2. Age 55 years or older (total 6) 3. Fitzpatrick skin type 2-3 4. Photo-aging at least moderate on the extensor forearms Exclusion Criteria: * 1\. Unable to understand and sign informed consent form 2. Unable to comply with study procedures 3. Pregnant or lactating 4. Prior treatment to forearms including topical retinoid, laser treatment, photodynamic treatment, prescription topical agents x 1 month 5. Active skin conditions that precluding treatment including zoster, blistering skin disease, psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, abnormal scarring, skin cancer in the area of study treatment 6. Currently on hormone based therapy (both systemic and topical)

What they're measuring

Number of Genes With Significant Change in Gene Transcription

Timeframe: 16 weeks

Trial details

NCT IDNCT03243981

SponsorStanford University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2017-06-20

Results submitted2019-08-15

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