Assessment of the Effects of Silk Pillowcases on Acne Prone Skin (NCT06142487) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Assessment of the Effects of Silk Pillowcases on Acne Prone Skin
48 participantsStarted 2023-11-10
Plain-language summary
The purpose of this study is to determine the effects of using silk pillowcases in mild to moderate non-cystic acne prone skin in comparison to cotton pillowcases.
Who can participate
Age range15 Years – 45 Years
SexALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Males and females between the ages of 15-45 years of age
* The presence of mild to moderate acne vulgaris based on investigator global assessment
* Presence of at least 5 inflammatory lesions and at least 5 non-inflammatory lesions
Exclusion Criteria:
* The presence of severe acne as noted by investigator global assessment.
* Those who are unwilling to discontinue systemic antibiotics and benzoyl peroxide for 4 weeks meet the washout criteria prior to enrolling.
* Those who are unwilling to keep their facial regimen consistent throughout the study, and for 1 month prior to enrolling.
* Individuals who are unwilling to wash pillowcase every week using provided detergent.
* Use of isotretinoin within the three months prior to enrolment
* Individuals who primarily sleep on their back
* Current tobacco smoker or a tobacco smoking history of greater than 10 pack year
* Individuals on oral contraceptive pills or progesterone or estrogen containing therapies.
* Individuals who have changed any of their hormonal based contraception within 3 months prior to joining the study
* Individuals with known allergy or sensitivity to Mulberry Silk or Cotton Fibers in fabric