A Single-Center, Exploratory Study to Analyze the Dynamics of Skin Microflora Following Exposure to Surfactants

Completed · Not applicable

Conditions studied: Dermatitis

In brief

The purpose of this study is to understand the changes in skin microflora, skin barrier function, and skin biochemical constituents in response to direct contact with model surfactants used in personal care articles. The results from this study will provide insights into the complex interaction between the skin microbiome and the epidermis after exposure to surfactants.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT02615912

Run by

Kimberly-Clark Corporation

People needed

24

Starts

2015-11-01

Expected to finish

2016-02-01

Last updated by the study team

2016-09-28

Who can join

Age: 18 and older, up to 60. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Healthy Subjects with Fitzpatrick Skin Types I, II or III

You may not qualify if…

• Subjects with visible skin disease, tattoos, skin condition, or abnormal skin color

Where it is running

• Reliance Clinical Testing Service — Irving, Texas, United States

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