Infrared and Broadband Light for Skin Aging

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Conditions studied: Aging

In brief

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.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT03243981

Run by

Stanford University

People needed

5

Starts

2016-11-20

Expected to finish

2017-06-20

Last updated by the study team

2019-10-01

Who can join

Age: 55 and older. Sex: female. Healthy volunteers: accepted.

You may qualify if…

• 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

You may not qualify if…

• 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)

Where it is running

• Stanford University — Redwood City, California, United States

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