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NCT Number: NCT01806831

Efficacy and Safety of Biocellulose Sheet Containing Anti-hyperpigmentation Agent ("Biocellulose Mask", "Farhorm®") in Patients Receiving Laser Treatment

The laser areas treated with biocellulose sheet from coconut juice containing anti-hyperpigmentation agent ("biocellulose mask", "Farhorm®") heal faster than vaseline ointment which is a standard treatment.

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Key information

Conditions

Skin Pigmentation Pathologic Processes Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms Pigmentation Disorders Skin Diseases Skin Irritation Skin and Connective Tissue Diseases

Age range

20 year–50 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Department of Pharmacy Practice, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chulalongkorn Unviersity

Bangkok, 10310, Thailand

About this study

Volar surface at upper arm (2X2 cm) on both sides were treated with semi ablative, 1,550 nm Erbium: glass fractional laser. Biocellulose sheet from coconut juice containing anti-hyperpigmentation agent ("biocellulose mask","Farhorm®")was applied for 20 min on one side and the other side was treated with vaseline ointment. The redness, skin hydration and skin pigmentation were evaluated at that area before laser, immediately after laser and after applying the treatment. These parameters were compared between treatment (area treated with Biocellulose sheet from coconut juice containing anti-hyperpigmentation agent, "biocellulose mask", "Farhorm®") and control (vaseline ointment).

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • Age 20-50 years old
  • No skin problem such as inflammation, fresh wounds
  • Not receive laser treatment during last 3 months
  • No history of smoking or alcohol drinking
  • No allergy to licorice extract, Vit C, Vit E, arbutin or stearyl glycyrrhetinate
  • Willing to participate in this study and can comply with study protocol

Exclusion criteria

  • Has history of hyperallergic reaction
  • Has wound(s) on face during last 4 weeks
  • Has history of eczema, psoriasis during last 6 months
  • Has laser treatment during last month
  • Use steroid, antibiotic, anti-inflammatory drugs or antihistamine during 3 days before recruiting
  • Had major surgery during last 12 months
  • Has history of cancer during last 12 months
  • Pregnant or lactation

Treatment and study plan

"Biocellulose Mask", Farhorm®"

Device

Primary outcomes

  1. The skin pigmentation immediately after laser therapy and after using biocellulose mask

    Time frame: Change from immediately after laser treatment and 30 min after laser and treatment with mask

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Chulalongkorn University

Other

Collaborators

  • Agricultural Research Development Agency (Public Organization)

Registry information

Official study title

Efficacy and Safety of Biocellulose Sheet From Coconut Juice Containing Anti-hyperpigmentation Agent ("Biocellulose Mask", "Farhorm®") in Patients Receiving Laser Treatment

Important dates

Study start
2012
Primary completion
2014
Study completion
2014
First posted
Mar 7, 2013
Registry last updated
Mar 11, 2015

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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