Evaluating the effects of food supplements on skin in women aged 40-60
Randomized and Double-blind Study to Evaluate the Physiological Effects on the Skin of 3 Food Supplements Versus Placebo in 40-60 Years Old Female Subjects
This study is testing whether three different food supplements can improve the skin of healthy women aged 40 to 60 compared to a placebo over three months.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 132 (estimated) |
| Ages | 40 Years to 60 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Nexira Industry-sponsored |
| Locations | 1 site (Paris) |
| Trial ID | NCT06254209 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to assess the physiological effects of three different food supplements on the skin of healthy female volunteers aged 40 to 60. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the supplements or a placebo for a duration of three months. Key skin parameters such as firmness, elasticity, and overall skin condition will be measured to determine the efficacy of the supplements compared to the placebo. The study employs a monocentric, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled design to ensure reliable results.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are healthy women aged 40 to 60 with specific skin characteristics as outlined in the eligibility criteria.
Not a fit: Patients with chronic health conditions, skin imperfections, or those who are pregnant may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights into effective dietary supplements for improving skin health in middle-aged women.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies on dietary supplements for skin health, this specific approach is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Healthy * Phototype II to IV (Fitzpatrick) * Visual skin radiance score (face) ≤ 7 (0 to 9 points numeric scale) * Tactile skin firmness score (cheek) ≤ 7 (0 to 9 points numeric scale) * Visual cellulite score (thigh) ≥ 3 (0 to 9 points numeric scale) Exclusion Criteria: * Chronic pathology or systemic disorder * Subjects presenting imperfections on the test sites * Pregnant or who are planning to become pregnant * Medication or condition that may interfere with tested outcomes
Where this trial is running
Paris
- Intertek — Paris, France (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Damien Guillemet
- Email: d.guillemet@nexira.com
- Phone: +33232831818
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.