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Autologous Hair Follicle Derived Secretome as Adjunct to Aesthetic Procedures

This study is observing how a cosmetic product made from a person's own hair cells (called an autologous hair follicle secretome) works when applied to the skin after certain beauty procedures. It aims to see if it helps with redness that can happen afterward. This isn't a trial testing a new drug; instead, researchers are simply watching how the product is used in real life. It's for adults aged 18 and over who are planning to have aesthetic treatments like facial laser resurfacing or treatments for scars, and who intend to use this specific hair-derived product as part of their aftercare routine. The study is collecting information on how people use the product and how it affects their skin.

At a glance

Status
Recruiting
Sponsor
Acorn Biolabs Inc.
Enrolment target
500
Start
09 Sep 2024
Estimated completion
01 Feb 2027

What is this study about?

Imagine you're having a skin treatment, like a special laser to make your face look smoother. Sometimes, after these treatments, your skin can become a bit red. This study is looking at a cosmetic product that comes from your own hair follicles – the tiny structures in your skin where your hair grows. The idea is that this product, which you put on your skin, might help reduce that redness and help your skin heal.

This isn't like a traditional drug trial where researchers give you a new medicine to see if it works. Instead, it's an 'observational' study. This means the researchers are simply watching and collecting information about how people are already using this hair-derived product after their aesthetic procedures in real-world settings. They're interested in seeing how it performs when people choose to use it as part of their aftercare.

The main goal is to understand if using this specific product makes a difference in how quickly and easily redness goes away after treatments like laser resurfacing on the face, or treatments for acne scars. By observing many people, they hope to gather useful information about how this product can be a helpful addition to beauty routines.

Key takeaways

  • Looks at a cosmetic product made from your own hair cells.
  • Aims to see if it helps reduce redness after beauty treatments.
  • It's an 'observational' study, not testing a new drug.
  • You need to be planning aesthetic procedures like facial laser.
  • You must already intend to use the Acorn hair follicle product.
  • Open to men and women aged 18-60 of any skin type.

Who may be eligible?

This study is looking for both men and women between the ages of 18 and 60, of any skin type. You should be planning to have a 'medical aesthetic procedure' – these are beauty treatments often done by a doctor, like laser resurfacing for your face, or certain treatments for scars (including old ones being treated with laser or microneedling).

It's important that you are already planning to use a specific cosmetic product called 'Acorn Autologous Hair Follicle Secretome' as part of your aftercare. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you've been in another medical study in the last month, you wouldn't be able to join. Also, if you've used certain skin products like retinoids on your face within 7 days of your procedure, that would exclude you.

Could this study suit you?

Answer these quick questions to see if you may be eligible. This is a guide only — the research team makes the final call.

  1. Are you between 18 and 60 years old?
  2. Are you planning to have certain beauty treatments like facial laser or scar treatments?
  3. Are you planning to use the 'Acorn Autologous Hair Follicle Secretome' cosmetic product?
  4. Are you NOT pregnant or breastfeeding?
  5. Have you NOT been in another medical study in the last 30 days?
Answer every question to see your result.

What does participation involve?

Because this is an observational study, it means you'll be using the Acorn Autologous Hair Follicle Secretome cosmetic product as you normally would, as part of your aftercare routine following your aesthetic procedure. The study will mainly involve collecting information about your experience through what's called 'real-world data'. This means your doctors will share information about your treatment and how you use the product with the researchers, often through questionnaires or notes they take during your regular follow-up appointments. There aren't specific study visits or medicines that you wouldn't otherwise be having, and the total duration would depend on the normal follow-up for your procedure and product use.

Potential risks and benefits

Since this is an observational study of a cosmetic product you'd already be using, there are generally no extra risks beyond those associated with your planned aesthetic procedure and using the product itself. Potential benefits might include contributing to a better understanding of how this product helps with redness after treatments. You can stop participating in the study at any time without it affecting your medical care or relationship with your doctor.

Locations (40)

  • Skin Wellness Dermatology
    Verified postcode
    Birmingham, United States· Withdrawn
  • BelleSante
    Verified postcode
    Scottsdale, United States· Recruiting
  • Arash Moradzadeh MD
    Verified postcode
    Beverly Hills, United States· Withdrawn
  • Glenn Vallecillos, MD Inc
    Verified postcode
    Beverly Hills, United States· Withdrawn
  • Behr Laser & Skin Care Center
    Verified postcode
    Fresno, United States· Recruiting
  • Aesthetics By Dr. Lee
    Verified postcode
    Granite Bay, United States· Recruiting
  • Carlo Honrado, MD, FACS
    Verified postcode
    Los Angeles, United States· Recruiting
  • Marcus Medical
    Verified postcode
    Manhattan Beach, United States· Withdrawn
  • N2 Aesthetics
    Verified postcode
    Manhattan Beach, United States· Recruiting
  • Marina Plastic Surgery
    Verified postcode
    Marina del Rey, United States· Recruiting
  • M Beauty by Tess
    Verified postcode
    San Diego, United States· Recruiting
  • Modern Aesthetics
    Verified postcode
    Walnut Creek, United States· Withdrawn

Common questions

What is 'autologous hair follicle secretome'?

It's a special cosmetic product made using cells from your own hair follicles, designed to help skin after certain treatments.

Is this a new medicine being tested?

No, this isn't a drug trial. Researchers are just observing how people already choose to use this cosmetic product in their aftercare.

What kind of beauty treatments are included?

Procedures like laser resurfacing on the face, or treatments for various scars (like acne or surgical scars) are included.

Do I have to use a specific product?

Yes, to be in this study, you must be planning to use the 'Acorn Autologous Hair Follicle Secretome' cosmetic product.

Will I have extra doctor visits?

No, your study participation will align with your normal follow-up appointments for your aesthetic procedure and product use.

How to find out more

Lisa Campbell, PhD

Always speak to your GP or specialist before deciding to take part in a study.

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