Oral Supplementation of Astaxanthin on Skin Photoaging, Hydration and Elasticity

Last updated: July 24, 2023
Sponsor: Integrative Skin Science and Research
Overall Status: Active - Recruiting

Phase

N/A

Condition

Skin Aging

Treatment

Astaxanthin 6 mg daily

Placebo

Clinical Study ID

NCT05882084
Asta_Skin_01
  • Ages 30-55
  • Female
  • Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Study Summary

This study is a double-blind placebo controlled study to assess whether oral astaxanthin can improve skin hydration, skin elasticity, improve skin pigmentation, and reduce facial redness.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

Inclusion criteria:

  • Females who are 30 to 55 years of age
  • Half of the women will have Fitzpatrick skin type 1-3 and the other half of the womenwill have Fitzpatrick skin type 4-6

Exclusion

Exclusion criteria:

  • Individuals with a known allergy to astaxanthin or other carotenoids (such aszeaxanthin, lutein, lycopene).
  • Individuals who are unwilling to discontinue carotenoid supplementation for at least 1month prior to enrollment
  • Individuals unwilling to restrict intake of foods like shrimp, salmon, mangos,carrots, and tomatoes during the study.
  • New supplementation within 4 weeks with tocopherol
  • Individuals who are unwilling to stay consistent with a facial cleansing regimen.
  • Those who are unwilling to discontinue topical hydroquinone, retinoid or benzoylperoxide for 2 weeks prior to enrollment
  • Individuals who are pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • Individuals who have changed any of their hormonal based contraception within 3 monthsprior to joining the study.
  • Current tobacco smoker or a tobacco smoking history of greater than 10 pack-years

Study Design

Total Participants: 24
Treatment Group(s): 2
Primary Treatment: Astaxanthin 6 mg daily
Phase:
Study Start date:
July 24, 2023
Estimated Completion Date:
December 31, 2023

Connect with a study center

  • Integrative Skin Science and Research

    Sacramento, California 95819
    United States

    Active - Recruiting

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