Pruritus
Conditions
Keywords
chronic pruritus, acute pruritus
Brief summary
The aim of the study is to evaluate the cosmetic features of the product WO 3308 by means of a questionnaire in an interview situation after two weeks of product treatment, giving special consideration to the cosmetic performance, efficacy and skin compatibility and with special focus on the reduction of pruritus. Additionally the tolerance will be evaluated by a dermatologist.
Interventions
Application on the entire body at least once a day over two weeks
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* age: ≥ 18 years * sex: approx. 25% to 50% male and 50% to 75% female * with acute pruritus (lasts less than 6 weeks) or chronic pruritus (lasts longer than 6 weeks): max. 50% with acute pruritus and at least 50% with chronic pruritus
Exclusion criteria
* any deviation from the above-mentioned criteria * known incompatibilities to cosmetics and ingredients of cosmetic test products (please see INCI) * topical medication in the test area within 1 month prior to study start * systemic medication with antibiotics within 2 weeks prior to starting of the study * change in the medication with anti-inflammatory agents within 2 weeks prior to starting the study * systemic medication with immunomodulators (immunsuppressive drugs in the course of a transplantation) and/or chemotherapeutic agents within 4 weeks prior to starting the study * neurodermatitis (atopic dermatitis) * pregnancy and period of breastfeeding
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmetic Features of the Test Product | baseline, two weeks | Change from baseline for the cosmetic features (spreadability, absorbtion, skin feeling after application, fragrance) of the test product by the means of an interview-based questionnaire |
| Reduction of Pruritus | baseline, two weeks | Change from baseline reduction of pruritus at two weeks by the means of an interview-based questionnaire |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerance of the Test Product on the skin | baseline, two weeks | Change from baseline at two weeks by the means of a dermatological and subjective assessment of skin tolerance on arms and legs |
Countries
Germany