Usmari Research & Innovation Centre

This study tests whether taking an oral supplement and applying a retinol serum at night can safely reduce dark spots and brighten skin in healthy women aged 30-60. Sixty-eight Malaysian women with skin pigmentation issues like freckles or sun spots will use the products for 12 w…

This study tests a moisturizing lotion made with Edelweiss extract, macadamia oil, and shea butter in 15 adults with mild-to-moderate eczema. Over 4 weeks, doctors will check skin redness, dryness, and severity, and participants will report any side effects. The goal is to see if…

This study tested a cream made from natural plant extracts, niacinamide, and arbutin to see if it safely lightens dark spots (post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation) on the skin. Twenty-five healthy Malaysian adults used the cream twice daily for 20 weeks. Researchers measured chang…

This study tested whether a serum with low-dose alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) and polyglutamate acid is safe for people with dark spots left after skin inflammation (post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation). 34 Malaysian adults used the serum for 8 weeks, with skin checks at the start, …

This study surveyed 189 adults in Malaysia who have had or plan to have aesthetic treatments. The goal was to understand what influences their choices, such as personal desires, social media, or advice from others. Researchers also looked at how age, gender, and income affect the…