Could a cholesterol cream soothe eczema?

NCT ID NCT07503197

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a cream with 2% cholesterol can help repair the skin barrier and reduce symptoms in children aged 7-17 with mild to moderate eczema. Thirty participants will apply either the cholesterol cream or a placebo twice daily for 12 weeks. Researchers will measure moisture loss, skin hydration, and eczema severity to see if the cream makes a difference.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

2% cholesterol cream

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a simple, safe moisturizer to help repair the skin barrier and ease eczema symptoms.

What could go wrong

This is a very small pilot study with only 30 participants, so results may not apply widely. The cream may not work better than a basic moisturizer.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

atopic eczema

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Institute of dermatology(inderm)

    Bangkok, 10400, Thailand