Skincare breakthrough? new study tests niacinamide creams for dark spots in black women
NCT ID NCT07618572
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study is testing whether a daily skincare routine with niacinamide and bioceramides can reduce facial dark spots (post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation) and improve self-esteem and quality of life in 60 Black women with darker skin tones. Participants will use a cleanser, moisturizer, serum, and sunscreen for 12 weeks, and doctors will track changes in pigmentation and well-being through photos and questionnaires.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Niacinamide and Bioceramide-Based Skincare Regimen
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a simple, non-prescription skincare routine to reduce facial dark spots and boost self-esteem in Black women.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with only 60 participants and no comparison group, so results may not apply broadly. The improvement may be modest or temporary.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Hospital Israelita Albert Einstein
RECRUITINGSão Paulo, São Paulo, 05652-900, Brazil
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