Can a Fat-Based cream heal skin like exercise does? new study investigates

NCT ID NCT07366255

First seen Jan 27, 2026 · Last updated May 01, 2026 · Updated 10 times

Summary

This study tested a cream containing a natural fat (tripalmitoleoylglycerol) to see if it could improve skin barrier function in 46 adults with chronic dermatitis. Participants applied the cream or a placebo daily for 7 days. The study also looked at whether exercise levels affected the cream's effectiveness. The goal was to reduce water loss through the skin and ease symptoms like redness and itching.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Department of Dermatology, Shenzhen People's Hospital

    Shenzhen, Guangdong, 518000, China

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