Could a flower extract help heal irritated skin faster?
NCT ID NCT07676253
First seen Jun 30, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a cream made with Helichrysum italicum (Immortelle) extract can help heal irritated skin and restore the skin barrier better than a plain moisturizer. Healthy volunteers will have a small patch of skin irritated with a mild soap, then apply the Immortelle cream, a placebo cream, or nothing to different spots. Researchers will measure skin moisture, water loss, and redness over several days to see if the extract provides extra benefits.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Helichrysum italicum extract cream
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a natural ingredient for soothing skin irritation and speeding up skin barrier repair.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early study in healthy volunteers with artificially induced irritation, so results may not apply to real-world skin conditions. The extract may offer no extra benefit over a standard moisturizer.
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University of Split School of Medicine
RECRUITINGSplit, 21000, Croatia
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