Scientists test two methods to make skin red on purpose
NCT ID NCT07179263
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tested two methods—applying a strong acid or repeatedly sticking and removing tape—to cause skin redness in 44 healthy women. Researchers measured how red the skin got and how long the redness lasted. The goal was to find a reliable way to create redness for future skin irritation studies.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- 50% glycolic acid
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help researchers develop better ways to test skin irritation treatments.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study in healthy volunteers, not a treatment trial. The methods may not work the same in people with skin conditions.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Shanghai China-norm Quality Technical Service Co., Ltd.
Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, 200072, China
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