New skin injection shows promise for hydration

NCT ID NCT05747690

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tested a new injectable gel called KIO015 in 78 healthy adults with dehydrated, aging skin. Each person received injections on one side of the face, while the other side was left untreated for comparison. The goal was to see if KIO015 improves skin hydration and overall appearance safely.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

KIO015 (a carboxymethyl chitosan-based biomaterial injected into the skin)

What this could lead to

If successful, KIO015 could become a new option for improving skin hydration and reducing signs of aging without surgery.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage study with no control group for the whole face. The main outcome is subjective (doctor's rating), and results may not apply to everyone.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Eurofins Dermscan Pharmascan

    Villeurbanne, 69100, France