Scientists poke and prod skin to see if cream goes deeper
NCT ID NCT02511145
First seen May 06, 2026 · Last updated May 06, 2026
Summary
This early-stage study looked at how well a medicated cream (Metvixia) gets into the skin after using different mechanical techniques like rubbing or poking. Ten healthy volunteers took part, and researchers measured the cream's penetration using a special light probe. The goal was simply to gather information, not to treat any disease.
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