Can sound waves clear up skin? new trial tests ultrasound for pigment and rosacea
NCT ID NCT07667972
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests whether microfocused ultrasound can safely improve facial pigmentary diseases (like melasma) and rosacea. Two hundred adults will be randomly assigned to receive either real ultrasound or a sham (fake) treatment once a month for six months. Researchers will track changes in skin color, redness, symptoms, and quality of life over a year.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Microfocused ultrasound (a device that uses ultrasound energy to treat skin)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a new, non-invasive option to reduce facial pigmentation and redness in people with melasma, rosacea, or similar skin conditions.
What could go wrong
This is a mid-sized, early-stage trial with no phase designation. The sham control helps, but results may not apply to all skin types or severities. Side effects from ultrasound are possible, like temporary redness or swelling.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Xiangya Hospital, Central South University
Changsha, Hunan, 410083, China