Psoriasis study seeks best treatment for darker skin tones
NCT ID NCT05981118
First seen Dec 31, 2025 · Last updated May 20, 2026 · Updated 20 times
Summary
This study compares two standard psoriasis treatments to see which one causes fewer changes in skin color (light or dark spots) on the legs. About 40 adults with darker skin tones (Fitzpatrick type 3 or higher) will receive either a steroid cream or tapinarof cream. Researchers will take photos and grade any pigment changes to find the better option for treating psoriasis while preserving natural skin tone.
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Wake Forest University Health Sciences Department of Dermatology
Winston-Salem, North Carolina, 27157, United States
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