Sunscreen effectiveness study on back skin
Part of Skin clinical trials.
This study tests two sunscreen products to see how well they protect the skin from sun damage. Participants will have a small area on their back treated and then exposed to a controlled amount of UV light to measure the products' effectiveness.
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Who can take part
- Age must be between 18 and 75 years old.
- Must have a light to medium skin tone (Fitzpatrick type I, II, or III).
- Must be in good general health with no skin conditions or allergies to sunscreens, cosmetics, or latex.
- Must not be pregnant, nursing, or planning pregnancy.
- Must not have used certain medications (like antihistamines or steroids) on the back within the past week, or have any recent surgeries or other studies.
- Must agree to avoid sun exposure on the back, not shave or wax the back for 3 days before the study, and attend all visits.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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