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CompletedNCT03180645Updated Jul 1, 2019Results posted

Proof of Concept Anti-ageing Clinical Study in Healthy Subjects

An interventional study of Test product (Moisturising cream) and Positive control (Commercial market place moisturising cream) in Skin Aging, sponsored by GlaxoSmithKline. Completed at 1 site in Germany. Open to female participants aged 30 Years to 65 Years, including healthy volunteers. Per ClinicalTrials.gov, last updated 2019-07-01.

Sponsored by GlaxoSmithKline · Not applicable, Interventional, and Treatment

Phase
Not applicable
Study type
Interventional
Enrollment
72
Allocation
Randomized
Ages
30 Years to 65 Years
Sex
Female
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Study summary

The objective of this POC clinical study is to evaluate the moisturising effects on fine lines and wrinkles, texture, barrier function, hydration and elasticity delivered by 4 weeks of twice daily application of the test product on participants presenting visible signs of ageing.

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Participants who meet all the inclusion/exclusion criteria will be randomised to one of three treatment groups: test product/positive control, test product/no treatment or positive control/no treatment at the baseline visit. Product application within treatment group will be further randomised to either the right or left side of the face. Participants will apply one of the assigned treatments to one side of the face (left or right) and another assigned treatment to the other side of the face as per the randomisation schedule. Participants will be instructed to apply the assigned treatments twice daily (morning and evening, approximately 8-12 hours apart) for 4 weeks (28 days).

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Conditions studied

  • Skin Aging
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In context

Lead sponsor

GlaxoSmithKline is the lead sponsor of 3,562 studies on the registry; 117 are open to participants now.

Of its 258 completed or terminated interventional studies of FDA-regulated products, 232 (90%) have results posted.

Counted across the registry records on this site, refreshed daily.

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Who can participate

Ages eligible
30 Years to 65 Years
Sexes eligible
Female
Accepts healthy volunteers
Yes

Inclusion criteria

  • Demonstrates understanding of the study procedures, restrictions and willingness to participate as evidenced by voluntary written informed consent and has received a signed and dated copy of the informed consent form
  • Good general and mental health with, in the opinion of the investigator or medically qualified designee, no clinically significant and relevant abnormalities in medical history or upon physical examination
  • Females of childbearing potential who are, in the opinion of the investigator, practising a reliable method of contraception. Adequate contraception is defined as abstinence, oral contraceptive, either combined or progestogen alone OR injectable progestogen OR implants of levonorgestrel OR estrogenic vaginal ring OR percutaneous contraceptive patches OR intrauterine device or intrauterine system OR double barrier method (condom or occlusive cap [diaphragm or cervical vault caps] plus spermicidal agent [foam, gel, film, cream, suppository]) OR male partner sterilization prior to the female subject's entry into the study, and this male is the sole partner for that participant
  • Willingness to actively participate in the study and to attend all scheduled visits
  • Fitzpatrick phototype I-IV
  • Visual Clinical Fitzpatrick Wrinkle Score 3- 6 in the eye (crow's feet) area on both sides of the face at screening and baseline
  • Subjects with self-reported sensitive skin

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Women who are known to be pregnant or who are intending to become pregnant over the duration of the study
  • Women who are breast-feeding
  • Any history of significant dermatological diseases or conditions or medical conditions known to alter skin appearance or physiologic response (e.g.diabetes,) which could, in the opinion of the Investigator, preclude topical application of the investigational products and/or interfere with the evaluations
  • Change in contraception within the last 3 months
  • Presence of open sores, pimples, cysts, irritated skin, hairs or tattoos at the application site
  • Active dermatosis (local or disseminated) that might interfere with the results of the study
  • Considered immune compromised
  • Currently using any medication which in the opinion of the investigator, may affect the evaluation of the study product, or place the subject at undue risk
  • Use of the following topical or systemic medications: immunosuppressants, antihistamines, non-hormonal anti-inflammatory drugs, and corticosteroids up to 2 weeks before screening visit
  • Intention of using any oral or topical steroids
  • Regular use of inhaled steroids (occasional use is permitted)
  • Regular use of topical anti-itch medications (occasional use permitted; the product should be applied with an applicator but not to the proposed application areas
  • Use of any topical drug or medication in the proposed application areas
  • Intention of being vaccinated during the study period or has been vaccinated within 3 weeks of the screening visit
  • Currently receiving allergy injections, or received an allergy injection within 7 days prior to Visit 1, or expects to begin injections during study participation
  • Blepharitis, conjunctivitis, uveitis
  • Topical ocular treatment within the last month
  • Aesthetic, cosmetic or dermatological treatment on the face within the last 3 months
  • Intense sun exposure, Ultra Violet-treatments or tanning salon visit within the last 2 weeks
  • Known or suspected intolerance or hypersensitivity to the study materials (or closely related compounds) or any of their stated ingredients
  • Participation in another clinical study (including cosmetic studies) or receipt of an investigational drug within 14 days of the screening visit
  • Previous participation in this study
  • Recent history (within the last 5 years) of alcohol or other substance abuse
  • An employee of the sponsor or the study site or members of their immediate family
  • A smoker
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Study design

Phase
Not applicable
Primary purpose
Treatment
Allocation
Randomized
Intervention model
Parallel assignment
Masking
Single (Outcomes assessor)
Enrollment
72 participants (actual)

Study arms

  • Other
    Test product/ No treatment

    Participants randomized to this arm will apply Test product at allocated sites and leave other sites untreated.

    Other: Test product (Moisturising cream) · Other: No treatment

  • Other
    Test product/ Positive control

    Participants randomized to this arm will apply Test and positive product at allocated sites.

    Other: Test product (Moisturising cream) · Other: Positive control (Commercial market place moisturising cream)

  • Other
    Positive control /No treatment

    Participants randomized to this arm will apply Positive product at allocated sites and leave other sites untreated.

    Other: Positive control (Commercial market place moisturising cream) · Other: No treatment

Interventions

  • OtherTest product (Moisturising cream)

    Participants will be instructed to apply their assigned product to the randomly assigned side of the face, to include, the crow's feet area, cheek, forehead and chin twice daily (in the morning and evening).

  • OtherPositive control (Commercial market place moisturising cream)

    Participants will be instructed to apply their assigned product to the randomly assigned side of the face, to include, the crow's feet area, cheek, forehead and chin twice daily (in the morning and evening).

  • OtherNo treatment

    No treatment

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What researchers measure

Primary outcomes

  1. Change From Baseline in Ra (a dermaTOP Parameter), of Test Product Treated Versus (vs.) Untreated Side at Day 29

    Using fringe projection and optical triangulation techniques, the 3D (three dimensional) surface structure of a designated investigational skin site on each side of the face was captured as an in vivo measurement using dermaTOP. From the captured 3D structure, roughness parameters were calculated. Ra is usually used for wrinkle assessments, representing the finer skin structure (Ra). Ra was the average deviation of the profile from the mean line (arithmetic mean of the absolute values of the point's heights).

    Time frame: At Baseline and Day 29

Secondary outcomes

  1. Change From Baseline in Ra (a dermaTOP Parameter), of Test Product Treated vs. Untreated Side at Day 15

    Using fringe projection and optical triangulation techniques, the 3D surface structure of a designated investigational skin site on each side of the face was captured as an in vivo measurement using dermaTOP. From the captured 3D structure, roughness parameters were calculated. Ra is usually used for wrinkle assessments, representing the finer skin structure (Ra). Ra was the average deviation of the profile from the mean line (arithmetic mean of the absolute values of the point's heights).

    Time frame: At Baseline and Day 15

  2. Change From Baseline in Ra (a dermaTOP Parameter), of Positive Control Treated vs. Untreated Side at Day 15 and 29

    Using fringe projection and optical triangulation techniques, the 3D surface structure of a designated investigational skin site on each side of the face was captured as an in vivo measurement using dermaTOP. From the captured 3D structure, roughness parameters were calculated. Ra is usually used for wrinkle assessments, representing the finer skin structure (Ra). Ra is the average deviation of the profile from the mean line (arithmetic mean of the absolute values of the point's heights).

    Time frame: At Baseline, Day 15 and 29

  3. Change From Baseline in Rz (a dermaTOP Parameter) at Day 15 and 29

    Using fringe projection and optical triangulation techniques, the 3D surface structure of a designated investigational skin site on each side of the face was captured as an in vivo measurement using dermaTOP. From the captured 3D structure, roughness parameters were calculated. Rz usually used for wrinkle assessments, representing the rough structure, such as wrinkles. Rz was an average of the 5 sub-profiles (peak to valley heights) local maximum. From each local profile the peak to peak height value is calculated; the average of the 5 peak to peak height values was Rz.

    Time frame: At Baseline, Day 15 and 29

  4. Change From Baseline in Sa (dermaTOP Parameters) at Day 15 and 29

    Using fringe projection and optical triangulation techniques, the 3D surface structure of a designated investigational skin site on each side of the face was captured as an in vivo measurement using dermaTOP. The 3D skin surface profile was calculated from the position of the fringes in combination with the Gray values of each pixel. From the captured 3D structure, roughness parameters were calculated. Sa was the arithmetic average of the absolute (non- signed) heights of the topography points. Sa was the 3D Area -Equivalent of 2D profile roughness parameter Ra.

    Time frame: At Baseline, Day 15 and 29

  5. Change From Baseline in Stm (dermaTOP Parameters), at Day 15 and 29

    Using fringe projection and optical triangulation techniques, the 3D surface structure of a designated investigational skin site on each side of the face was captured as an in vivo measurement using dermaTOP. The 3D skin surface profile was calculated from the position of the fringes in combination with the Gray values of each pixel. From the captured 3D structure, roughness parameters were calculated. Stm was an average of the 5x5 sub-areas (peak to valley heights) local maximum: The surface was virtually divided into 25 sub-surfaces (5 rows, 5 columns); from each local surface the peak to peak height value is calculated; the average of the 25 peak to height values was Stm.

    Time frame: At Baseline, Day 15 and 29

  6. Change From Baseline in Clinical Fitzpatrick Wrinkle Score, at Day 15 and 29

    A blinded, trained and qualified examiner performed Clinical Fitzpatrick Wrinkle Score assessments by visually grading the crow's feet area under standard conditions of illumination. Fitzpatrick Wrinkle Scores range between 1-9 where 1-3= Fine wrinkles, 4-6= Fine to moderate depth wrinkles, a moderate number of wrinkles, 7-9= Fine to deep wrinkles, numerous lines, with or without redundant skin folds. Low value indicated better results.

    Time frame: At Baseline, Day 15 and 29

  7. Change From Baseline in Instrumental Corneometer Values, at Day 15 and 29

    Measurement of Stratum Corneum (SC) hydration was performed by the electrical capacitance method with a Corneometer. The measuring principle was based on changes in the capacitance of the measuring head, functioning as a condensator. An electric field was created between gold conductors to enable the dielectricity of the SC to be measured. Because the dielectricity varies as a function of the skin's water content, the SC moisturisation was measured. Higher value of corneometery indicates high moisture content.

    Time frame: At Baseline, Day 15 and 29

  8. Percent Improvement From Baseline in Skin Texture Rankings Based on Lay Grader Assessment of High Resolution Images at Day 29

    High resolution images of the left and right side of each participant's whole half-face were taken at baseline and Day 29. Each blinded image pair was randomly displayed on a color-calibrated screen and assessed by a panel of lay graders, who ranked each image based on texture, defined as pores, smoothness and unevenness, on a scale of: 1 = better; or 2 = worse (lower score indicated improvement). The total proportion of improvement (from all lay graders) on Day 29 than baseline is reported for this endpoint.

    Time frame: At Baseline and Day 29

  9. Change From Baseline in Instrumental Cutometer Parameters R5, at Day 15 and 29

    The Cutometer measures elasticity of the upper skin layer using negative pressure which deforms the skin mechanically. Negative pressure was created in the device and the skin was drawn into the aperture of the probe and after a defined time released again. Inside the probe, the penetration depth was determined by a non-contact optical measuring system. The light intensity varies due to the penetration depth of the skin. The resistance of the skin to the negative pressure (firmness) and its ability to return into its original position (elasticity) was displayed as curves (penetration depth in mm/time) in real time during the measurement. This measurement principle provides information about the elastic and mechanical properties of the skin surface and enables objective quantification of skin ageing. R5 (net elasticity): the elastic portion of the suction part versus the elastic portion of the relaxation part.

    Time frame: At Baseline, Day 15 and 29

  10. Change From Baseline in Instrumental Cutometer Parameter R7, at Day 15 and 29

    The Cutometer measures elasticity of the upper skin layer using negative pressure which deforms the skin mechanically. Negative pressure was created in the device and the skin was drawn into the aperture of the probe and after a defined time released again. Inside the probe, the penetration depth was determined by a non-contact optical measuring system. The light intensity varies due to the penetration depth of the skin. The resistance of the skin to the negative pressure (firmness) and its ability to return into its original position (elasticity) are displayed as curves (penetration depth in mm/time) in real time during the measurement. This measurement principle provides information about the elastic and mechanical properties of the skin surface and enables objective quantification of skin ageing. R7: Portion of the elasticity compared to the complete curve values.

    Time frame: At Baseline, Day 15 and 29

  11. Change From Baseline in Trans-Epidermal Water Loss (TEWL) at Day 15 and 29

    TEWL measuring principle was based on water vapour gradient determination between two pairs of sensors (temperature and relative humidity) placed at different distances perpendicularly to the skin. Measurements were taken in triplicate and then an average (mean) reading was calculated on the left and right Sub-ocular/ Cheek Area directly from the corner of the eyes onto the middle of the cheekbone. A decrease in TEWL corresponds to an improved skin barrier function.

    Time frame: At Baseline, Day 15 and 29

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Results

Posted Jul 1, 2019

Participant flow

All the participants were enrolled at one center in Germany.

Participant flow — Overall Study
MilestoneTest Product/ No TreatmentTest Product/ Positive ControlPositive Control /No Treatment
Started242424
Completed242322
Not completed012
Withdrew: Adverse event012

Outcome measures

PrimaryChange From Baseline in Ra (a dermaTOP Parameter), of Test Product Treated Versus (vs.) Untreated Side at Day 29

Using fringe projection and optical triangulation techniques, the 3D (three dimensional) surface structure of a designated investigational skin site on each side of the face was captured as an in vivo measurement using dermaTOP. From the captured 3D structure, roughness parameters were calculated. Ra is usually used for wrinkle assessments, representing the finer skin structure (Ra). Ra was the average deviation of the profile from the mean line (arithmetic mean of the absolute values of the point's heights).

Time frame:
At Baseline and Day 29
Reported as:
Mean · Micro meter (µm)
Change From Baseline in Ra (a dermaTOP Parameter), of Test Product Treated Versus (vs.) Untreated Side at Day 29
Micro meter (µm)Test ProductNo Treatment
Change From Baseline in Ra (a dermaTOP Parameter), of Test Product Treated Versus (vs.) Untreated Side at Day 29-1.90 ± 4.245-0.12 ± 3.478
Statistical analysis
  • Test Product vs No Treatment · ANCOVA · p = 0.0638 · Least square (ls) mean difference: -1.07 · 95% CI -2.21 to 0.06Difference is the first named treatment adjusted (LS) mean change from baseline minus the second named treatment adjusted mean change from baseline.
SecondaryChange From Baseline in Ra (a dermaTOP Parameter), of Test Product Treated vs. Untreated Side at Day 15

Using fringe projection and optical triangulation techniques, the 3D surface structure of a designated investigational skin site on each side of the face was captured as an in vivo measurement using dermaTOP. From the captured 3D structure, roughness parameters were calculated. Ra is usually used for wrinkle assessments, representing the finer skin structure (Ra). Ra was the average deviation of the profile from the mean line (arithmetic mean of the absolute values of the point's heights).

Time frame:
At Baseline and Day 15
Reported as:
Mean · µm
Change From Baseline in Ra (a dermaTOP Parameter), of Test Product Treated vs. Untreated Side at Day 15
µmTest ProductNo Treatment
Change From Baseline in Ra (a dermaTOP Parameter), of Test Product Treated vs. Untreated Side at Day 15-0.65 ± 4.487-0.18 ± 3.237
SecondaryChange From Baseline in Ra (a dermaTOP Parameter), of Positive Control Treated vs. Untreated Side at Day 15 and 29

Using fringe projection and optical triangulation techniques, the 3D surface structure of a designated investigational skin site on each side of the face was captured as an in vivo measurement using dermaTOP. From the captured 3D structure, roughness parameters were calculated. Ra is usually used for wrinkle assessments, representing the finer skin structure (Ra). Ra is the average deviation of the profile from the mean line (arithmetic mean of the absolute values of the point's heights).

Time frame:
At Baseline, Day 15 and 29
Reported as:
Mean · µm
Change From Baseline in Ra (a dermaTOP Parameter), of Positive Control Treated vs. Untreated Side at Day 15 and 29
µmPositive ControlNo Treatment
Day 150.18 ± 2.543-0.18 ± 3.237
Day 29-0.13 ± 3.461-0.12 ± 3.478
SecondaryChange From Baseline in Rz (a dermaTOP Parameter) at Day 15 and 29

Using fringe projection and optical triangulation techniques, the 3D surface structure of a designated investigational skin site on each side of the face was captured as an in vivo measurement using dermaTOP. From the captured 3D structure, roughness parameters were calculated. Rz usually used for wrinkle assessments, representing the rough structure, such as wrinkles. Rz was an average of the 5 sub-profiles (peak to valley heights) local maximum. From each local profile the peak to peak height value is calculated; the average of the 5 peak to peak height values was Rz.

Time frame:
At Baseline, Day 15 and 29
Reported as:
Mean · µm
Change From Baseline in Rz (a dermaTOP Parameter) at Day 15 and 29
µmTest ProductPositive ControlNo Treatment
Day 15-1.92 ± 18.8640.97 ± 10.508-1.46 ± 13.194
Day 29-7.01 ± 18.395-0.55 ± 14.144-1.08 ± 15.279
SecondaryChange From Baseline in Sa (dermaTOP Parameters) at Day 15 and 29

Using fringe projection and optical triangulation techniques, the 3D surface structure of a designated investigational skin site on each side of the face was captured as an in vivo measurement using dermaTOP. The 3D skin surface profile was calculated from the position of the fringes in combination with the Gray values of each pixel. From the captured 3D structure, roughness parameters were calculated. Sa was the arithmetic average of the absolute (non- signed) heights of the topography points. Sa was the 3D Area -Equivalent of 2D profile roughness parameter Ra.

Time frame:
At Baseline, Day 15 and 29
Reported as:
Mean · µm
Change From Baseline in Sa (dermaTOP Parameters) at Day 15 and 29
µmTest ProductPositive ControlNo Treatment
Day15-0.60 ± 4.4260.17 ± 2.646-0.08 ± 3.291
Day 29-1.83 ± 4.076-0.21 ± 3.354-0.26 ± 3.433
SecondaryChange From Baseline in Stm (dermaTOP Parameters), at Day 15 and 29

Using fringe projection and optical triangulation techniques, the 3D surface structure of a designated investigational skin site on each side of the face was captured as an in vivo measurement using dermaTOP. The 3D skin surface profile was calculated from the position of the fringes in combination with the Gray values of each pixel. From the captured 3D structure, roughness parameters were calculated. Stm was an average of the 5x5 sub-areas (peak to valley heights) local maximum: The surface was virtually divided into 25 sub-surfaces (5 rows, 5 columns); from each local surface the peak to peak height value is calculated; the average of the 25 peak to height values was Stm.

Time frame:
At Baseline, Day 15 and 29
Reported as:
Mean · µm
Change From Baseline in Stm (dermaTOP Parameters), at Day 15 and 29
µmTest ProductPositive ControlNo Treatment
Day 155.81 ± 62.5715.35 ± 29.232-2.02 ± 33.670
Day 29-12.89 ± 47.9010.23 ± 35.323-3.27 ± 35.025
SecondaryChange From Baseline in Clinical Fitzpatrick Wrinkle Score, at Day 15 and 29

A blinded, trained and qualified examiner performed Clinical Fitzpatrick Wrinkle Score assessments by visually grading the crow's feet area under standard conditions of illumination. Fitzpatrick Wrinkle Scores range between 1-9 where 1-3= Fine wrinkles, 4-6= Fine to moderate depth wrinkles, a moderate number of wrinkles, 7-9= Fine to deep wrinkles, numerous lines, with or without redundant skin folds. Low value indicated better results.

Time frame:
At Baseline, Day 15 and 29
Reported as:
Mean · Score on a scale
Change From Baseline in Clinical Fitzpatrick Wrinkle Score, at Day 15 and 29
Score on a scaleTest ProductPositive ControlNo Treatment
Day 15-0.33 ± 0.559-0.28 ± 0.544-0.15 ± 0.420
Day 29-0.51 ± 0.688-0.58 ± 0.583-0.22 ± 0.664
SecondaryChange From Baseline in Instrumental Corneometer Values, at Day 15 and 29

Measurement of Stratum Corneum (SC) hydration was performed by the electrical capacitance method with a Corneometer. The measuring principle was based on changes in the capacitance of the measuring head, functioning as a condensator. An electric field was created between gold conductors to enable the dielectricity of the SC to be measured. Because the dielectricity varies as a function of the skin's water content, the SC moisturisation was measured. Higher value of corneometery indicates high moisture content.

Time frame:
At Baseline, Day 15 and 29
Reported as:
Mean · Instrumental units (I.U)
Change From Baseline in Instrumental Corneometer Values, at Day 15 and 29
Instrumental units (I.U)Test ProductPositive ControlNo Treatment
Day 156.12 ± 7.5667.13 ± 8.238-1.09 ± 10.813
Day 298.30 ± 8.86510.03 ± 10.0701.62 ± 10.186
SecondaryPercent Improvement From Baseline in Skin Texture Rankings Based on Lay Grader Assessment of High Resolution Images at Day 29

High resolution images of the left and right side of each participant's whole half-face were taken at baseline and Day 29. Each blinded image pair was randomly displayed on a color-calibrated screen and assessed by a panel of lay graders, who ranked each image based on texture, defined as pores, smoothness and unevenness, on a scale of: 1 = better; or 2 = worse (lower score indicated improvement). The total proportion of improvement (from all lay graders) on Day 29 than baseline is reported for this endpoint.

Time frame:
At Baseline and Day 29
Reported as:
Number · Percent of improvement ratings
Percent Improvement From Baseline in Skin Texture Rankings Based on Lay Grader Assessment of High Resolution Images at Day 29
Percent of improvement ratingsTest ProductPositive ControlNegative Control
Percent Improvement From Baseline in Skin Texture Rankings Based on Lay Grader Assessment of High Resolution Images at Day 2941.49 (38.60 to 44.43)39.54 (36.61 to 42.52)40.58 (37.67 to 43.54)
SecondaryChange From Baseline in Instrumental Cutometer Parameters R5, at Day 15 and 29

The Cutometer measures elasticity of the upper skin layer using negative pressure which deforms the skin mechanically. Negative pressure was created in the device and the skin was drawn into the aperture of the probe and after a defined time released again. Inside the probe, the penetration depth was determined by a non-contact optical measuring system. The light intensity varies due to the penetration depth of the skin. The resistance of the skin to the negative pressure (firmness) and its ability to return into its original position (elasticity) was displayed as curves (penetration depth in mm/time) in real time during the measurement. This measurement principle provides information about the elastic and mechanical properties of the skin surface and enables objective quantification of skin ageing. R5 (net elasticity): the elastic portion of the suction part versus the elastic portion of the relaxation part.

Time frame:
At Baseline, Day 15 and 29
Reported as:
Mean · Ratio (unitless)
Change From Baseline in Instrumental Cutometer Parameters R5, at Day 15 and 29
Ratio (unitless)Test ProductPositive ControlNo Treatment
Day 150.05 ± 0.1320.01 ± 0.121-0.05 ± 0.104
Day 290.08 ± 0.1440.05 ± 0.1390.03 ± 0.113
SecondaryChange From Baseline in Instrumental Cutometer Parameter R7, at Day 15 and 29

The Cutometer measures elasticity of the upper skin layer using negative pressure which deforms the skin mechanically. Negative pressure was created in the device and the skin was drawn into the aperture of the probe and after a defined time released again. Inside the probe, the penetration depth was determined by a non-contact optical measuring system. The light intensity varies due to the penetration depth of the skin. The resistance of the skin to the negative pressure (firmness) and its ability to return into its original position (elasticity) are displayed as curves (penetration depth in mm/time) in real time during the measurement. This measurement principle provides information about the elastic and mechanical properties of the skin surface and enables objective quantification of skin ageing. R7: Portion of the elasticity compared to the complete curve values.

Time frame:
At Baseline, Day 15 and 29
Reported as:
Mean · Ratio (unitless)
Change From Baseline in Instrumental Cutometer Parameter R7, at Day 15 and 29
Ratio (unitless)Test ProductPositive ControlNo Treatment
Day 150.02 ± 0.0790.01 ± 0.075-0.03 ± 0.063
Day 290.03 ± 0.0930.02 ± 0.0790.02 ± 0.067
SecondaryChange From Baseline in Trans-Epidermal Water Loss (TEWL) at Day 15 and 29

TEWL measuring principle was based on water vapour gradient determination between two pairs of sensors (temperature and relative humidity) placed at different distances perpendicularly to the skin. Measurements were taken in triplicate and then an average (mean) reading was calculated on the left and right Sub-ocular/ Cheek Area directly from the corner of the eyes onto the middle of the cheekbone. A decrease in TEWL corresponds to an improved skin barrier function.

Time frame:
At Baseline, Day 15 and 29
Reported as:
Mean · gram (g)/meter^2 (m)/hour
Change From Baseline in Trans-Epidermal Water Loss (TEWL) at Day 15 and 29
gram (g)/meter^2 (m)/hourTest ProductPositive ControlNo Treatment
Day 15-4.17 ± 4.904-5.98 ± 4.994-2.02 ± 4.713
Day 29-5.18 ± 3.719-6.62 ± 5.791-3.00 ± 4.564

Adverse events

Collected over Approximately 30 days. Non-serious events are listed at a 1% frequency threshold.

Adverse event summary by group
GroupDeathsSeriousOther
Test Product0/48 (0%)0/48 (0%)12/48 (25%)
Positive Control0/48 (0%)0/48 (0%)10/48 (20.8%)
No Treatment0/48 (0%)0/48 (0%)11/48 (22.9%)
Overall Participants0/72 (0%)0/72 (0%)17/72 (23.6%)
Most frequent other events
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Most frequent other events
EventTest ProductPositive ControlNo TreatmentOverall Participants
HeadacheNervous system disorders6/484/484/487/72
BURNING SENSATIONNervous system disorders0/482/480/482/72
ERYTHEMASkin and subcutaneous tissue disorders1/482/480/482/72
SKIN EXFOLIATIONSkin and subcutaneous tissue disorders1/482/481/482/72
BACK PAINMusculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders2/481/481/482/72
DRY SKINSkin and subcutaneous tissue disorders1/481/480/481/72
PRURITUSSkin and subcutaneous tissue disorders1/481/480/481/72
RASH PAPULARSkin and subcutaneous tissue disorders1/481/480/481/72
SKIN TIGHTNESSSkin and subcutaneous tissue disorders1/481/480/481/72
NASOPHARYNGITISInfections and infestations1/480/481/481/72

Baseline characteristics

Safety population (N=72), included all participants who applied any of the study products.

Age, Categorical
Age, Categorical(Participants)Test Product/ No TreatmentTest Product/ Positive ControlPositive Control /No TreatmentTotal
<=18 years0000
Between 18 and 65 years24242472
>=65 years0000
Sex: Female, Male
Sex: Female, Male(Participants)Test Product/ No TreatmentTest Product/ Positive ControlPositive Control /No TreatmentTotal
Female24242472
Male0000
Race (NIH/OMB)
Race (NIH/OMB)(Participants)Test Product/ No TreatmentTest Product/ Positive ControlPositive Control /No TreatmentTotal
American Indian or Alaska Native0000
Asian0000
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander0000
Black or African American0000
White24242472
More than one race0000
Unknown or Not Reported0000
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Study locations

1 site
  • GSK Investigational Site
    Schenefeld, Schleswig-Holstein 22869, Germany
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References and documents

Publications

  • Nisbet S, Mahalingam H, Gfeller CF, Biggs E, Lucas S, Thompson M, Cargill MR, Moore D, Bielfeldt S. Cosmetic benefit of a biomimetic lamellar cream formulation on barrier function or the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles in randomized proof-of-concept clinical studies. Int J Cosmet Sci. 2019 Feb;41(1):1-11. doi: 10.1111/ics.12499. Epub 2019 Feb 22. PubMed 30414275 ↗

Study documents

  • Study protocol · Mar 24, 2017
  • Statistical analysis plan · Jun 12, 2017

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Individual participant data

Plan to share: No

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Updates

Tracking since Sep 25, 2026
No changes since tracking began. The registry record was last updated on Jul 1, 2019, before this site started recording changes on Sep 25, 2026. Its history is on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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Registry details

Key details

Study ID
NCT03180645
Lead sponsor
GlaxoSmithKline
Responsible party
Sponsor
First posted
Jun 8, 2017
Start date
Mar 20, 2017
Primary completion
Apr 21, 2017
Completion
Apr 21, 2017
Results posted
Jul 1, 2019
Last update
Jul 1, 2019

Study contacts

GSK Clinical Trials
study director · GlaxoSmithKline
GSK Clinical Trials
study director · GlaxoSmithKline (for GlaxoSmithKline; Human Genome Sciences Inc., a GSK Company; Sirtris, a GSK Company; Stiefel, a GSK Company; ViiV Healthcare)

Oversight

Data monitoring committee
No
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
No
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