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RecruitingNCT07820943Updated Nov 2, 2026

Dermatological Acceptability and Efficacy in Improving Xerosis, Skin Hydration, and Barrier Function

An interventional study of moisturizing cream in Xerosis and Dry Skin, sponsored by Brainfarma Industria Química e Farmacêutica S/A. Recruiting at 1 site in Brazil. Open to participants aged 35 Years to 65 Years, including healthy volunteers. Per ClinicalTrials.gov, last updated 2026-11-02.

Sponsored by Brainfarma Industria Química e Farmacêutica S/A (part of Hypera Pharma) · Not applicable, Interventional, and Treatment

From the registry’s dates

  • Started Sep 2026; still recruiting 1 month later.
Phase
Not applicable
Study type
Interventional
Enrollment
22
Allocation
Not applicable
Ages
35 Years to 65 Years
Sex
All
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Study summary

The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate the dermatological safety and efficacy of a moisturizing product in participants with moderate to severe xerosis of the lower limbs. The main questions it aims to answer are:

  • Does the investigational product demonstrate dermatological acceptability and absence of irritation under real-world conditions of use?
  • Does the investigational product improve skin hydration after single and repeated applications?
  • Does the investigational product improve skin barrier recovery and strengthen skin barrier function?
  • How do participants perceive the performance and efficacy of the investigational product?

Participants will:

  • Apply the investigational moisturizing product twice daily for 28 days.
  • Undergo clinical dermatological evaluations to assess skin tolerability and potential irritation.
  • Undergo instrumental assessments of skin hydration using a Corneometer® and skin barrier function using a Tewameter®.
  • Complete questionnaires regarding product performance and perceived efficacy.

The study will enroll 22 male and female participants aged 35 to 65 years with clinically confirmed moderate to severe xerosis of the lower limbs.

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Conditions studied

  • Xerosis
  • Dry Skin
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In context

Lead sponsor

Brainfarma Industria Química e Farmacêutica S/A is the lead sponsor of 15 studies on the registry; 7 are open to participants now.

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Who can participate

Ages eligible
35 Years to 65 Years
Sexes eligible
All
Accepts healthy volunteers
Yes

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Inclusion criteria

  • Male and female participants aged 36 to 65 years.
  • Participants presenting moderate to severe xerosis of the lower limbs, corresponding to grades 2 or 3 on the Overall Dry Skin Score (ODS) scale, confirmed by clinical evaluation.
  • Participants presenting a stratum corneum hydration index between 35 and 55 arbitrary units (AU), as measured by corneometry on the forearm during the eligibility assessment.
  • Participants considered healthy by the investigator, with no medical conditions or use of medications that could pose an undue risk or interfere with the study results.
  • Willingness to comply with all study procedures and attend the study site on the scheduled dates and times for assessments.
  • Ability to understand the study requirements, provide written , and sign the Informed Consent Form (ICF).

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Pregnant or breastfeeding women, or women at risk of becoming pregnant during the study, when applicable.
  • Use of anti-inflammatory, , antihistamine, or any other medication that, in the investigator's opinion, may interfere with skin condition assessments or study outcomes.
  • Presence of skin marks in the test area that may interfere with clinical or instrumental evaluations of skin reactions, including vascular malformations, scars, excessive hair growth, multiple nevi, or sunburn.
  • Presence of active atopic dermatitis, eczema, or other dermatoses that may interfere with evaluation of the test area.
  • Active localized or generalized skin diseases and/or lesions in the assessment area that, in the investigator's opinion, may compromise participation in the study.
  • Immunosuppression due to medication use or active disease.
  • Uncontrolled endocrine disorders.
  • Presence of significant vascular alterations in the lower limbs, such as severe venous insufficiency, significant edema, lymphedema, or ulcers that may interfere with study assessments.
  • Relevant medical history or current evidence of alcohol or substance abuse.
  • Known history of or suspected intolerance to products of the same category.
  • Intense sun exposure within 15 days prior to the baseline assessment.
  • Aesthetic or dermatological treatments within 4 weeks prior to the baseline assessment.
  • Procedures that may temporarily alter skin condition in the test area, such as exfoliation or hair removal, within the timeframe specified by the study protocol.
  • Any other condition that, in the investigator's opinion, may pose a risk to the participant, interfere with protocol compliance, or compromise the interpretation of study results.
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Informed consent

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Immunosuppression

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Study design

Phase
Not applicable
Primary purpose
Treatment
Allocation
Not applicable
Intervention model
Single group
Masking
None (open label)
Enrollment
22 participants (estimated)

Study arms

  • Experimental
    Investigational Product Group

    Participants with moderate to severe xerosis of the lower limbs will apply the investigational moisturizing product twice daily for 28 days. Dermatological, subjective, and instrumental assessments will be performed to evaluate skin tolerability, hydration, and skin barrier function.

    Other: moisturizing cream

Interventions

  • Othermoisturizing cream

    A topical moisturizing product intended for the management of xerosis. The product will be applied twice daily to the lower limbs for 28 consecutive days. Its dermatological acceptability, effects on skin hydration, and effects on skin barrier recovery and strengthening will be evaluated through clinical, subjective, and instrumental assessments, including Corneometer® and Tewameter® measurements.

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What researchers measure

Primary outcomes

  1. Dermatological Acceptability Assessed by Clinical Dermatological Evaluation

    Dermatological acceptability of the investigational product under real-world conditions of use, including the assessment of signs of skin irritation and participant-reported discomfort sensations. Evaluations will be performed by a dermatologist throughout the study period.

    Time frame: Baseline and Day 28

Secondary outcomes

  1. Skin Hydration Assessed by Corneometer®

    Evaluation of skin hydration following a single application of the investigational product using Corneometer®. Skin hydration will be measured in arbitrary units (AU), with higher values indicating greater skin hydration.

    Time frame: Immediately after application, 1 hour, 2 hours, 4 hours, 8 hours, 10 hours, 12 hours, 24 hours, and 48 hours after a single application.

  2. Skin Barrier Recovery Assessed by Tewameter® Following Tape Stripping

    Evaluation of skin barrier recovery following barrier disruption induced by tape stripping and a single application of the investigational product. Skin barrier function will be assessed using Tewameter® measurements of transepidermal water loss (TEWL). Lower TEWL values indicate improved skin barrier recovery and function.

    Time frame: Immediately after application, 1 hour, 2 hours, and 4 hours after a single application.

  3. Perceived Product Performance Assessed by a Perceived Efficacy Questionnaire Following Tape Stripping

    Evaluation of the performance and attributes of the investigational product using a perceived efficacy questionnaire following skin barrier disruption induced by tape stripping and a single application of the product. Participants will report the intensity of symptoms and sensations, such as burning sensation, using response categories ranging from "Absent" to "Very Intense."

    Time frame: Immediately after application, 1 hour, and 2 hours after a single application.

  4. Skin Barrier Strengthening Assessed by Tewameter®

    Evaluation of skin barrier strengthening following continuous use of the investigational product. Skin barrier function will be assessed using Tewameter® measurements of transepidermal water loss (TEWL) after 7 and 28 days of product use. Lower TEWL values indicate improved skin barrier function and strengthening of the skin barrier.

    Time frame: Day 7 and Day 28

  5. Skin Hydration Assessed by Corneometer®

    Evaluation of the efficacy of the investigational product in improving skin hydration following continuous use. Skin hydration will be measured using Corneometer® and reported in arbitrary units (AU). Higher values indicate greater skin hydration and a better outcome.

    Time frame: Day 7 and Day 28

  6. Perceived Product Performance Assessed by a Perceived Efficacy Questionnaire

    Evaluation of the performance and attributes of the investigational product using a perceived efficacy questionnaire after 7 and 28 days of product use. Responses will be recorded using a 5-category agreement scale ranging from "Strongly Disagree" to "Strongly Agree."

    Time frame: Day 7 and Day 28

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Study locations

1 of 1 sites recruiting
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References and documents

Individual participant data

Plan to share: No — No plan has been established to share individual participant data (IPD) collected during this study. Participant confidentiality and privacy will be protected in accordance with applicable regulations and institutional policies.

No publications or documents are linked to this record.

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Updates

1 registry update since Sep 25, 2026
Minor edits
Nothing that changes what the study is or who can join. Edited: date precision
1 update, last Nov 2, 2026
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  1. Nov 2, 2026
    Minor edits only
    + 1 other change: date precision

From the registry record's own update history. This site started tracking changes on Sep 25, 2026; for anything earlier, see the record history on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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Registry details

Key details

Study ID
NCT07820943
Responsible party
Sponsor
First posted
Sep 15, 2026
Start date
Sep 14, 2026
Primary completion
Nov 17, 2026 (estimated)
Completion
Nov 17, 2026 (estimated)
Last update
Nov 2, 2026

Study contacts

Layane Melody Da Silva Reis Cavalcante
Contact
layane.reis@brainfarma.ind.br
+55 (11) 4507-2183
Sergio Schalka
principal investigator · Grupo Medcin

Oversight

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