Mechanical Intervention on the Scalp Microbiome: Setting the Stage for the Future Management of Cicatricial Alopecias
Reason given: There was only one participant
Key facts
- Where
- Minneapolis, United StatesSee the site
Where in United States
- University of MinnesotaMinneapolis, United StatesNo longer taking part
Trial details
- Who runs it
- University of Minnesota
- Trial code
- NCT06357169
- Record updated
- 12 February 2025
- Original description
The objective of this study is to assess the effect of standardized scalp care, specifically mechanical cleansing with the Venus Glow™ Device and water, on the scalp microbiome. This study also seeks to characterize the microbiome of the normal, healthy scalp, thereby providing a baseline for which the scalp affected by hair and scalp disease can be compared.Read full original descriptionShow less
Effect of Mechanical Intervention on the Scalp Microbiome: Setting the Stage for the Future Management of Cicatricial Alopecias
The objective of this study is to assess the effect of standardized scalp care, specifically mechanical cleansing with the Venus Glow™ Device and water, on the scalp microbiome. This study also seeks to characterize the microbiome of the normal, healthy scalp, thereby providing a baseline for which the scalp affected by hair and scalp disease can be compared.
Inclusion: All individuals between 18-35 years of age; Ability to understand study procedures and to comply with them.
Exclusion: Using oral or topical antimicrobial medication 4 weeks prior to their baseline visit or in the duration of the study; Current scalp or hair disease diagnosis; Current clinical condition that, in the opinion of the site investigator, would interfere with adherence to study requirements; Non-English speakers; Exclusion related to pregnancy, lactation, or has plans to become pregnant over the course of the study, Based on self-report from the participant; Inability or unwillingness of individual to give written informed consent.