An open label pilot study to evaluate the effectiveness of a proprietary nutraceutical formulation on elements of skin function associated with aging.

Michael Wakeman

Volume : VII, Issue : IV, April - 2018

An open label pilot study to evaluate the effectiveness of a proprietary nutraceutical formulation on elements of skin function associated with aging.

Michael Wakeman

Abstract :

This open label pilot study evaluated the effect of a proprietary nutraceutical formulation–Skin Within^TM–on objective measures of skin function associated with aging over 3 months. The supplement containing collagen, citrus and rosemary extract, maritime pine bark extract, vitamin C, Coenzyme Q10, astaxanthin and biotin was taken twice daily. After 84 days compared to baseline, highly statistically significant effects were observed in the 30 individuals who completed the study regarding reduction in trans–epidermal water loss and skin roughness, along with increases in hydration,elasticity, and smoothness of the skin. 29 participants also reported subjective improvements in the condition of their hair and nails. This study demonstrates that Skin Within has the potential to deliver significant benefits in skin condition and reverses objective measures of skin function associated with skin aging. A larger placebo controlled trial is now proposed.