Sleep, Circadian Rhythm & Skin Health

Sleep, Circadian Rhythm & Skin Health

The purpose of this study is to explore the mechanisms behind how sleep quality may affect skin aging, skin integrity and skin disease.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Males or females ages 18 years and above
• Capable of giving informed consent
• Adults who are either healthy, normal volunteers or those with a skin disease including but not limited to eczema, psoriasis, acne or other inflammatory dermatoses
• Fitzpatrick Skin Type I-VI
• In good general health
• Willing to cooperate with study instructions

Exclusion Criteria:

• Volunteers 18 years or younger
• Any serious medical or physical condition that would cause the subject significant discomfort with study procedures
• Women who are pregnant, nursing, or who may become pregnant in the next 3 months