Sebum Collection and Skin Barrier Function Analysis

Sebum Collection for Analysis and Correlation to Sebum Production, Barrier Function, and With Cutaneous and Internal Inflammatory Disease

The goal is this study is to evaluate how the skin surface lipid composition is correlated with overall sebum production, barrier function, and inflammatory disease status. We hypothesize that there will be differences in the skin surface composition among subjects of various groups:

1. Young vs older healthy population
2. Atopic dermatitis vs Acne vs Healthy controls
3. Active smokers vs non-smoker controls

This study will be conducted through the use of painless tapes to collect lipid. These will be applied to the skin and removed. Secondly, the barrier function will be evaluated through the use of non-invasive painless devices that measure sebum, skin water loss, and skin hydration.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Subjects that are 12 years of age or older

Exclusion Criteria:

• None