The Effects of a 5-Step Skin Regimen on Pigmentation and Appearance Related Biophysical Properties

The Effects of a 5-Step Skin Regimen on Pigmentation and Appearance Related Biophysical Properties

This study is to analyze the effects of a 5-step skin care regimen on various skin parameters such as pigmentation, and firmness and elasticity of the skin around the eyes. The 5 facial products in the regimen are a cleansing balm, a toner, a serum, a moisturizer. and an eye cream.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Men and women between the ages of 35 years old and 65 years old.
• Must have fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Individuals who are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Prisoners
• Adults unable to consent
• Individuals who have changed any of their hormonal based contraception within 3 months prior to joining the study.
• Subjects using any topical retinoid, hydroquinone, kojic acid, bakuchiol, hyaluronic acid or benzoyl peroxide containing topical product within 2 weeks of starting study or any subject unwilling to refrain from washout prior to enrollment.
• Subjects with any facial treatments in the past 6 months and who are unwilling to withhold facial cosmetic treatments during the study including botulinum toxin, injectable fillers, microdermabrasion, intense pulsed light (IPL), peels, laser treatments, acid treatments, tightening treatments, facial plastic surgery, or any other medical treatment administered by a physician or skin care professional which is designed to improve the appearance of facial skin.
• Current tobacco smoker or a tobacco smoking history of greater than 10 pack-years.