Comparing the amount of papules, macules, pustules, and irritation caused by pseudofolluculitis barbae in subjects using depilatory cream versus traditional shaving methods.
Comparing an experimental group that will remove facial hair with magic shave powder gold, and a control group that will continue using traditional shaving methods. Both the subject and a physician will make observations to determine the efficacy of depilatory creams in reducing pseudofolliculits barbae.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
PREVENTION
Masking
SINGLE
Depilatory Cream for facial hair removal
Continued facial hair removal using traditional razors
Wayne State University Physician Group Dermatology
Dearborn, Michigan, United States
Investigator Global Assessment
Difference in the investigator assessment of lesions and irritation at baseline and 12 weeks, measured by investigator. The scale title is Investigator Global Assessment, the minimum value is 0, the maximum is 5. Higher scores mean worse outcome.
Time frame: 12 weeks
Patient Global Assessment
Difference in the investigator assessment of disease symptoms at baseline and 12 weeks, measured by patient. The scale title is Patient Global Assessment, the minimum value is 0, the maximum is 5. Higher scores mean worse outcome.
Time frame: 12 weeks
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