This study aims to develop a standardized workflow for sebum sampling and metabolomics/lipidomics analysis using Sebutape. A total of 200 participants will be recruited, including healthy individuals, patients with skin diseases, individuals undergoing dermatological treatments or using skincare products, and a subset of healthy participants receiving short-term topical antibiotic intervention. The study will investigate sebum composition, skin microbiome profiles, and their interactions under different conditions to explore potential biomarkers and clinical applications.
This study focuses on establishing a comprehensive Sebutape-based workflow for sebum metabolomics and lipidomics, including standardized sampling and extraction procedures and optimization of an LC-MS/MS pseudotargeted analytical platform. Sebutape samples will be collected from 200 participants across four groups: healthy individuals, patients with skin diseases or specific skin conditions, individuals undergoing dermatological treatments or using skincare products, and healthy participants receiving short-term topical antibiotic intervention. Each sample will be analyzed for lipidomic and metabolomic profiles, while parallel microbiome profiling will be performed using 16S rRNA sequencing. The study aims to evaluate reproducibility, analytical reliability, and lipid-microbe interactions, thereby identifying candidate biomarkers and elucidating pathogenic mechanisms in skin disorders.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
NA
Purpose
BASIC_SCIENCE
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
200
Non-invasive sebum sampling using Sebutape patches. Each participant will undergo standardized sampling procedures, with one patch used for metabolomics/lipidomics analysis and another for microbiome profiling. Samples will be stored at -80 °C for subsequent LC-MS/MS and 16S rRNA sequencing.
Short-term topical antibiotic intervention using Yentuogin ointment containing Bacitracin, Polymyxin B, and Neomycin. Healthy participants will apply the ointment 1-2 times daily for up to 3 days. Sebutape samples will be collected before and after intervention to assess changes in sebum composition and skin microbiome.
Concentration of Sebum Lipids Measured by LC-MS/MS
Sebum lipid levels will be measured using Sebutape sampling followed by LC-MS/MS analysis. Results will be reported as normalized intensity.
Time frame: From baseline (pre-intervention or pre-treatment) to post-intervention (approximately 1 day after completion of a 3-day intervention) or post-treatment (up to 3 months after treatment initiation, depending on treatment regimen)
Relative Abundance of Skin Microbiome Composition Assessed by Sequencing
Skin microbiome profiles will be assessed using sequencing-based analysis and reported as relative abundance (%).
Time frame: From baseline (pre-intervention or pre-treatment) to post-intervention (approximately 1 day after completion of a 3-day intervention) or post-treatment (up to 3 months after treatment initiation, depending on treatment regimen)
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