An Investigation of the Effects of a Royal Jelly and Bee Venom-Derived Skin Serum on Skin Health and Signs of Aging
- Conditions
- Skin Health
- Interventions
- Other: Manuka Health Eternal Renewal Regenerating Face Serum with Royal Jelly and Bee Venom
- Registration Number
- NCT06148753
- Lead Sponsor
- Manuka Health
- Brief Summary
This is a virtual, single-group clinical trial that will last 8 weeks. Participants will use the Manuka Health Eternal Renewal Regenerating Face Serum with Royal Jelly and Bee Venom twice daily and complete questionnaires at Baseline, Week 2, Week 4, and Week 8. Participants will also undergo skin analysis via the Optic Elite facial skin analysis system at Baseline and Week 8.
- Detailed Description
Not available
Recruitment & Eligibility
- Status
- COMPLETED
- Sex
- Female
- Target Recruitment
- 40
- Female.
- 40-55 years of age.
- Must be in good general health.
- Must have concerns with overall skin health and appearance, including:
Fine lines and wrinkles The appearance of dark spots
- Must be using the same cleanser, toner, and moisturizer for at least one month prior to starting the study.
- Must be willing to keep using the same cleanser, toner, and moisturizer for the duration of the study.
- Must not be using oral or topical retinoids.
- In the last three months, has not introduced any new medications or supplements that target skin health.
- Must be willing to comply with the protocol.
- Anyone with an allergy to bees or bee products.
- Females who are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Unwilling to follow the protocol.
- Unwilling to maintain use of the same cleaner, toner, and moisturizer for the duration of the study.
- Currently participating in another study.
- Use of oral or topical retinoids.
- Individuals with cystic acne or otherwise self-reported very acne-prone skin.
- Use of a prescription medication relevant to the skin.
- Anyone undergoing cosmetic procedures during the study, including Botox, laser, or chemical peel treatments.
- Anyone sensitive or allergic to any ingredients found in the products.
- Anyone with severe chronic conditions, including oncological conditions, psychiatric disorders, or diabetes.
Study & Design
- Study Type
- INTERVENTIONAL
- Study Design
- SINGLE_GROUP
- Arm && Interventions
Group Intervention Description Eternal Renewal Regenerating Face Serum Manuka Health Eternal Renewal Regenerating Face Serum with Royal Jelly and Bee Venom Participants will be required to apply the test product in the morning and before sleeping at night. After thoroughly cleansing and toning the face, the participants will apply 2-3 drops onto clean dry fingers and massage over the entire face until fully absorbed. The product should be followed with the participants' preferred moisturizer.
- Primary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method Changes in signs of skin health over time assessed via Optic Elite Skin Analysis. [Timeframe: Baseline to Week 8] 8 weeks The Optic Elite skin analysis system clinically measures the surface and subsurface layers of skin using digital imaging technology
- Secondary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method Changes in self-perceived skin hydration. [Timeframe: Baseline to Week 8] 8 weeks Measured via study-specific questionnaires using a 5-point Likert scale. A lower score indicates a more favourable response, with 0=Not noticeable and 4=Severe.
Changes in self-perceived skin brightness. [Timeframe: Baseline to Week 8] 8 weeks Measured via study-specific questionnaires using a 5-point Likert scale. A lower score indicates a more favourable response, with 0=Not noticeable and 4=Severe.
Changes in self-perceived appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. [Timeframe: Baseline to Week 8] 8 weeks Measured via study-specific questionnaires using a 5-point Likert scale. A lower score indicates a more favourable response, with 0=Not noticeable and 4=Severe.
Changes in self-perceived skin clarity. [Timeframe: Baseline to Week 8] 8 weeks Measured via study-specific questionnaires using a 5-point Likert scale. A lower score indicates a more favourable response, with 0=Not noticeable and 4=Severe.
Changes in self-perceived skin hyperpigmentation. [Timeframe: Baseline to Week 8] 8 weeks Measured via study-specific questionnaires using a 5-point Likert scale. A lower score indicates a more favourable response, with 0=Not noticeable and 4=Severe.
Changes in self-perceived skin texture. [Timeframe: Baseline to Week 8] 8 weeks Measured via study-specific questionnaires using a 5-point Likert scale. A lower score indicates a more favourable response, with 0=Not noticeable and 4=Severe.
Changes in self-perceived skin irritation. [Timeframe: Baseline to Week 8] 8 weeks Measured via study-specific questionnaires using a 5-point Likert scale. A lower score indicates a more favourable response, with 0=Not noticeable and 4=Severe.
Changes in self-perceived skin tone evenness. [Timeframe: Baseline to Week 8] 8 weeks Measured via study-specific questionnaires using a 5-point Likert scale. A lower score indicates a more favourable response, with 0=Not noticeable and 4=Severe.
Trial Locations
- Locations (1)
Citruslabs
🇺🇸Santa Monica, California, United States