Influence of facial threading on various physiological parameters of the skin: non-randomized trial involving adult women in Taiwan
An. bras. dermatol
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93(5): 659-664, Sept.-Oct. 2018. tab, graf
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ABSTRACT
Abstract Background:
Facial threading involves the removal of hairs to restore facial skin smoothness. However, its effectiveness has not been rigorously evaluated.Objective:
To evaluate effects of facial threading on skin roughness, hydration, melanin index, and vellus hair on the face, complemented by a subjective evaluation of the tactile feel of the skin and improvement in skin color.Method:
Participants who had not used exfoliators for two weeks before the experiment were included. Each participant underwent one session of facial threading every 21 days, for a total of 3 sessions. A three-dimensional skin roughness instrument and a multifunctional skin testing system were used to evaluate changes in roughness, hydration, and pigmentation on the forehead, cheeks, and corners of the mouth. A photomicrographic camera was used to record changes in vellus hair. Subjective reports of skin smoothness and color were recorded.Result:
Eighteen participants completed the study. Facial threading produced a significant decrease in skin roughness on the forehead (22.42%, p = .013), right cheek (77%, p = .02), and left corner of the mouth (33.02%, p = .001). Subjective improvement in tactile feel of the skin and coloring were reported. StudyLimitations:
The study did not include randomization, with further limitations of a small sample size and a single site.Conclusion:
Facial threading reduced skin roughness by 26.74% after three threading sessions, with improved subjective assessment of tactile feel and coloring. Future research should include a comparison with other cosmetic products with similar beautifying effects or a control group.
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Asunto principal:
Fenómenos Fisiológicos de la Piel
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Cuidados de la Piel
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Cosméticos
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Cara
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Remoción del Cabello
Tipo de estudio:
Ensayo Clínico Controlado
Límite:
Adulto
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Femenino
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Humanos
País/Región como asunto:
Asia
Idioma:
Inglés
Revista:
An. bras. dermatol
Asunto de la revista:
Dermatologia
Año:
2018
Tipo del documento:
Artículo
País de afiliación:
Taiwán
Institución/País de afiliación:
Chung Hwa University of Medical Technology/TW
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National Yunlin University of Science and Technology/TW
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