A Randomized, Controlled Study Evaluating the Efficacy of a Skincare Routine and Acne Supplement or a Skincare Routine Alone on Improving Acne and Other Symptoms of PMS

Study Overview
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Brief Summary
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This study aims to evaluate the efficacy of the MINDBODYSKIN Hormonal Acne Supplement and a prescribed skincare routine of 6 products on facial acne and on symptoms of PMS, compared to a skincare routine of 6 products alone. This study will last for 24 weeks. The study will be conducted as a randomized, controlled trial in which participants will be split into two groups. Both will use the skincare routine, but one group will also take the MINDBODYSKIN supplement in combination with the skincare routine.

Official Title
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A Randomized, Controlled Study Evaluating the Efficacy of a Skincare Routine and Acne Supplement or a Skincare Routine Alone on Improving Acne and Other Symptoms of PMS

Conditions
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Acne, Premenstrual Syndrome

Intervention / Treatment
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* Other: Skincare Routine
* Dietary Supplement: MINDBODYSKIN Supplement


Participation Criteria
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Eligibility Criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: Female 18 years of age or older Have regular acne Have any noticeable PMS symptoms like stress, bloating, mood swings, acne Be generally healthy (i.e. don't live with any uncontrolled chronic disease besides acne). Have a body weight of >120 lbs. Exclusion Criteria: Have any pre-existing conditions that would prevent participants from adhering to the protocol, including oncological and psychiatric disorders. Be currently using any prescribed medications for their face Anyone with any known severe allergic reactions Women who are pregnant, breastfeeding or attempting to become pregnant Anyone unwilling to follow the study protocol

Ages Eligible for Study
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Minimum Age: 18 Years

Sexes Eligible for Study
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Female

Accepts Healthy Volunteers
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Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Study Plan
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How is the study designed?
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Design Details

Primary Purpose: Other
Allocation: Randomized
Intervention Model: Parallel Assignment
Interventional Model Description: The study will be conducted as a randomized, controlled trial in which participants will be split into two groups. Both will use the skincare routine, but one group will also take the MINDBODYSKIN supplement in combination with the skincare routine.
Masking: None (Open Label)


Arms and Interventions

| Participant Group/Arm | Intervention/Treatment |
| --- | --- |
| Active Comparator: Group One: Skincare Routine Only<br>Participants will follow instructions for the skincare routine only. Participants will complete the routine twice daily. | Other: Skincare Routine<br>* Morning: 1. GENTLECLEAN - Wash with a quarter-sized amount of lukewarm water. Pat skin dry after. 2 CELLRENEW - Shake well, apply 2-3 pumps over the entire face, and massage into the skin 3. YOUARESUNSHINE - Apply generously and evenly as the last step in the skincare routine (before makeup). Night: VITAMINSCRUB - Wet your face with lukewarm water & apply a quarter-sized amount to wet palms. Lather until foamy. Gently massage the scrub using circular motions for 5-10 seconds. Rinse with lukewarm water and pat dry. CLEARITY - Apply 2-3 pumps and massage into the skin avoiding the eye area. Let sit for 10-15 minutes. Do not wash off. CELLRENEW - Shake well, apply 2-3 pumps over the entire face, and massage into the skin HYDRAGLOW - Apply a dime-size amount of lotion and massage into the face<br>|
| Active Comparator: Group Two: Skincare Routine + Supplement<br>Participants will follow instructions for the skincare routine AND will take a daily supplement. | Other: Skincare Routine<br>* Morning: 1. GENTLECLEAN - Wash with a quarter-sized amount of lukewarm water. Pat skin dry after. 2 CELLRENEW - Shake well, apply 2-3 pumps over the entire face, and massage into the skin 3. YOUARESUNSHINE - Apply generously and evenly as the last step in the skincare routine (before makeup). Night: VITAMINSCRUB - Wet your face with lukewarm water & apply a quarter-sized amount to wet palms. Lather until foamy. Gently massage the scrub using circular motions for 5-10 seconds. Rinse with lukewarm water and pat dry. CLEARITY - Apply 2-3 pumps and massage into the skin avoiding the eye area. Let sit for 10-15 minutes. Do not wash off. CELLRENEW - Shake well, apply 2-3 pumps over the entire face, and massage into the skin HYDRAGLOW - Apply a dime-size amount of lotion and massage into the face<br>Dietary Supplement: MINDBODYSKIN Supplement<br>* Participants will take 3 capsules daily with a meal. The MINDBODYSKIN acne supplement contains Vitamin A (6,100mcg per serving of 3 capsules), Vitamin B12, Vitamin B-5, 5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP), 3,3'-Diindolymethane (DIM), a proprietary liver blend of milk thistle, dandelion extract and L-glutathione, turmeric root extract, a proprietary digestive blend of protease and betaine hydrochloride, and silicon dioxide.<br>|

What is the study measuring?
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Primary Outcome Measures

| Outcome Measure | Measure Description | Time Frame |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Changes in facial acne. [Baseline to Week 24] | Participants will provide photos of their face for virtual skin grading by dermatologist. | 24 weeks | 
| Changes in blood serum levels of vitamin A. [Baseline to Week 24] | Participants will undergo blood draws to assess blood serum levels of vitamin A. | 24 weeks | 
| Changes in participants perception of facial acne. [Baseline to Week 24] | Survey-based assessment (0-5 scale) of participants perception of changes to their facial acne. | 24 weeks | 

Secondary Outcome Measures

| Outcome Measure | Measure Description | Time Frame |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Changes in symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS). [Baseline to Week 24] | Survey-based assessment (0-5 scale) of common symptoms associated with PMS. | 24 weeks |