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Seborrheic DermatitisNCT07063615

Safety and Efficacy of a Topical Cream in Mild-to-Moderate Seborrheic Dermatitis

A study testing Microbiome-Powered Cream in people with Seborrheic Dermatitis, run by NovoBliss Research Pvt Ltd at 1 site in India.

Completed

Finished. The study has ended and is not enrolling. Results may be posted on the official record.

Official record
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Trial summary

A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Study to Evaluate the safety and efficacy of scalp cream for Symptom Relief and Microbiome Balance in mild-moderate Seborrheic Dermatitis patients. Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 20 to 55 years
Conditions the study is for
Seborrheic Dermatitis
What is being tested?
Microbiome-Powered Cream
Could I receive a placebo?
Yes, some participants may receive a placebo
How many people
34 participants
Where
1 siteIndia
Study dates
21 Jul 2025to 9 Feb 2026
Phase
Interventional
Are there results?
None posted in the registry

Key requirements

Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.

  • Ages 20 to 55 years
  • All sexes
  • No healthy volunteers
  • Adult

Who may be able to join

  • Age: 20-55 years (both inclusive) at the time of consent.
  • Sex: Males and non-pregnant/non-lactating females (preferably equal number of males and females).
  • Females of childbearing potential must have a self-reported negative urine pregnancy.
  • Subject is in good general health as determined by the Investigator on the basis of medical history.
  • Patients must have a confirmed diagnosis of mild to moderate scalp seborrheic dermatitis, with an ASFS score of at least 16 at the time of screening.
  • The severity grade will be evaluated by the dermatologist using the ASFS scale during the clinical study.
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  • Subject is able to remain on stable doses of contraceptive or replacement hormonal therapy, including no therapy, 6 weeks prior to and for the duration of the study.
  • If the subject is of childbearing potential, is practicing and agrees to maintain an established method of birth control (IUD, hormonal implant device/injection, regular use of birth control pills or patch, diaphragm, condoms with spermicide or sponge with spermicidal jelly, cream or foam, partner vasectomy or abstinence). Females will be considered as non-childbearing potential if they are surgically sterile, have been post-menopausal for at least 1 year or have had a tubal ligation.
  • Patients are willing to give written informed consent and are willing to follow the study procedure.
  • Patients who commit not to use any other medicated/ prescription shampoos/hair care products, any other hair growth products or hair colour or dye, other than the test treatment for the entire duration of the study.
  • Patients who are having refrigerator at their home for storage of test treatment.
  • Subject is willing and able to comply with study procedures, including all scheduled visits, treatment applications, and assessments.
  • Subject is willing and able to follow the study directions, to participate in the study, returning for all specified visits.
  • Subject must be able to understand and provide written informed consent to participate in the study.

Who cannot join

  • Subject with known allergy or sensitization to test treatment ingredients.
  • Subjects with a history of dermatological scalp conditions other than seborrheic dermatitis or dandruff (e.g., psoriasis, tinea capitis, lichen planopilaris).
  • Subject who had taken topical treatment of dandruff for within preceding 4 weeks.
  • Subject who had taken any systemic treatment for within preceding 3 months.
  • Subject who have plans of shaving scalp hair during the study.
  • Use of systemic or topical medications (e.g., corticosteroids, immunosuppressants, retinoids) known to affect skin or scalp within the past 3 months, or any medical history likely to interfere with study.
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  • Subject has any concurrent skin disease.
  • History of alcohol or drug addiction.
  • Subjects with an allergy to dairy products.
  • Subjects with a history or current presentation of visibly inflamed, infected, or severely irritated scalp, or known sensitivity to topical or cosmetic products.
  • Pregnant or breast feeding or planning to become pregnant during the study period.
  • Use of antibiotics, antifungal medications, or oral/topical probiotics within the past 4 weeks
  • History of chronic illness which may influence the cutaneous state.
  • Subject have participated any clinical research study related to hair care products within past 3 months.

Trial locations and contacts

1 site in 1 country.

India1 site
  • NovoBliss Research Private Limited

    Ahmedabad, Gujarat, 382481

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About this study

Official title: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Study to Evaluate the Safety and Efficacy of Scalp Cream for Symptom Relief and Microbiome Balance in Mild-moderate Seborrheic Dermatitis Patients.

A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Study to Evaluate the safety and efficacy of scalp cream for Symptom Relief and Microbiome Balance in mild-moderate Seborrheic Dermatitis patients.

Read the detailed description

Thirty-four participants were randomized: 22 to the treatment group and 12 to the placebo group. Thirty-two participants completed the study: 20 treatment and 12 placebo. Two participants in the treatment group were lost to follow-up. Treatment was applied to affected scalp areas and, where applicable, other seborrheic dermatitis-affected sebum-rich sites, including the hairline/forehead, postauricular area, and neck/nape. Safety and tolerability were assessed throughout the 60-day treatment period by monitoring adverse events.

Being tested
Microbiome-Powered Cream, Placebo Hair Cream
Medical subject headings
Dermatitis, Seborrheic

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • Microbiome-Powered CreamOther

    Mode of Usage: Apply a generous amount of the cream to the affected area of the scalp. Gently part the hair using a wide-tooth comb or your fingertips to ensure direct contact with the scalp. Extend slightly beyond affected areas. Massage the cream gently into the skin until fully absorbed. Do not rinse off after application. Frequency: Apply twice daily - once after the morning shower and once before bedtime. Route of Administration: Topical Note For best results, the cream should be applied within 5 minutes of towel drying, while the scalp is slightly damp and soft. At night, ensure the cream is fully absorbed before lying down to avoid transfer to bedding materials like pillows or sheets.

  • Placebo Hair CreamOther

    Mode of Usage: Apply a generous amount of the cream to the affected area of the scalp. Gently part the hair using a wide-tooth comb or your fingertips to ensure direct contact with the scalp. Extend slightly beyond affected areas. Massage the cream gently into the skin until fully absorbed. Do not rinse off after application. Frequency: Apply twice daily - once after the morning shower and once before bedtime. Route of Administration: Topical Note For best results, the cream should be applied within 5 minutes of towel drying, while the scalp is slightly damp and soft. At night, ensure the cream is fully absorbed before lying down to avoid transfer to bedding materials like pillows or sheets.

Study groups in NCT07063615
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
Microbiome-Powered CreamExperimentalMode of Usage: Apply a generous amount of the cream to the affected area of the scalp. Gently part the hair using a wide-tooth comb or your fingertips to ensure direct contact with the scalp. Extend slightly beyond affected areas. Massage the cream gently into the skin until fully absorbed. Do not rinse off after application. Frequency: Apply twice daily - once after the morning shower and once before bedtime. Route of Administration: Topical Note For best results, the cream should be applied within 5 minutes of towel drying, while the scalp is slightly damp and soft. At night, ensure the cream is fully absorbed before lying down to avoid transfer to bedding materials like pillows or sheets.
Receives: Other: Microbiome-Powered Cream
Placebo Hair CreamPlacebo comparatorMode of Usage: Apply a generous amount of the cream to the affected area of the scalp. Gently part the hair using a wide-tooth comb or your fingertips to ensure direct contact with the scalp. Extend slightly beyond affected areas. Massage the cream gently into the skin until fully absorbed. Do not rinse off after application. Frequency: Apply twice daily - once after the morning shower and once before bedtime. Route of Administration: Topical Note For best results, the cream should be applied within 5 minutes of towel drying, while the scalp is slightly damp and soft. At night, ensure the cream is fully absorbed before lying down to avoid transfer to bedding materials like pillows or sheets.
Receives: Other: Placebo Hair Cream

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. To evaluate the effectiveness of the test treatments by assessing the change in Adherent Scalp Flaking Score (ASFS) from baseline, both within treatment group and between treatment groups.

    ASFS scale Mild: 16-24, Moderate :25-34, Severe : 35-80, eight scalp zones were each graded from 0-10 and summed to produce a total score from 0-80. ASFS showed XX% improvement

    Measured: baseline on Day 01 and post usage of test treatment on Day 30 (+2 Days), Day 60 (+2 Days)

  2. To evaluate the effectiveness of the test treatment by assessing the change in flake coverage for quantification of adherent flakes from baseline, both within treatment group and between treatment groups.

    change in flake coverage using CASLiteNova from 8 parts of the scalp. Gives scalp condition images

    Measured: from baseline on Day 01 and post usage of test treatment on Day 30 (+2 Days), Day 60 (+2 Days).

  3. To evaluate the effectiveness of the test treatment by assessing reduction in itching from baseline, both within treatment group and between treatment groups.

    reduction in itching using VAS scale for itching

    Measured: from baseline on Day 01 and post usage of test treatment at T30 mins on Day 01, Day 30 (+2 Days), Day 60 (+2 Days).

  4. To evaluate the effectiveness of the test treatment by assessing change in Scalp Erythema Index from baseline, both within treatment group and between treatment groups.

    change in erythema Index using Mexameter® MX 18

    Measured: from baseline on Day 01 and post usage of test treatment at T30 mins on Day 01, Day 30 (+2 Days), Day 60 (+2 Days).

Secondary outcomes (6)
  1. To evaluate the effectiveness of the test treatment by assessing change in scalp barrier function from baseline, both within treatment group and between treatment groups.

    change in scalp barrier function (Transepidermal Water loss) in g/m²/h using Tewameter® TM Hex

    Measured: baseline on Day 01 and post usage of test treatment at T30 mins on Day 01, Day 30 (+2 Days), Day 60 (+2 Days).

  2. To evaluate the effectiveness of the test treatment by assessing change in sebum production from baseline, both within treatment group and between treatment groups.

    change in sebum production in μg/cm² using Sebumeter® SM 815

    Measured: baseline on Day 01 and post usage of test treatment at T30 mins on Day 01, Day 30 (+2 Days), Day 60 (+2 Days).

  3. To evaluate the effectiveness of the test treatment by assessing reduction in hair fall and non-adherent flake count from baseline, both within treatment group and between treatment groups.

    reduction in hair fall and non-adherent flake count using 60 second hair combing test

    Measured: baseline on Day 01 and post usage of test treatment on Day 30 (+2 Days), Day 60 (+2 Days).

  4. To evaluate the effectiveness of the test treatment by assessing change in general appearance of scalp from baseline, both within treatment group and between treatment groups.

    change in general appearance of scalp skin i.e. Itchiness, redness, roughness, and scaliness

    Measured: baseline on Day 01 and post usage of test treatment at T30 mins on Day 01, Day 30 (+2 Days), Day 60 (+2 Days)

  5. To evaluate the effectiveness of test treatment by assessing change in hair density and hair thickness from baseline, both within treatment group and between treatment groups.

    assessing change in hair density (sqcm) and hair thickness (µm) using CASLiteNova

    Measured: on Day 01 and post usage of test treatment on Day 30 (+2 Days), Day 60 (+2 Days).

  6. To evaluate the effectiveness of the test treatment by assessing treatment perception questionnaire through Quality of Life Questionnaire 5-point likert scale and PGIC questionnaire

    change in treatments perception questionnaire through Quality of Life Questionnaire using 5-point Likert scale and PGIC questionnaire

    Measured: Day 01 and post usage of test treatment at T30 mins on Day 01, Day 30 (+2 Days), Day 60 (+2 Days).

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted14 Jul 2025
  2. Study start21 Jul 2025
  3. Primary completion10 Jan 2026
  4. Study completion9 Feb 2026

Resources

More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design
Study type
Interventional
Phase
Phase N/A
Primary purpose
Treatment
Allocation
Randomised
Intervention model
Parallel groups
Masking
Double blind
Who is masked
Participant, Investigator
Enrolment
34 participants (actual)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT07063615
Sponsor's protocol ID
NB250017-BM_1.0_30June
Other IDs
CTRI/2025/07/090946
Status last verified
Aug 2026
First submitted
3 Jul 2025
Last updated
10 Aug 2026
Results posted
No
Data monitoring committee
No
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
No
Individual data sharing
No

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

A study testing Microbiome-Powered Cream in people with Seborrheic Dermatitis, run by NovoBliss Research Pvt Ltd at 1 site in India.

The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.

Who may be eligible to take part?

The sponsor lists 14 inclusion and 14 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.

Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?

The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 10 Aug 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 1 site in India. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. Some participants in this study may receive a placebo. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.

Are results available for this study?

The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

To evaluate the effectiveness of the test treatments by assessing the change in Adherent Scalp Flaking Score (ASFS) from baseline, both within treatment group and between treatment groups. (time frame: baseline on Day 01 and post usage of test treatment on Day 30 (+2 Days), Day 60 (+2 Days)). The study lists 4 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 10 Aug 2026.

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