Research Center: Crown Laboratories, Inc.
Location: 9 Medical Pkwy, Ste 308, Plaza 4, Dallas, TX 7523
Lead Researcher: Joe Blumenau, M.D.
IRB Committee: This study has been reviewed and approved by the Allendale Investigational Review Board

About the Study

Are you struggling with acne scars? Acne scars are a complication of Acne Vulgaris. These scars occur as a result of damage to the skin during the healing process of active acne. 

Researchers at Crown laboratories seek to evaluate the safety and efficacy of a skincare regimen (Biojuve) after microneedling treatment of acne scars when compared to a commercial regimen.

Why Participate? 

• Participants will receive in addition with microneedling one of the 2 skincare regiments: Biojuve or commercial regiment at no cost.
• Participants will be compensated up to $1,050 for time and travel related to this study. Compensation will only be provided to eligible participants for each completed visit.
• Participants could help improve acne scar treatment. 
• Information collected may help those with acne scars in the future.

Your Rights

• If you decide to participate in the study and later feel that you no longer wish to be part of it, you can withdraw at any time.
• Any information that you provide will be kept strictly confidential, except as required by law.
• Qualified health professionals will monitor your health as it relates to the study.

Who Can Participate?

• Men and women aged 22-60 years old who have atrophic acne scars. An atrophic scar is an indented scar that heals below the normal layer of skin tissue.
• Must have the desire to have their acne scars treated
• Must not be allergic to any topical treatments, facial, general skincare products, stainless steel or nickel
• Must not have a recent or history of significant trauma to the face in the last 6 months
• Must not have a history of hypertrophic, keloid scars, cold sores (herpes) or warts
• Must not have a current or history skin cancer
• Must be able to attend 7 study visits at the research site over approximately 8 ½ months
• Must be willing to undergo 4 treatments 3 weeks apart of SkinPen microneedling procedures

More Study Details 

The study team will explain the research in its entirety but some details are:

• Participants must be willing to do the following study procedures:
  • Use the skin care regiment provided 
  • Take a pregnancy test if you are a woman of childbearing potential
  • Follow study requirements and report any changes in health status, medication, symptoms/reactions experienced
  • Sign a photography/digital photo release form
  • Undergo 4 treatments 3 weeks apart 

About the Research Center:

Crown Laboratories

Beautifully comprehensive skincare takes a deeper commitment. As a privately held, fully integrated global company, Crown is dedicated to developing and providing a diverse portfolio of safe and effective scientific solutions for life-long healthy skin.

Please note:
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the researchers would like to assure the participants that ensuring their and the study staff’s safety is of utmost importance.