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ArticleAnnals of dermatology2024

Skin Hydration Measurement: Comparison Between Devices and Clinical Evaluations.

Ju Heon Park, YoungHwan Choi, Yeon Joo Jung, Taemin Lee, Heeyeon Kim, Youngjoo Cho, Jong Hee Lee

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Article in Annals of dermatology, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 6 papers.

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6 citing papers in PubMed.

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  6. New Frontiers of Non-Invasive Detection in Scalp and Hair Diseases: A Review of the Application of Novel Detection Techniques.Skin research and technology : official journal of International Society for Bioengineering and the Skin (ISBS) [and] International Society for Digital Imaging of Skin (ISDIS) [and] International Society for Skin Imaging (ISSI)
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7 authors.

Ju Heon ParkDepartment of Medicine, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0006-1993-0146
YoungHwan ChoiDepartment of Dermatology, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4177-7724
Yeon Joo JungDepartment of Dermatology, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2025-2291
Taemin LeeDepartment of Dermatology, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0000-3466-6538
Heeyeon KimDepartment of Dermatology, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3040-6098
Youngjoo ChoDepartment of Applied Statistics, Konkuk University, Seoul, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5667-5654
Jong Hee LeeDepartment of Dermatology, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8536-1179

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundThe need for an objective method for measuring skin hydration levels is becoming increasingly important. Various devices with different measuring principles for assessing skin hydration have been developed and are widely used.

objectiveThis study aimed to investigate the reproducibility and correlation between clinical evaluation and skin hydration measurement devices that are the most widely used in the field.

methodsA prospective comparative clinical trial was conducted on 184 healthy volunteers. Skin hydration levels were measured using the Corneometer (CM820) and hydration probe (HP: DermaLab Combo) at 3 points: the ventral forearm, the dorsal forearm, and the shin. We used the intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC) to evaluate the reproducibility and Pearson's correlation coefficient (PCC) to evaluate the correlation of each measurement. Simple linear regression was used to analyze the Corneometer and HP skin hydration value changes according to changes in xerosis severity scale (XSS) values, which were evaluated by clinicians.

resultsBoth the Corneometer and HP showed significant, excellent reproducibility (ICC for Corneometer: 0.954-0.971, ICC for HP: 0.980-0.986) and significant high positive correlations (PCC: 0.708-0.737) regardless of the measurement site. Both devices showed negative regression coefficients in all measurement sites in XSS analysis, but this was not statistically significant.

conclusionThe Corneometer and HP were both accurate and objective skin hydration measuring devices, regardless of the measurement site. Using reliable and objective devices such as the Corneometer or HP can aid in understanding an individual's skin condition and making more informed decisions for skin care.

trial registrationClinical Research Information Service Identifier: KCT0005146.

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