Pilot Clinical Evaluation of a Hyaluronic Acid and Hydrogen Peroxide Based Gel in the Management of Folliculitis: An Open-Label, Post-Marketing Study

This pilot study assessed the efficacy and safety of Ialuxid® gel, a hyaluronic acid and hydrogen peroxide-based treatment, in managing folliculitis among 13 patients aged 22 to 44 over 8 weeks. The study found a significant reduction in lesions from a mean of 57.8 to 17.7 and a 66.6% improvement in the Total Severity Score. Patient satisfaction was high, with 76.9% very satisfied and 23.1% satisfied, and safety was excellent with only two mild adverse events. The study supports the gel's effectiveness in reducing folliculitis symptoms and improving quality of life, indicating the feasibility of a larger future trial.