Clinical trials and Research Blog

Launching a topical product comes with an unspoken promise. That promise is that the product will be safe and comfortable when used by real people, not just in theory. For consumer brands, especially in skincare, personal care, and wellness, patch testing is often the first meaningful step toward understanding how a product interacts with human skin. It helps brands move from assumptions to evidence early, when decisions are easier and less costly to change. What Is Patch Tes

When brands talk about being clinically tested, the type of study behind that claim matters. One commonly used and often misunderstood research design is the open label study. Especially popular in supplements, skincare, cosmetics, superfoods, and pet health, an open label study offers valuable real-world insights, when designed and communicated correctly. In this post, we’ll break down what an open label study is, how it works, its benefits and limitations, and why it plays

False advertising is often discussed as a legal or ethical issue. But for brands, the bigger story is economic. Misleading or unsubstantiated claims can quietly drain revenue, inflate costs, and limit long-term growth, even when no lawsuit ever happens. This article explains the real financial impact of false advertising, how those costs show up across a business, and when investing in evidence can help brands avoid expensive mistakes. False advertising  negatively impacts th

Choosing a Contract Research Organization is one of the most important decisions you make when running a clinical study. The right CRO does more than execute a protocol. They help you reduce risk, stay aligned, and generate evidence you can stand behind. This article explains how to build a strong, productive partnership with your CRO, from the first conversation through post-study collaboration, so your trial runs smoothly and delivers meaningful results. A strong partnershi

Collagen is one of the most popular ingredients in supplements, foods, and beauty products. But popularity alone does not build trust. Brands increasingly rely on collagen clinical studies to understand what collagen actually does in humans and how to communicate those findings responsibly. This article explains what collagen clinical studies are, what they typically measure, and how brands use them to support product development and marketing decisions. Collagen clinical stu