Do you have red, flaky, or scaly skin?
If you have red, scaly patches on your elbows, knees, scalp, or face—especially around your nose, eyebrows, or beard line—it might be more than dry skin. KGL Skin Study Center in Broomall is enrolling adults 18+ for a 12-week dermatitis research study evaluating topical skincare products (descale and barrier products).
Study Details
Participants: Adults 18+, all skin tones and genders with psoriasiform and/or seborrheic dermatitis.
Compensation: Available up to $1,000 for completed visits (time and travel).
No Insurance Required.
Skin Evaluation: No cost skin evaluation by a board-certified dermatologist.
Study Products: Access to study products at no cost.
Location: 865 Sussex Blvd, Broomall, PA 19008.
- Transportation: SEPTA Route 126 stops near KGL at Sussex Blvd & Abbott Blvd (Stop 2092).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Getting Started
Simply complete our online volunteer survey, which takes about 5-10 minutes. You’ll provide basic information about yourself, your skin type, and any skin conditions. This helps us match you with appropriate studies.
We contact volunteers when a study matches their profile. The timing varies based on our study schedule and your specific characteristics. Some volunteers hear from us within weeks, while others may wait longer depending on the types of studies we’re conducting.
Absolutely! Participation is entirely voluntary. When we contact you about a study, we’ll explain all the details, and you decide whether it’s right for you. There’s no obligation to participate.
About Our Studies
We test a wide range of skincare and personal care products including cleansers, moisturizers, anti-aging treatments, sunscreens, makeup, acne treatments, and topical medications. These are products you’d typically find in drug stores, department stores, or online.
Yes. All studies are overseen by board-certified dermatologists, and we follow strict safety protocols established by regulatory agencies. Products undergo extensive preliminary testing before we test them on human volunteers. Your safety is our highest priority.
It varies by study. Patch testing studies involve multiple short visits (often just 15 minutes) over 1-4 weeks. Effectiveness studies are longer, typically ranging from a few weeks to several months, with visits every 2-4 weeks that may last 30-60 minutes.
Yes, but not simultaneously. You must complete one study before enrolling in another to ensure accurate results and prevent product interactions.
We conduct studies specifically for people with sensitive skin, as well as studies for various skin conditions. When you sign up, you’ll indicate your skin type and any sensitivities, and we’ll match you with appropriate studies. In fact, many studies specifically seek participants with sensitive skin.
Participation
Please contact us as soon as possible. We’ll try to reschedule your visit, though missing visits may affect your ability to continue in certain studies since protocols often require specific timing for assessments.
Stop using the product immediately and contact us. Your safety is our priority. One of our dermatologists will assess the situation and provide appropriate care. Mild reactions are sometimes expected in testing and help us determine product safety.
Compensation
Compensation varies by study based on the time commitment, number of visits, and complexity. When we contact you about a specific study, we’ll tell you the exact compensation amount. Generally, compensation ranges from $50 to $500 or more.
Payment is made upon completion of all required visits for the study. For longer studies with many visits, some sponsors may arrange interim payments.
We pay all volunteers by check at the end each study.
What Our Volunteers Say
Don’t just take our word for it. Here’s what people who’ve participated in our studies have to say:
