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ABSTRACT: Background and objective
Skin thermal diffusivity plays a crucial role in various applications, including laser therapy and cryogenic skin cooling.This study investigates the correlation between skin thermal diffusivity and two important skin parameters, melanin content and erythema, in a cohort of 102 participants.Methods
An in-house developed device based on transient temperature measurement was used to assess thermal diffusivity at different body locations. Melanin content and erythema were measured using a colorimeter. Statistical analysis was performed to examine potential correlations.Results
The results showed that the measured thermal diffusivity values were consistent with previous reports, with variations observed among subjects. No significant correlation was found between thermal diffusivity and melanin content or erythema. This suggests that other factors, such as skin hydration or epidermis thickness, may have a more dominant influence on skin thermal properties.Conlcusion
This research provides valuable insights into the complex interplay between skin thermal properties and physiological parameters, with potential implications for cosmetic and clinical dermatology applications.
SUBMITTER: Bajrami D
PROVIDER: S-EPMC10948952 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Mar
REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature
Bajrami Dardan D Zubiaga Asier A Renggli Timon T Kirsch Christoph C Spano Fabrizio F Fehr Daniel D von Schulthess Patrick P Lindhorst-Peters Alisa A Huber Stephanie S Roider Elisabeth E Rossi René M RM Navarini Alexander A AA Bonmarin Mathias M
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) 20240301 3
<h4>Background and objective</h4>Skin thermal diffusivity plays a crucial role in various applications, including laser therapy and cryogenic skin cooling.This study investigates the correlation between skin thermal diffusivity and two important skin parameters, melanin content and erythema, in a cohort of 102 participants.<h4>Methods</h4>An in-house developed device based on transient temperature measurement was used to assess thermal diffusivity at different body locations. Melanin content and ...[more]