Investigator-Initiated Trials (IITs)
SkinCeuticals is committed to supporting Investigator-Initiated Trials (IITs). Research and innovation are at the core of our brand’s mission, and our dedication to science has established the brand as a leader in the advanced skincare arena. Our brand recognizes the importance of supporting IITs and partnering with our physicians. Please read details below to learn more about the process of submitting an IIT proposal.
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Application Process
IIT proposal concepts are submitted to the SkinCeuticals US Medical Affairs team beginning with a preliminary concept proposal or synopsis, if accepted, a request for a detailed full proposal and budget will be made. Each proposal is reviewed by an internal panel which requires a minimum of 8-12 weeks. Acceptance of proposal is based upon whether the concept aligns with scientific and/or clinical objectives supported by valid scientific designs, as well as research priorities and resource availability. Along this process, regular communication with the Investigator will continue until a decision or acceptance has been made. Along the panel decision, requests for additional information may be issued.
If a full proposal is accepted, a contract will be sent for execution between the sponsor and investigator. Support is contingent upon a fully executed contract, compliance wit the terms and conditions of the contract such as IRB approval letter and final IRB approved protocol. Once study is complete, investigator is encouraged to share publication plans.

Submit required items below:
- Investigator name and title
- Practice site/study site
- CV
- Proposed study title
- Synopsis or preliminary concept
- IRB
- Estimated budget

After review and approval of concept proposal, a full protocol will be requested.

If a full proposal is approved, the study agreement and contract will be executed between the investigator and L’Oréal.
For any questions on IITs, please contact [email protected]
* Please note, proposals submitted without information outlined in guidelines will not be considered
Areas of Interest
IIT submissions are accepted on an ongoing basis and must align with our areas of interest. To view our current areas of interest, read below and reference portfolio of products at https://www.skinceuticals.com/skin-care.
Requests That Will Be Considered
- Novel uses of SkinCeuticals products
- Integrated Skincare involving in-office procedures with SkinCeuticals products
Requests That Will Not Be Considered
- Proposals submitted from outside of the US
- Proposals that are not aligned with our current areas of interest
- Studies that have already started or are completed
- Requests that create a conflict of interest for SkinCeuticals
For any questions on IITs, please contact [email protected]
* Please note, proposals submitted without information outlined in guidelines will not be considered
Policies & Guidelines
In line with L’Oreal’s code of ethics, we conduct research and innovation with integrity. We are committed to ensuring the quality and relevance of our scientific projects, the objectivity, reliability and reproducibility of our data and the transparency and truthfulness of our scientific communication.
Submission of Confidentiality
By submitting materials for review, you agree that the information is not confidential, nor proprietary, and may be referred to a number of different persons at SkinCeuticals to determine the level of interest in supporting your request.
Contact
For any questions on IITs, please contact [email protected]
* Please note, proposals submitted without information outlined in guidelines will not be considered