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pyruvic acid and Acne

pyruvic acid has been researched along with Acne in 9 studies

Pyruvic Acid: An intermediate compound in the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. In thiamine deficiency, its oxidation is retarded and it accumulates in the tissues, especially in nervous structures. (From Stedman, 26th ed)
pyruvic acid : A 2-oxo monocarboxylic acid that is the 2-keto derivative of propionic acid. It is a metabolite obtained during glycolysis.

Research Excerpts

ExcerptRelevanceReference
"To compare the efficacy of microneedling with 15% trichloroacetic acid (TCA) peel versus microneedling with 25% pyruvic acid peel in the management of postacne scars."9.69Microneedling in Combination With 15% Trichloroacetic Acid Peel Versus 25% Pyruvic Acid Peel in the Treatment of Acne Scars. ( Choudhary, P; Relhan, V; Sahoo, B; Sarkar, R; Solanki, B, 2023)
" This study aims to explore the differences in the effectiveness of azelaic and pyruvic acid peels in the treatment of acne vulgaris."9.34A comparison of the effectiveness of azelaic and pyruvic acid peels in the treatment of female adult acne: a randomized controlled trial. ( Chilicka, K; Dzieńdziora-Urbińska, I; Rogowska, AM; Szyguła, R; Taradaj, J, 2020)
"To assess the effects of topical treatments (azelaic acid, salicylic acid, nicotinamide, zinc, alpha-hydroxy acid, and sulphur) for acne."9.05Topical azelaic acid, salicylic acid, nicotinamide, sulphur, zinc and fruit acid (alpha-hydroxy acid) for acne. ( Liu, GJ; Liu, H; Liu, L; Peinemann, F; Sang, H; Xia, J; Yu, H, 2020)
"Pyruvic acid in concentration between 40% and 70% is currently been used as a superficial to medium peeling agent for various dermatological indications including acne."8.12The efficacy and tolerability of 40% pyruvic acid peel on acne vulgaris, post acne scar and hyperpigmentation in Indians. ( Keisham, C; Yumnam, LS, 2022)
"To evaluate the efficacy and tolerability of chemical peeling with pyruvic acid for treatment of mild to moderate papulo-pustular acne."7.72The use of pyruvic acid in the treatment of acne. ( Brazzini, B; Cotellessa, C; Ghersetich, I; Manunta, T; Peris, K, 2004)
"To compare the efficacy of microneedling with 15% trichloroacetic acid (TCA) peel versus microneedling with 25% pyruvic acid peel in the management of postacne scars."5.69Microneedling in Combination With 15% Trichloroacetic Acid Peel Versus 25% Pyruvic Acid Peel in the Treatment of Acne Scars. ( Choudhary, P; Relhan, V; Sahoo, B; Sarkar, R; Solanki, B, 2023)
"One of the ways to treat acne is by using chemical peels."5.56A split-face comparative study to evaluate the efficacy of 50% pyruvic acid against a mixture of glycolic and salicylic acids in the treatment of acne vulgaris. ( Deda, A; Odrzywołek, W; Wilczyński, S; Zdrada, J, 2020)
" This study aims to explore the differences in the effectiveness of azelaic and pyruvic acid peels in the treatment of acne vulgaris."5.34A comparison of the effectiveness of azelaic and pyruvic acid peels in the treatment of female adult acne: a randomized controlled trial. ( Chilicka, K; Dzieńdziora-Urbińska, I; Rogowska, AM; Szyguła, R; Taradaj, J, 2020)
"To assess the effects of topical treatments (azelaic acid, salicylic acid, nicotinamide, zinc, alpha-hydroxy acid, and sulphur) for acne."5.05Topical azelaic acid, salicylic acid, nicotinamide, sulphur, zinc and fruit acid (alpha-hydroxy acid) for acne. ( Liu, GJ; Liu, H; Liu, L; Peinemann, F; Sang, H; Xia, J; Yu, H, 2020)
"Pyruvic acid in concentration between 40% and 70% is currently been used as a superficial to medium peeling agent for various dermatological indications including acne."4.12The efficacy and tolerability of 40% pyruvic acid peel on acne vulgaris, post acne scar and hyperpigmentation in Indians. ( Keisham, C; Yumnam, LS, 2022)
"To evaluate the efficacy and tolerability of chemical peeling with pyruvic acid for treatment of mild to moderate papulo-pustular acne."3.72The use of pyruvic acid in the treatment of acne. ( Brazzini, B; Cotellessa, C; Ghersetich, I; Manunta, T; Peris, K, 2004)
"Many clinicians use these peels in the treatment of acne and acne-prone oily skin."2.47Expert opinion: efficacy of superficial chemical peels in active acne management--what can we learn from the literature today? Evidence-based recommendations. ( Berson, DS; Cohen, JL; Dréno, B; Fischer, TC; Perosino, E; Poli, F; Rendon, MI; Roberts, WE; Starker, I; Viera, MS; Wang, B, 2011)

Research

Studies (9)

TimeframeStudies, this research(%)All Research%
pre-19901 (11.11)18.7374
1990's0 (0.00)18.2507
2000's1 (11.11)29.6817
2010's2 (22.22)24.3611
2020's5 (55.56)2.80

Authors

AuthorsStudies
Keisham, C1
Yumnam, LS1
Solanki, B1
Relhan, V1
Sahoo, B1
Sarkar, R1
Choudhary, P1
Zdrada, J1
Odrzywołek, W1
Deda, A1
Wilczyński, S1
Liu, H1
Yu, H1
Xia, J1
Liu, L1
Liu, GJ1
Sang, H1
Peinemann, F1
Chilicka, K1
Rogowska, AM1
Szyguła, R1
Dzieńdziora-Urbińska, I1
Taradaj, J1
Marczyk, B1
Mucha, P1
Budzisz, E1
Rotsztejn, H1
Dréno, B1
Fischer, TC1
Perosino, E1
Poli, F1
Viera, MS1
Rendon, MI1
Berson, DS1
Cohen, JL1
Roberts, WE1
Starker, I1
Wang, B1
Cotellessa, C1
Manunta, T1
Ghersetich, I1
Brazzini, B1
Peris, K1
Van Scott, EJ1
Yu, RJ1

Reviews

2 reviews available for pyruvic acid and Acne

ArticleYear
Topical azelaic acid, salicylic acid, nicotinamide, sulphur, zinc and fruit acid (alpha-hydroxy acid) for acne.
    The Cochrane database of systematic reviews, 2020, 05-01, Volume: 5

    Topics: Acne Vulgaris; Adapalene; Adolescent; Adult; Anti-Bacterial Agents; Benzoyl Peroxide; Bias; Child; C

2020
Expert opinion: efficacy of superficial chemical peels in active acne management--what can we learn from the literature today? Evidence-based recommendations.
    Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology : JEADV, 2011, Volume: 25, Issue:6

    Topics: Acne Vulgaris; Chemexfoliation; Evidence-Based Medicine; Glycolates; Humans; Keratolytic Agents; Pyr

2011

Trials

2 trials available for pyruvic acid and Acne

ArticleYear
Microneedling in Combination With 15% Trichloroacetic Acid Peel Versus 25% Pyruvic Acid Peel in the Treatment of Acne Scars.
    Dermatologic surgery : official publication for American Society for Dermatologic Surgery [et al.], 2023, 02-01, Volume: 49, Issue:2

    Topics: Acne Vulgaris; Atrophy; Cicatrix; Humans; Patient Satisfaction; Pyruvic Acid; Treatment Outcome; Tri

2023
A comparison of the effectiveness of azelaic and pyruvic acid peels in the treatment of female adult acne: a randomized controlled trial.
    Scientific reports, 2020, 07-28, Volume: 10, Issue:1

    Topics: Acne Vulgaris; Adult; Analysis of Variance; Dicarboxylic Acids; Female; Humans; Porosity; Pyruvic Ac

2020

Other Studies

5 other studies available for pyruvic acid and Acne

ArticleYear
The efficacy and tolerability of 40% pyruvic acid peel on acne vulgaris, post acne scar and hyperpigmentation in Indians.
    Journal of cosmetic dermatology, 2022, Volume: 21, Issue:10

    Topics: Acne Vulgaris; Chemexfoliation; Cicatrix; Humans; Hyperpigmentation; Pyruvic Acid; Treatment Outcome

2022
A split-face comparative study to evaluate the efficacy of 50% pyruvic acid against a mixture of glycolic and salicylic acids in the treatment of acne vulgaris.
    Journal of cosmetic dermatology, 2020, Volume: 19, Issue:9

    Topics: Acne Vulgaris; Chemexfoliation; Female; Glycols; Humans; Keratolytic Agents; Pyruvic Acid; Salicylic

2020
Comparative study of the effect of 50% pyruvic and 30% salicylic peels on the skin lipid film in patients with acne vulgaris.
    Journal of cosmetic dermatology, 2014, Volume: 13, Issue:1

    Topics: Acne Vulgaris; Adolescent; Cheek; Chemexfoliation; Chin; Female; Forehead; Humans; Lipids; Male; Pyr

2014
The use of pyruvic acid in the treatment of acne.
    Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology : JEADV, 2004, Volume: 18, Issue:3

    Topics: Acne Vulgaris; Administration, Topical; Adolescent; Adult; Dose-Response Relationship, Drug; Drug Ad

2004
Alpha hydroxy acids: procedures for use in clinical practice.
    Cutis, 1989, Volume: 43, Issue:3

    Topics: Acne Vulgaris; Administration, Topical; Glycolates; Humans; Ichthyosis; Keratosis; Lactates; Lactic

1989