Researchers at the University of Copenhagen have developed a patch designed to make psoriasis treatment easier and more effective. Psoriasis, a common inflammatory skin condition affecting about 4-5% of the Danish population, is typically treated with creams and ointments. However, these treatments often require multiple daily applications and can leave the skin feeling greasy, leading to inconsistent use. The new patch, which only needs to be applied once a day, aims to address these issues by offering a more comfortable treatment option for patients with psoriasis.

The patch contains two active ingredients, salicylic acid and hydrocortisone, which are released at different rates to address different aspects of psoriasis treatment. Salicylic acid works immediately to remove dead skin cells, while hydrocortisone helps reduce inflammation over time. Tested on pig skin and human skin cells, the patch showed similar effectiveness to traditional treatments. The patch, made using electrospinning to create synthetic nanofibers, holds potential not only for psoriasis but also for treating other inflammatory skin conditions, such as atopic eczema, and may even aid in wound healing. However, further research and clinical trials are needed before it can be made widely available.

Reference: University of Copenhagen – The Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences. Researchers develop nanofiber patch for treatment of psoriasis. ScienceDaily. Published November 12, 2024. Accessed March 22, 2025.