Alternate Light Source Findings of Common Topical Cosmetics and Three Removal Methods.
Alternate Light Source Findings of Common Topical Cosmetics and Three Removal Methods.
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DOI:
10.1097/jfn.0000000000000300
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发表时间:
2021-01-01
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1
通讯作者:
Sheridan DJ
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作者:
Anderson JC;Pollitt EN;Schildbach C;MacDonald R;Rose L;Sheridan DJ
Alternate light sources (ALS) are a tool used by forensic nurses to aid in the physical examination of patients. Prior research has demonstrated some topical make-up products absorb alternate light similar to the absorption noted in bruises. Therefore, the purpose of this study was: 1) to further examine the ALS findings of multiple brands and types of make-up products, and 2) to compare the efficacy of three methods of make-up removal. Fourteen make-up products were applied to the forearms of 100 healthy adult volunteers with varying skin tones then assessed under white light, six alternate light wavelengths, and three color filters producing 19 total wavelength and filter combinations. The results were recorded prior to and following removal procedures by forensic nurse examiners who were blinded to the removal method. A three-arm randomized controlled trial of make-up removal methods (soap and water, isopropyl alcohol swab, make-up removal wipe) was conducted with the participants. All 14 make-up products produced absorption in at least 10% of the observations. Fluorescence was observed in more than 10% of the observations for only two products. Following product removal, four products continued to produce statistically significant absorption findings when viewed under an ALS. One product produced significant fluorescence following removal procedures. There were no statistically significant differences between the removal methods noted in any of these analyses. Our findings support the importance of using alternate light as one component of a comprehensive forensic examination including history taking and physical examination.