Product Trials
Product trials have been conducted to prove the efficacy of Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula for stretch marks. Results of the trials have proved the formula significantly increases skin moisturisation and skin elasticity.
Dermatological testing and assessments have also been conducted and it has been proved that there is no dermal irritation or allergic contact sensitization in the use of Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula for Stretch Marks.

Efficacy Study: Elasticity
- Female subjects
- 4 week trial of Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula for Stretch Marks applied twice daily
- Cutometer SEM 575, an instrument for scientifically exact determination of the elasticity of the skin was used
- The trial showed a statistically significant increase in skin elasticity

Efficacy Study: Moisturisation
- Female subjects
- 4 week trial of Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula for Stretch Marks applied twice daily
- Corneometer CM 825, an instrument for scientifically exact determination of moisture content of the skin surface was used
- The trial showed a statistically significant increase in skin moisturisation

Efficacy Study: Moisturisation
- Female subjects in their fourth to sixth month of pregnancy
- 8 week trial of Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula for Stretch Marks, applying it to abdominal skin twice daily
- Skin moisture content was measured using a TC350 Corneometer, an instrument for scientifically exact determination of moisture content of the skin surface
- The trial showed a statistically significant increase in skin moisturisation
Subjects also evaluated Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula for Stretch Marks upon completion of the trial. See the conclusion in the table below, with scores ranging from Score 1 [Disliked] to Score 4 [Liked].
| Median Rating | |
|---|---|
| Overall | 3.00 |
| Moisturises skin | 4.00 |
| Absorbs quickly | 3.50 |
| Helps reduce apperance of stretch marks | 3.50 |
| Feel of skin after use | 3.00 |
| Non greasy formula | 3.00 |
| Fragrance | 2.00 |
| Quality | 3.00 |
| Product Texture | 3.00 |








