Cutaneous sebum analysis system Sebumeter® SM 815

For more than 30 years the Sebumeter® has provided the worldwide most used method to reproducibly and accurately determine the sebum level of the skin surface, as well as on scalp and hair. This is documented by the numerous mentions in scientific literature in which the terms "sebumetry" and sebum measurements are inseparable. Advantages The special tape only reacts to the skin sebum independent on the water content. It allows fairly quick and very easy measurements to avoid occlusion. A zero calibration before each measurement provides highest accuracy. The probe is small and lightweight for easy handling and measurement on all body sites. The spring in the head of the cartridge ensures constant pressure on the skin enabling exact, reproducible measurements. The accuracy of the device can be easily checked at any time with a specific check calibration tool. Worldwide established as „sebumetry" with a broad range of studies. The Sebumeter® SM 815 is available as stand-alone device, in the Derma Unit SSC 3, or built-in in the MPA systems (please see details in Basic Probe Systems). Measurement Principle The measurement is based on grease spot photometry. The mat tape of the Sebumeter® SM 815 is brought into contact with skin or hair. It becomes transparent according to the sebum on the surface of the measurement area. Then the tape is inserted into the aperture of the device and the transparency is measured by a photocell. The light transmission represents the sebum content. The Probe (Cartridge) The measuring head of the cartridge exposes a 64 mm2 measuring section of the mat tape.