Ingredient· Hydration
Urea
Urea is part of the skin's own natural moisturising factor. At low levels it hydrates; at higher levels it also softens rough, hardened skin.
Suits
Dry and rough skin – on the face mainly at low levels. Higher levels are usually used for the body, hands and feet.
Time of day
Morning and evening
Works well with
Glycerin, hyaluronic acid, ceramides and panthenol.
What isUrea?
Urea (carbamide) occurs naturally in the skin's natural moisturising factor, NMF. For cosmetics, it is produced synthetically.
What is it used for?
In skincare, it is used for hydration and, depending on the concentration, also to soften rough skin.
Be careful with
High levels may sting on irritated skin or in cracks.
Good to know
Its function changes with the concentration and the type of product.
