Urea (urea)
At a glance: Natural moisturizing factor of the skin that provides intensive moisture and loosens calluses.
Origin: Occurs naturally in the human body and is part of the skin's natural moisturizing system; it is synthetically produced for cosmetics.
Characteristics:
- Highly moisture-binding
- Keratolytic in higher concentrations
- Itch-relieving
- Non-comedogenic
Effect on the skin:
- Provides intense moisture
- In higher concentrations, it dissolves excessive keratinization.
- Relieves itching and irritation
- Improves the absorption of other active ingredients
- Strengthens the skin barrier
Ideal for: All skin types, especially for dry, very dry, flaky skin and for keratinization disorders.
Sustainability aspect: Synthetic urea can meet ecoCert standards if it is manufactured according to the guidelines for natural cosmetics.