Urea
INCI Name: Urea
Urea is a molecule produced by the body itself as part of the skin's natural moisturizing factor (NMF), which is the foundation of a healthy barrier. Today, urea is one of the most common moisturizing ingredients used in skin care products.
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Regenerating ingredient. It reduces the appearance of wrinkles, improves skin texture and hydration.
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Strengthens the skin's protective layer, reduces water loss, protects against dryness and irritation.
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Alpha hydroxy acids are popular ingredients for their skin-renewing and exfoliating properties.
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An ingredient hydrolyzed from elastin, the protein responsible for skin elasticity, and absorbed into the skin.
