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humectant

UREA

CAS 57-13-6
88

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A natural moisturizing factor that hydrates at low levels and gently exfoliates at higher concentrations; widely used for dry, keratotic, and cracked skin.

Function

ANTISTATIC, BUFFERING, HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • hydrates
  • softens rough skin
  • mildly exfoliates at >10%

Known concerns

  • may sting cracked skin
  • enhances penetration of others

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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