Urea is a skin-care ingredient that can be found in face creams, lotions, and serums. Urea has two main skin-care benefits: exfoliation and hydration. A dermatologist answers common questions about ...

Like every industry, skincare has a few big-name players. A-listers like retinol and hyaluronic acid monopolize attention and media coverage. But what about the unsung heroes – like reliable, ...

There’s a moment from junior high seared into my memory, when another kid asked me why I had “all those red bumps on my arms.” It was something that until then I had barely noticed; after his comment, ...

I know many people, myself included, who start to get dry, scaly skin in the winter months. And for many, dry skin isn’t just a bit of a bother – it can be a big issue. The symptoms can get so bad ...

Urea skin care might not sound super sexy, but there’s a reason the inconspicuous ingredient is seeing a real resurgence. We’re no strangers to breaking down beauty trends or testing out that skin ...

The name may be funny, but urea's ability to fight skin issues like KP, seborrheic dermatitis, and calluses is no joke Moisturizers with urea can work wonders on rough-and-bumpy arms. By Angela ...

UREA, or carbamide, is a naturally occurring substance produced by the body and found in urine. It was first identified in 1773 by the French chemist Hillaire Rouelle. It is excreted by the body as ...