Beauty Elixir

Carbamide

Urea: what to mix it with

A natural moisturising factor that pulls water into skin. At 10% and above it also softens rough, flaky patches. It is excellent for very dry skin, keratosis pilaris and cracked heels.

Typical strength
5% – 10% (face), up to 40% (feet)
Best time
AM/PM
Irritation
Price in India
₹300 – ₹1,200
Helps with
Hydration, barrier and texture
Pregnancy
Generally considered safe in pregnancy

How to use Urea

Use 5–10% on the face or body daily. Higher strengths can sting on broken or freshly exfoliated skin.

Pairs beautifully with

Retinol Adapalene Vitamin C Glycolic Acid Lactic Acid Mandelic Acid Salicylic Acid Benzoyl Peroxide Hyaluronic Acid Ceramides Centella Asiatica Squalane Snail Mucin Panthenol Tretinoin Retinal Aloe Vera Polyglutamic Acid

Safe to layer with

Niacinamide PHA Azelaic Acid Peptides Copper Peptides Bakuchiol Tranexamic Acid Alpha Arbutin Kojic Acid Vitamin E Ferulic Acid Sunscreen Hydroquinone Sulfur Tea Tree Oil Licorice Extract Glutathione Zinc PCA

Guides

Ingredients for dehydrated & dry skinIngredients for uneven texture & bumpsIngredients for damaged skin barrier Is Urea safe in pregnancy?

Urea vs alternatives

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