# Urea

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/ingredients/urea

The Lovi Fit is the same in every country; only the stores and prices differ, and the ones here are for Ireland.

Urea actively draws lasting moisture deep into the skin, soothes dryness, and eases irritation for a healthier, more comfortable feel. It suits those with dry skin or oily skin best, and is typically found in gentle creams at concentrations of five percent and ten percent. Because it layers easily, this supportive ingredient fits smoothly into any daily skincare routine.

[Dermatology Online Journal, 2013](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24314769/)

This page shows urea products with a Lovi page. For every product, and a routine built for your skin, use the Lovi app.

### Popular urea products

- [Eucerin Advanced Repair Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/eucerin/advanced-repair-lotion/for/sensitive-skin) — High fit — [€27.99 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ie/dp/B01DIXHNUU?tag=lovi-care-web-product02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/the-ordinary/natural-moisturizing-factors-ha/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — [€7.50 at Notino](https://www.notino.ie/the-ordinary/natural-moisturizing-factors-ha-moisturizing-cream-for-face/p-16168471/)
- [CeraVe Intensive Moisturizing Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/cerave/intensive-moisturizing-lotion/for/dry-skin) — High fit — [€25.30 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ie/dp/B0F19H9JTR?tag=lovi-care-web-product02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Eucerin Urea Repair](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/eucerin/urea-repair/for/dry-skin) — Average fit
- [Malezia 5% Urea Moisturizer](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/malezia/5-urea-moisturizer/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit
- [Eucerin Intensive Repair Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/eucerin/intensive-repair-lotion/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — Average fit
- [NATURIUM Barrier Bounce](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/naturium/barrier-bounce/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — Superior fit
- [Murad Retinal ReSculpt Overnight Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/murad/retinal-resculpt-overnight-treatment/for/mature-skin) — Superior fit — [€91.92 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ie/dp/B0FJW4K9HR?tag=lovi-care-web-product02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)

### Urea creams

- [The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/the-ordinary/natural-moisturizing-factors-ha/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — [€7.50 at Notino](https://www.notino.ie/the-ordinary/natural-moisturizing-factors-ha-moisturizing-cream-for-face/p-16168471/)
- [CeraVe Intensive Moisturizing Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/cerave/intensive-moisturizing-lotion/for/dry-skin) — High fit — [€25.30 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ie/dp/B0F19H9JTR?tag=lovi-care-web-product02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Eucerin Urea Repair](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/eucerin/urea-repair/for/dry-skin) — Average fit
- [Malezia 5% Urea Moisturizer](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/malezia/5-urea-moisturizer/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit
- [Eucerin Intensive Repair Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/eucerin/intensive-repair-lotion/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — Average fit
- [NATURIUM Barrier Bounce](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/naturium/barrier-bounce/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — Superior fit
- [CeraVe SA Smoothing Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/cerave/sa-smoothing-cream/for/dry-skin) — High fit — [€18.34 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ie/dp/B07W8H8MBX?tag=lovi-care-web-product02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + PhytoCeramides](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/the-ordinary/natural-moisturizing-factors-phytoceramides/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — [€23.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ie/dp/B0C1WHLL1C?tag=lovi-care-web-product02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Prequel UREA ADVANCED RELIEF MOISTURIZING MILK](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/prequel/urea-advanced-relief-moisturizing-milk/for/dry-skin) — High fit — [€210.69 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ie/dp/B0DC8BDFLX?tag=lovi-care-web-product02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [La Roche-Posay LIPIKAR UREA 10% ROUGHNESS SMOOTHING LOTION](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/la-roche-posay/lipikar-urea-10-roughness-smoothing-lotion/for/dry-skin) — Average fit
- [Mixa Urea Cica Repair](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/mixa/urea-cica-repair/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — Superior fit
- [ISDIN Uradin Lotion 10](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/isdin/uradin-lotion-10/for/dry-skin) — High fit

## What reviewers say about popular urea products

The highlight reviewers mention most for each popular urea product on Lovi.

- Eucerin Advanced Repair Lotion Deep hydration ★4.7 · 15.0k+ reviews Fragrance-free Non-greasy texture “Keeps skin soft all day” [What people say about Advanced Repair Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/eucerin/advanced-repair-lotion/for/sensitive-skin)
- The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA Non-greasy finish ★4.3 · 8.5k+ reviews Unbeatable price Fragrance-free, gentle “Sinks in immediately” [What people say about Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/the-ordinary/natural-moisturizing-factors-ha/for/dry-skin)
- CeraVe Intensive Moisturizing Lotion Fast Absorption ★4.7 · 400+ reviews Deep Hydration Lightweight Feel “Sinks in quickly” [What people say about Intensive Moisturizing Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/cerave/intensive-moisturizing-lotion/for/dry-skin)
- Eucerin Intensive Repair Lotion Deep hydration ★4.2 · 55.7k+ reviews Long-lasting Soothes itchiness “Intensely replenishes moisture” [What people say about Intensive Repair Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/eucerin/intensive-repair-lotion/for/dry-sensitive-skin)
- NATURIUM Barrier Bounce Intense hydration ★4.3 · 200+ reviews Dewy finish Formula separation “skin feels comfortable all day” [What people say about Barrier Bounce](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/naturium/barrier-bounce/for/dry-sensitive-skin)
- Murad Retinal ReSculpt Overnight Treatment Visibly smooths texture ★4.8 · 600+ reviews Firms and lifts High price point “skin feels smooth and soft” [What people say about Retinal ReSculpt Overnight Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/murad/retinal-resculpt-overnight-treatment/for/mature-skin)

### Other urea products

- [Eucerin Advanced Repair Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/eucerin/advanced-repair-lotion/for/sensitive-skin) — High fit — [€27.99 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ie/dp/B01DIXHNUU?tag=lovi-care-web-product02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Eucerin Advanced Repair](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/eucerin/advanced-repair/for/dry-skin) — High fit
- [Eucerin UreaRepair Plus 10% Urea Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/eucerin/urearepair-plus-10-urea-lotion/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit
- [Murad Retinal ReSculpt Overnight Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/murad/retinal-resculpt-overnight-treatment/for/mature-skin) — Superior fit — [€91.92 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ie/dp/B0FJW4K9HR?tag=lovi-care-web-product02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Hada Labo Gokujun Premium](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/hada-labo/gokujun-premium/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit
- [Murad Cellular Hydration Repair Mask](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/murad/cellular-hydration-repair-mask/for/dry-skin) — High fit

### Urea for dry skin

- [Hada Labo Gokujun Premium](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/hada-labo/gokujun-premium/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit
- [The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/the-ordinary/natural-moisturizing-factors-ha/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — [€7.50 at Notino](https://www.notino.ie/the-ordinary/natural-moisturizing-factors-ha-moisturizing-cream-for-face/p-16168471/)
- [Eucerin Roughness Relief Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/eucerin/roughness-relief-lotion/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit
- [The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + PhytoCeramides](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/the-ordinary/natural-moisturizing-factors-phytoceramides/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — [€23.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ie/dp/B0C1WHLL1C?tag=lovi-care-web-product02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Eucerin UreaRepair Plus 10% Urea Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/eucerin/urearepair-plus-10-urea-lotion/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit
- [Mixa Urea Cica Repair](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/mixa/urea-cica-repair/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit
- [Malezia 5% Urea Moisturizer](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/malezia/5-urea-moisturizer/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit
- [NATURIUM Barrier Bounce](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/naturium/barrier-bounce/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit
- [Prequel UREA ADVANCED RELIEF MOISTURIZING MILK](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/prequel/urea-advanced-relief-moisturizing-milk/for/dry-skin) — High fit — [€210.69 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ie/dp/B0DC8BDFLX?tag=lovi-care-web-product02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Eucerin Advanced Repair](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/eucerin/advanced-repair/for/dry-skin) — High fit
- [ISDIN Uradin Lotion 10](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/isdin/uradin-lotion-10/for/dry-skin) — High fit
- [CeraVe SA Smoothing Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/cerave/sa-smoothing-cream/for/dry-skin) — High fit — [€18.34 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ie/dp/B07W8H8MBX?tag=lovi-care-web-product02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)

### Urea for oily skin

- [The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/the-ordinary/natural-moisturizing-factors-ha/for/oily-skin) — High fit — [€7.50 at Notino](https://www.notino.ie/the-ordinary/natural-moisturizing-factors-ha-moisturizing-cream-for-face/p-16168471/)
- [Malezia 5% Urea Moisturizer](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/malezia/5-urea-moisturizer/for/oily-skin) — High fit
- [Murad Cellular Hydration Repair Mask](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/murad/cellular-hydration-repair-mask/for/oily-skin) — High fit
- [NATURIUM Barrier Bounce](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/naturium/barrier-bounce/for/oily-skin) — Average fit
- [Hada Labo Gokujun Premium](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/hada-labo/gokujun-premium/for/oily-skin) — Average fit
- [Prequel UREA ADVANCED RELIEF MOISTURIZING MILK](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/prequel/urea-advanced-relief-moisturizing-milk/for/oily-skin) — Average fit — [€210.69 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ie/dp/B0DC8BDFLX?tag=lovi-care-web-product02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Murad Retinal ReSculpt Overnight Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/murad/retinal-resculpt-overnight-treatment/for/oily-skin) — Average fit — [€91.92 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ie/dp/B0FJW4K9HR?tag=lovi-care-web-product02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [CeraVe SA Smoothing Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/cerave/sa-smoothing-cream/for/oily-skin) — Average fit — [€18.34 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ie/dp/B07W8H8MBX?tag=lovi-care-web-product02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + PhytoCeramides](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/the-ordinary/natural-moisturizing-factors-phytoceramides/for/oily-skin) — Average fit — [€23.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ie/dp/B0C1WHLL1C?tag=lovi-care-web-product02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Eucerin UreaRepair Plus 10% Urea Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/eucerin/urearepair-plus-10-urea-lotion/for/oily-skin) — Average fit
- [Mixa Urea Cica Repair](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/mixa/urea-cica-repair/for/oily-skin) — Low fit
- [La Roche-Posay LIPIKAR UREA 10% ROUGHNESS SMOOTHING LOTION](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/la-roche-posay/lipikar-urea-10-roughness-smoothing-lotion/for/oily-skin) — Caution fit

### Urea for combination skin

- [The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/the-ordinary/natural-moisturizing-factors-ha/for/combination-skin) — High fit — [€7.50 at Notino](https://www.notino.ie/the-ordinary/natural-moisturizing-factors-ha-moisturizing-cream-for-face/p-16168471/)
- [NATURIUM Barrier Bounce](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/naturium/barrier-bounce/for/combination-skin) — High fit
- [Hada Labo Gokujun Premium](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/hada-labo/gokujun-premium/for/combination-skin) — High fit
- [The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + PhytoCeramides](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/the-ordinary/natural-moisturizing-factors-phytoceramides/for/combination-skin) — High fit — [€23.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ie/dp/B0C1WHLL1C?tag=lovi-care-web-product02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Malezia 5% Urea Moisturizer](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/malezia/5-urea-moisturizer/for/combination-skin) — Average fit
- [Prequel UREA ADVANCED RELIEF MOISTURIZING MILK](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/prequel/urea-advanced-relief-moisturizing-milk/for/combination-skin) — Average fit — [€210.69 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ie/dp/B0DC8BDFLX?tag=lovi-care-web-product02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Murad Cellular Hydration Repair Mask](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/murad/cellular-hydration-repair-mask/for/combination-skin) — Average fit
- [Murad Retinal ReSculpt Overnight Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/murad/retinal-resculpt-overnight-treatment/for/combination-skin) — Average fit — [€91.92 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ie/dp/B0FJW4K9HR?tag=lovi-care-web-product02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [CeraVe SA Smoothing Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/cerave/sa-smoothing-cream/for/combination-skin) — Average fit — [€18.34 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ie/dp/B07W8H8MBX?tag=lovi-care-web-product02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Eucerin UreaRepair Plus 10% Urea Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/eucerin/urearepair-plus-10-urea-lotion/for/combination-skin) — Average fit
- [Mixa Urea Cica Repair](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/mixa/urea-cica-repair/for/combination-skin) — Average fit
- [Eucerin Urea Repair](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/eucerin/urea-repair/for/combination-skin) — Average fit

### Urea for sensitive skin

- [The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/the-ordinary/natural-moisturizing-factors-ha/for/sensitive-skin) — High fit — [€7.50 at Notino](https://www.notino.ie/the-ordinary/natural-moisturizing-factors-ha-moisturizing-cream-for-face/p-16168471/)
- [NATURIUM Barrier Bounce](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/naturium/barrier-bounce/for/sensitive-skin) — High fit
- [Prequel UREA ADVANCED RELIEF MOISTURIZING MILK](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/prequel/urea-advanced-relief-moisturizing-milk/for/sensitive-skin) — High fit — [€210.69 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ie/dp/B0DC8BDFLX?tag=lovi-care-web-product02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Mixa Urea Cica Repair](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/mixa/urea-cica-repair/for/sensitive-skin) — High fit
- [Murad Retinal ReSculpt Overnight Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/murad/retinal-resculpt-overnight-treatment/for/sensitive-skin) — High fit — [€91.92 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ie/dp/B0FJW4K9HR?tag=lovi-care-web-product02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Murad Cellular Hydration Repair Mask](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/murad/cellular-hydration-repair-mask/for/sensitive-skin) — High fit
- [Eucerin Advanced Repair Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/eucerin/advanced-repair-lotion/for/sensitive-skin) — High fit — [€27.99 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ie/dp/B01DIXHNUU?tag=lovi-care-web-product02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Hada Labo Gokujun Premium](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/hada-labo/gokujun-premium/for/sensitive-skin) — Average fit
- [Malezia 5% Urea Moisturizer](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/malezia/5-urea-moisturizer/for/sensitive-skin) — Average fit
- [La Roche-Posay LIPIKAR UREA 10% ROUGHNESS SMOOTHING LOTION](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/la-roche-posay/lipikar-urea-10-roughness-smoothing-lotion/for/sensitive-skin) — Average fit
- [Eucerin UreaRepair Plus 10% Urea Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/eucerin/urearepair-plus-10-urea-lotion/for/sensitive-skin) — Average fit
- [Eucerin Roughness Relief Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/eucerin/roughness-relief-lotion/for/sensitive-skin) — Average fit

### Urea for acne-prone skin

- [NATURIUM Barrier Bounce](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/naturium/barrier-bounce/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit
- [Malezia 5% Urea Moisturizer](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/malezia/5-urea-moisturizer/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit
- [Hada Labo Gokujun Premium](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/hada-labo/gokujun-premium/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit
- [The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/the-ordinary/natural-moisturizing-factors-ha/for/acne-prone-skin) — Average fit — [€7.50 at Notino](https://www.notino.ie/the-ordinary/natural-moisturizing-factors-ha-moisturizing-cream-for-face/p-16168471/)
- [CeraVe SA Smoothing Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/cerave/sa-smoothing-cream/for/acne-prone-skin) — Average fit — [€18.34 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ie/dp/B07W8H8MBX?tag=lovi-care-web-product02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Murad Retinal ReSculpt Overnight Treatment](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/murad/retinal-resculpt-overnight-treatment/for/acne-prone-skin) — Average fit — [€91.92 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ie/dp/B0FJW4K9HR?tag=lovi-care-web-product02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Murad Cellular Hydration Repair Mask](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/murad/cellular-hydration-repair-mask/for/acne-prone-skin) — Average fit
- [Prequel UREA ADVANCED RELIEF MOISTURIZING MILK](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/prequel/urea-advanced-relief-moisturizing-milk/for/acne-prone-skin) — Average fit — [€210.69 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ie/dp/B0DC8BDFLX?tag=lovi-care-web-product02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Mixa Urea Cica Repair](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/mixa/urea-cica-repair/for/acne-prone-skin) — Average fit
- [Eucerin UreaRepair Plus 10% Urea Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/eucerin/urearepair-plus-10-urea-lotion/for/acne-prone-skin) — Average fit
- [The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + PhytoCeramides](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/the-ordinary/natural-moisturizing-factors-phytoceramides/for/acne-prone-skin) — Average fit — [€23.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ie/dp/B0C1WHLL1C?tag=lovi-care-web-product02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Eucerin Roughness Relief Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/eucerin/roughness-relief-lotion/for/acne-prone-skin) — Average fit

## Questions and answers

### What does urea do for the skin?

Urea is a safe and effective dermatologic therapy that hydrates dry skin and helps protect against hand-foot skin reactions from cancer treatments. An emollient containing urea alongside ceramide NP and lactate helps hydrate the skin to a significantly greater extent and for a longer duration.

[Dermatology Online Journal, 2013](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24314769/)

### How do you use urea?

Urea is used as a safe and effective dermatologic therapy to help manage various dry skin conditions and hand-foot skin reactions. It may be applied as a cream or emollient, often combined with partner ingredients like ceramide NP and lactate for enhanced skin hydration.

[Dermatology Online Journal, 2013](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24314769/)

### Should you use urea in the morning or at night?

Urea is unlikely to cause issues and can be used in your routine whenever needed to help hydrate dry skin. Studies show it is a safe and effective dermatologic therapy.

[Dermatology Online Journal, 2013](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24314769/)

### Can you use urea every day?

Yes, you can use urea every day as a safe and effective treatment to hydrate dry skin and manage conditions like hand-foot skin reactions. It helps improve skin barrier function and may be used regularly with supportive care and partner ingredients like ceramide NP and lactate.

[Dermatology Online Journal, 2013](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24314769/)

### Does urea cause purging or irritation?

Urea is unlikely to cause irritation and is a safe and effective therapy with minimal side effects.

[Dermatology Online Journal, 2013](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24314769/)

### Which skin types is urea best for?

Urea is best for dry skin, dry sensitive skin, and mature skin, where Lovi gives it a Superior fit in products like Hada Labo Gokujun Premium and The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA. It also has a High fit for oily, combination, sensitive, acne-prone, skin with dark spots, and oily acne-prone skin.

[Dermatology Online Journal, 2013](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24314769/)

## Research on urea

- [Urea: a comprehensive review of the clinical literature](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24314769/) Urea · Dermatology Online Journal, 2013

## Brands with urea

- Canadian skincare: [The Ordinary](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/brands/the-ordinary)
- American skincare: [CeraVe](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/brands/cerave)
- American skincare: [Murad](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/brands/murad)
- French skincare: [Mixa](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/brands/mixa)
- American skincare: [Prequel](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/brands/prequel)
- American skincare: [NATURIUM](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/brands/naturium)
- German skincare: [Eucerin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/brands/eucerin)
- French skincare: [La Roche-Posay](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/brands/la-roche-posay)
- Japanese skincare: [Hada Labo](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/brands/hada-labo)
- American skincare: [Malezia](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/brands/malezia)

## About the Lovi Fit

Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes.

Lovi checks every ingredient with brand-independent rules its dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning.

Behind this ingredient guide: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board).

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