DESCRIPTION

INCI: Hydroxylethyl Urea

Usage Rate: 1% - 20%

Soluble in water.

Appearance: Clear Liquid

Suggested pH Range of final formulations: 5 - 8

Add to the water phase of an emulsion (Hot or Cold)

Hydroxyethyl urea is a low-molecular-weight, highly

* Water-soluble, hygroscopic solid that functions as a Mosturizer and humectant in cosmetics and personal

care products. It is a derivative of urea, singly substituted with 2-ethanol.

Urea is both a humectant and moisturizer that promotes rehydration of the skin and helps to replenish natural urea content of the skin lost with cleansing. While the mechanism of action remains unclear, Urea, applied topically, acts as an anti-inflammatory agent on dermatologically compromised skin.

• Moisturization
• Replenish natural skin urea lost to cleansing
• Exfoliation
  

  Use In

  • Creams and lotions for dry skin
  • Sun and after-sun lotions
  • Shampoos and body washes
  • Body scrubs
  • Cracked heal and elbow moisturizers

  Formulation tip: Some formulations may require the

  use of a stabilization system, to prevent the formulation  from drifting to higher pH during stability

  testing. Hydroxyethyl urea needs a buffer to help maintain pH and reduce having some degradation change to ammonia

  an example of a buffer is Lactic acid

  Disclaimer: Always perform a patch test before using new skincare products. Consult a healthcare professional if you have sensitive skin or medical conditions.

  These products do not prevent, treat or cure any illness or disease

  STORAGE: Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight