Urea
Keratin-softening humectant
1. INCI & CAS
INCI: Urea · CAS: 57-13-6
2. Role in the formula
Urea is listed as a humectant in this development reference. The recorded formula also lists Panthenol and Lactic Acid. Review moisture feel and tack in the complete formula.
3. Typical use levels (formulation guide)
- The reference component allocation is 10% w/w.
Dissolve in water. Urea can drift pH; set the finished pH after addition.
4. Regulatory sources & global compliance
- This listing is guidance for formula development; it does not constitute approval of the supplied grade or final cosmetic; It does not establish approval for the finished cosmetic.
5. Safety & risk assessment
Treat the listed amount as cosmetic-development guidance; the listed level does not itself confer drug or OTC status and the final formula should undergo patch and stability assessment.
6. Stability & packaging
Maintain cool, closed, light-protected storage for the bulk material; where oxidation is a concern, evaluate airless or pump packaging; confirm final stability and pack compatibility on a representative batch.
7. Claims language (Do / Don’t)
- The cosmetic formulation concept for Urea centers on urea softening.
- This cosmetic guide cannot substantiate drug-treatment outcomes, clinical cures, or certifications not documented for the SKU.
- This guide to Urea does not demonstrate whitening effects, acne treatment, antiperspirant performance, sunscreen protection, or hair growth.










































