A deep-layer partner within HydraMatrix-6 to surface humectants like hyaluronate and anchoring molecules like saccharide isomerate.
Hydration · Established
Hydroxyethyl Urea
INCI: Hydroxyethyl Urea
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A urea-based humectant that delivers deep, NMF-style hydration without the sting raw urea can cause.
What it is
Hydroxyethyl Urea is a derivative of urea, one of the skin's own Natural Moisturising Factors. It hydrates within the outer skin layers the way NMF does, but is gentler and better tolerated than high-strength raw urea, which can sting compromised skin.
How it works
Hydrates where NMF lives
It delivers moisture inside the stratum corneum, replenishing the water-binding compounds that keep surface skin flexible and comfortable.
Softens without irritation
It smooths and softens rough, dry skin with a gentleness that suits sensitive and reactive types.
The evidence
Hydroxyethyl Urea is a well-documented humectant offering urea-like moisturisation with improved tolerability, a considered choice for a barrier-first, sensitive-skin brand.
Worth knowing
Delivers the benefits of urea without the sting, deliberately chosen over raw urea for comfort.
Found in
Evidence tiers reflect the general weight of published cosmetic-science literature on this ingredient, not a claim about any individual SENSCERA product. Cosmetic products support the appearance and condition of skin and hair; they are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Individual results vary.