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Hydroxyethyl Urea
Hydroxyethyl UreaHydrator
A urea-derived humectant that holds water at the skin surface with a non-sticky feel.
What it does
Hydroxyethyl urea is a humectant related to urea. It attracts and holds water at the skin surface to support hydration, with a light, non-tacky feel, and is usually supplied as a water solution. It is a hydration ingredient rather than a skin active.
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