How does Calscale work its magic on dry, flaking skin?
Urea is an organic compound that has been utilized in dermatological treatments for over a century. Its potent emollient and keratolytic properties make it an effective standalone therapy for dry and scaly skin conditions.
So, how does Urea work its magic? Urea-based preparations serve as essential emollients in managing dry skin by reducing water loss from the epidermis, resulting in softer and more supple skin.
Here are some specific actions of Urea:
– Hydrating effects: Urea is highly hygroscopic, drawing and retaining moisture within skin cells.
– Keratolytic effects: It softens the outer layer of the skin, facilitating the easy removal of dead skin.
– Regenerative skin protection: Urea provides direct protection against drying influences and enhances the skin’s barrier function when used regularly.
– Irritation soothing effects: Its anti-pruritic properties offer local anaesthetic effects to soothe irritation.
– Penetration assisting effects: Urea enhances the absorption of other substances, such as corticosteroids, by increasing skin hydration.
Lactic Acid, a natural moisturising factor and the sodium salt of lactic acid, is another key ingredient.
It acts as an excellent humectant, binding water while maintaining the skin’s acid mantle.
By keeping the skin’s pH below five, it helps limit microbial growth and combat UV damage.
Additionally, as a keratolytic, it aids in removing dead skin, improving the skin’s appearance and overall health by exfoliating and revealing a more radiant complexion.
Calscale active ingredients of Urea and Lactic Acid that works wonders on dry, cracked, scaly, and flaky skin conditions caused by the elements, vigorous exercise, or the ageing process.
Try it yourself, it works and it’s simple.
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