✅ Generally Safe
Is Urea safe for perioral dermatitis?
Also known as: carbamide
Verdict: Generally Safe
At low concentrations (≤5%) urea is a gentle humectant and keratolytic that helps with dry, flaky PD skin. Well-tolerated.
Where it appears
Urea is generally considered safe for perioral dermatitis-prone skin and can be used as part of a gentle, PD-safe routine.
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