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    • Dermatology and skin physiology.
    • Biochemistry of the epidermis.
    • Topical therapeutic agents.

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    • Urea is a vital hygroscopic component of the epidermis, crucial for maintaining skin hydration as part of the natural moisturizing factor (NMF).
    • Xerotic skin, often NMF-deficient, is common in dermatoses like atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, and ichthyosis vulgaris.
    • Pathologically dry skin exhibits reduced hygroscopic potential, leading to increased transepidermal water loss (TEWL), hyperproliferation, and impaired desquamation.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review the multifaceted roles of urea in skin hydration, barrier repair, and dermatological conditions.
    • To highlight the therapeutic versatility of urea in topical formulations for various skin pathologies.
    • To underscore urea's expanding role in regulating epidermal genes essential for skin barrier function.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review of urea's properties and applications in dermatology.
    • Analysis of urea's concentration-dependent effects in topical formulations.
    • Examination of urea's impact on skin hydration, hyperkeratosis, nail debridement, and drug penetration.

    Main Results:

    • Urea formulations have been used for over a century to restore skin hydration, reduce hyperkeratosis, and aid nail and topical drug treatments.
    • Recent research indicates urea's role in regulating epidermal genes critical for skin barrier integrity.
    • Urea's effects are concentration-dependent, offering a range of therapeutic benefits.

    Conclusions:

    • Urea is a versatile therapeutic agent with a broad range of mechanisms for managing dry skin conditions.
    • Its ability to hydrate, exfoliate, and regulate gene expression makes it invaluable for clinicians and beneficial for patients.
    • Urea's established efficacy and expanding therapeutic applications solidify its importance in dermatological treatment strategies.