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Glossary Urea

waste product from protein metabolism, excreted in urine

Urea is a waste product formed in the liver through the breakdown of proteins and is excreted in urine. It is also used in various dermatological treatments for its moisturizing properties, helping to treat conditions like dry skin and eczema by promoting hydration and softening the skin.

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research Biorevitalizing effect of a novel facial serum containing apple stem cell extract, pro‐collagen lipopeptide, creatine, and urea on skin aging signs

36 citations , October 2015 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology”

In this study, a new apple stem cell extract serum significantly improved signs of skin aging and enhanced cell metabolism in human senescent fibroblasts, showing visible effects after one week of use.

research Electrophoretic variability in human head hair: Polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis of hair proteins in the presence of sodium dodecyl sulfate and urea

15 citations , January 1987 in “Electrophoresis”

This study found that electrophoretic keratin typing of head hair can identify specific polypeptide patterns, suggesting potential applications in genetic and forensic investigations.

research Pathogenicity ofUreaplasma urealyticumandUreaplasma parvumin the lower genital tract of female BALB/c mice

12 citations , December 2011 in “Canadian Journal of Microbiology”

In this study, all five serotypes of Ureaplasma were found to be pathogenic in a mouse model of lower genital tract infection, with serotype 4 showing the greatest pathogenicity.

research Dual inhibitors of urease and carbonic anhydrase-II from Iris species

8 citations , July 2019 in “Pure and Applied Chemistry”

This study identified natural compounds from Iris plants that showed potential as inhibitors of urease and carbonic anhydrase-II enzymes, suggesting their possible use in treating related disorders.

research Influence of urea on the coloring ability of a low‐temperature coloring method of keratin fibers using polyethyleneimine

5 citations , January 2004 in “Journal of applied polymer science”

This study found that adding urea to a polyethyleneimine solution improved the coloring ability and color fastness of low-temperature hair dyeing with acid dye by enhancing dye penetration into the hair.

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community I always hear the advice to reduce scalp inflammation. What are some non-steroidal ways to reduce inflammation?

in Treatment 13 upvotes 1 year ago

Non-steroidal ways to reduce scalp inflammation include using topical melatonin, urea shampoo, Zyrtec, turmeric with black pepper, omega-3 supplements, a self-made topical solution with cetirizine, melatonin, and piroctone olamine, ketoconazole shampoo, witch hazel shampoo, tacrolimus, and lifestyle changes like a healthy diet and regular exercise. Some users also mentioned unconventional methods like infrared light therapy and a carnivore diet.

community Any way to reverse scalp atrophy?

1 upvotes 6 years ago

The conversation is about improving scalp appearance by regaining adipose tissue and making the skin look better using scalp massages and a moisturizer with hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and urea. The user is not trying to regrow hair but wants to improve the scalp's thickness and appearance.

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