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Urea is widely recognised as the gold standard in treating dry skin, and for excellent reason. Produced naturally by the body, urea is hygroscopic, meaning it binds moisture into the outermost layer of the skin, providing deep hydration where it is needed most. It is also keratolytic, gently improving the natural exfoliation process by breaking down and loosening dead, flaky skin cells that contribute to a rough, uneven texture. This dual action—hydrating and smoothing—helps relieve the itching and roughness that characterise chronically dry skin. Because urea is a substance the body produces naturally, it is exceptionally well tolerated, even by dry, sensitive skin types that react poorly to harsher cleansing agents. Unlike medicated or heavily fragranced shower gels that can exacerbate irritation, this formula works in harmony with the skin's own biology.
The gentle cleansing base has been carefully selected to preserve the skin's natural barrier rather than disrupt it. Many standard shower gels rely on aggressive surfactants that strip away protective lipids, leaving the skin vulnerable to moisture loss and external irritants. Eucerin UreaRepair Gentle Shower Gel uses a milder cleansing system that removes dirt and impurities effectively while respecting the skin's delicate acid mantle. The result is a shower experience that leaves skin feeling thoroughly clean but never tight, stripped, or uncomfortable. The formula is completely fragrance-free, eliminating a common source of irritation for those with sensitive or reactive skin. It is suitable for daily use, making it an ideal foundation for a dry skin care routine.
Apply to wet skin during showering or bathing, gently massaging over the body before rinsing thoroughly. For best results, follow with a moisturiser from the Eucerin UreaRepair Plus range, such as the 10% Urea Lotion or 5% Urea Hand Cream, to lock in hydration and extend the benefits. With Eucerin UreaRepair 5% Urea Gentle Shower Gel, the daily shower transforms from a trigger for dryness into an opportunity to cleanse, exfoliate, and hydrate—all in one gentle, fragrance-free step. Dry, itchy skin can finally feel clean without paying the price of tightness and irritation.
How to Use:
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1. Apply a small amount of Eucerin Replenishing Body Wash 5% Urea to your hands.
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2. Massage gently into a lather on your face, body, hands and feet.
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3. Rinse thoroughly.
Ingredients:
Aqua, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Urea, Lauryl Glucoside, Sodium Lactate, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Sodium Chloride, Maltodextrin, Glycerin, Panthenol or Dexpanthenol, Niacinamide, Alanine, Arginine HCL, Carnitine, Citric Acid, Glycine, Hydrogenated Coconut Acid, Lactic Acid, Pantolactone, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium PCA, Sodium Benzoate.



















