My father, who is now 72 years old, has been suffering from psoriasis for years. His skin is often dry, flaky and can be quite sensitive. After trying many different products, we ended up with the Urea 10% cream from Etos. This cream offers him real relief, and the effect is visible soon after use. The flaky spots on his skin become considerably softer, and he suffers less from the plaques and tight skin.
Why Urea 10% Cream Works So Well for Older Skin
Older skin needs more care from nature, especially with conditions such as psoriasis. As the skin ages, it becomes thinner, which makes it easier to lose moisture. This makes it extra important to use a good moisturizing cream. The Urea 10% cream from Etos is perfect for my father, because the urea helps to break down dead skin cells and hydrate the skin. This ensures that the flakes decrease and that the skin becomes supple
He notices that the cream is quickly absorbed and gives a pleasant feeling, without feeling greasy. This is important to him, because he uses the cream several times a day, especially on the areas where he suffers most from psoriasis, such as his elbows, hands and knees.
Why Urea 10% Cream Is Ideal for the Colder Fall
When autumn arrives and temperatures drop, the skin needs extra protection. The combination of cold, wind and dry air from heating causes the skin to dry out faster. The Urea 10% cream is a real godsend during this period, because it keeps the skin hydrated for a long time and maintains the moisture balance.
There is NO filter on the photos. This is my own hand before and after applying the cream. My father prefers not to show photos of his skin, which is also very understandable.
How Exactly Does Urea Work?
Urea is one of the natural substances in our skin that helps to retain moisture and strengthen the skin barrier. It plays a crucial role in hydrating the skin and is often added to skin care products, especially those aimed at treating extremely dry and flaky skin, such as psoriasis. What makes urea special is that it works as both a humectant and a keratolytic. This means that on the one hand it attracts and holds moisture in the skin, on the other hand it helps to break down dead skin cells. This makes the skin smoother and more even, while flakes and imperfections are reduced.
At a concentration of 10%, urea works great for daily hydration of dry and flaky skin. However, when the skin is very damaged or calloused, such as in the case of cracked heels or extremely dry areas, a higher concentration of urea may be necessary.
Louis Widmer: A History of Skin Care
In our DA Drugstore we always proudly sold the products of Louis Widmer , a Swiss brand known for its high-quality dermatological skin care products. The brand was founded in 1960 by Louis-Edouard Widmer and his son Louis-Max Widmer, with a strong focus on medical skin care that is dermatologically tested. What makes Louis Widmer so special is that they develop products that are suitable for both sensitive skin and more specific skin problems such as psoriasis, eczema, pimples, rosacea and other dermatological conditions.
Louis Widmer products are often fragrance-free or lightly perfumed, so that people with sensitive skin can tolerate them well. Their extensive line of skin care products is a great value in many drugstores and pharmacies, because of their quality and proven effectiveness.
Louis Widmer Carbamid Cream: Urea in 18% concentration
For severe cases, such as cracked heels or extremely dry and calloused skin, Louis Widmer also sells a cream with a higher concentration of urea, namely the Carbamid Cream with 18% urea . This cream is particularly effective for areas where a lower concentration of urea, such as 10%, is not sufficient. The 18% urea in the Carbamid Cream works more intensively keratolytically, which means that it breaks down dead skin cells even faster and deeply hydrates the skin. This makes the product ideal for areas such as heels, elbows, and knees, where the skin can often be extra thick and dry.
What I always appreciated about the Louis Widmer products in our drugstore is that they are not only focused on beauty, but also on skin health. The combination of a high urea concentration and the mild formulas makes them suitable for many different skin types and problems. Also, it was not a hyped product, but the products are really made to help people.
Although the Urea 10% cream is incredibly effective in moisturizing and softening the skin, it does not contain SPF (sun protection factor). Especially if you have sensitive, dry skin, like my father, it is important to keep this in mind. Also in the fall and winter it is wise to protect your skin from UV radiation, especially if you are outside for a while.
A good tip is to use a separate sunscreen with SPF after applying the Urea 10% cream, so that the skin remains both hydrated and protected
Conclusion: An Effective and Affordable Solution for Psoriasis and Dry Skin
My father is very happy with the Urea 10% cream from Etos. It helps him to prevent the flakes and dryness by keeping his psoriasis under control, and his skin feels visibly smoother. The price-quality ratio of this cream is also very good, which makes it a solution for anyone who has to deal with dry skin.
For people with psoriasis, but also for anyone who suffers from dry skin in the fall, I highly recommend this cream. Just make sure to use a sunscreen with SPF during the winter months for extra protection.