Like every industry, skincare has a few big-name players. A-listers like retinol and hyaluronic acid monopolize attention and media coverage. But what about the unsung heroes – like reliable, ...

The name may be funny, but urea's ability to fight skin issues like KP, seborrheic dermatitis, and calluses is no joke Moisturizers with urea can work wonders on rough-and-bumpy arms. By Angela ...

This story first appeared on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, in The Strategist Beauty Brief, a weekly newsletter in which our beauty writers share their must-tries, can-skips, and can’t-live-withouts.

“Can I replace some of my nitrogen in corn this spring with urea?” The farmer on the phone asks Ken Ferrie. “The short answer is yes – especially on wheat acres going to corn,” says Ferrie, Farm ...