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Apr 24, 2026 8 min

Ep 389 – The Rogue Pharmacist: Urea

from ASCP Esty Talk Hosted by Associated Skin Care Professionals

Urea is one of the most misunderstood ingredients in skin care. Is it a hydrator, an exfoliant, or both? In this episode of The Rogue Pharmacist, Ben Fuchs talks about how urea functions at different concentrations, why it's critical for barrier health, and how to use it strategically for conditions like dryness, keratosis, and compromised skin. Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) presents The Rogue Pharmacist with Benjamin Knight Fuchs, R.Ph. This podcast takes an enlightening approach to supporting licensed estheticians in their pursuit to achieve results-driven skin care treatments for their clients. You can always count on us to share professional skin care education, innovative techniques, and the latest in skin science. Benjamin Knight Fuchs is a registered pharmacist, nutritionist, and skin care chemist with 35 years of experience developing pharmacy-potent skin health products for estheticians, dermatologists, and plastic surgeons. Ben's expert advice gives licensed estheticians the education and skin science to better support the skin care services performed in the treatment room while sharing insights to enhance clients' at-home skin care routines. Connect with Ben Fuchs: Website: www.brightsideben.com Phone: 844-236-6010 Facebook: www.facebook.com/The-Bright-Side-with-Pharmacist-Ben-Fuchs-101162801334696/ About Our Sponsor: All Truth Treatment Systems products have one thing in common—they work! Our products are made with 100 percent active and functional ingredients that make a difference to your skin. No fillers, preservatives, waxes, emulsifiers, oils, or fragrances. Our ingredients leverage the latest biochemical understandings and use proven strategies gleaned from years of compounding prescription skin health products for the most discerning physicians and patients. Website: www.TruthTreatmentsPro.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/truthtreatments Private Facebook Pro Group: www.facebook.com/groups/truthtreatments Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/truth.treatments

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