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The importance of choosing a urea-based foot cream for healthier feet

Our feet work hard every day, yet they’re often the most neglected part of our body. Dry, cracked heels and rough skin aren’t just unsightly—they can be uncomfortable and even lead to more serious problems, like infections and foot ulcers, if ignored.

Thankfully, urea-based foot creams offer a simple and effective way to keep feet soft, smooth, and healthy. Whether you're dealing with everyday dryness or managing conditions like diabetes, adding a urea-based cream to your routine can make a world of difference.

What is Urea and Why Does Your Skin Need It?

Urea might sound scientific, but it’s actually a natural component of our skin. It helps to keep skin moisturised and healthy by attracting water and breaking down rough, dead skin. This makes it a powerhouse ingredient in foot creams.

Urea doesn’t just sit on the surface—it works deep down to soften hard skin and lock in moisture where it’s needed most.

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  1. Zoes Place

    Algeos' Charity of 2024 - Zoe's Place

    Algeos’ Charity of the Year for 2024 is Zoe’s Place - we have already held several charity events and have a full calendar ready for the rest of the year. Zoe’s Place Baby Hospice is the only baby-specific hospice in the UK.

  2. Hot and Cold Packs

    Physioworx Combined Hot and Cold Packs

    In the realm of self-care and first-aid essentials, few products offer the versatility and effectiveness of the combined hot and cold pack. Engineered to provide targeted relief for a myriad of ailments, these innovative packs serve as indispensable assets in every household, gym bag, and medical kit.

  3. 3D printer 2024

    3D Printer to be Officially Unveiled at Conference

    Algeos has been announced as a UK exclusive distributor of the Voxelcare VXC3DP Filament Cube printing unit, which enables clinicians to print foot orthotics and other materials in house in half the time, reducing waste and manufacturing time so better for the planet - and reduce NHS waiting lists in the process. 

  4. Algeos celebrates success at The North West Family Business Awards

    Algeos Wins at The North West Family Business Awards

    We are really pleased to announce that Algeos have won the NW Family Business Award for Wholesaler/Distributor of the Year. We believe this award is testament to the great work that our employees do every day to supply and support our customers, clinicians and patients.

  5. Max Sheridan New Managing Director

    Algeos Announces New Managing Director

    Algeos would like to announce that Jackie Fisher, our CEO for the past five years, is leaving the company but welcomes our new Managing Director Max Sheridan.

    Whilst we wish Jackie a great future, we also congratulate Max Sheridan who has been promoted from Commercial Director to Managing Director, effective from 1st January 2022.

  6. Sterillair Pro

    Algeos Launches Revolutionary Air Sterilisation

    Sterilair PRO is an innovative, portable system which can be used in a wide range of settings including schools, clinics, gyms, offices, beauty salons and hospitality businesses, to name just a few.

  7. Algeos Leadership Team

    Algeos Strengthens Leadership Team

    Liverpool-based family-run business Algeos has strengthened its leadership team planning for the future, with new managing director Max Sheridan heading up the business, alongside product director Marc Cameron, operations manager Neil Smith and financial controller Jennifer Jackson.

  8. Products now available with PPL

    Products Available Through PPL Biomechanics in ROI

    Now, the products have been announced with many imminently available for delivery all across the ROI, and others available in just a matter of weeks.

    Products in the Slimflex, Interpod, Diaped and Peapod ranges are all available to order now, with Foam Boxes (Shallow and Deep) and Feet in Motion also in stock. A broader selection of Consumables, Materials, Adhesives and other products from these brands also available in just a couple of weeks.

  9. Neil Smith

    Neil Smith Joins Algeos to Head-up Operations

    Neil Smith joins Algeos with more than 30 years’ experience in Supply Chain and Operational Management.Possessing vast experience of working on Business Transformation and Projects in Warehousing, FMCG Logistics and Supply Chain, Neil’s qualifications include IOSH, NEBOSH, Prince2, Six Sigma and CPC.
  10. Award winning chiropractor treats pandemic injuries with GDT Combination Therapy

    Chiropractor Treats Pandemic Injuries

    An award-winning chiropractor from South Wales has seen an increase in injuries in people who took up running during the pandemic.

  11. Electro Medical Systems’ DolorClast

    Algeos Launches DolorClast High Power Laser

    At Algeos, we are really pleased to be the exclusive distributor of the DolorClast® High Power Laser, produced by Electro Medical Systems (EMS), in the UK and Ireland.
  12. Premier Sports Network announce partnership with Electro Medical Systems

    Premier Sports Network Partnership with EMS

    Premier Sports Network have announced a deal with precision medical device manufacturer, Electro Medical Systems (E.M.S.) and Algeos are excited to be supporting the partnership as part of our exclusive distribution agreement with EMS in the UK and Ireland.

  13. COVID-19

    COVID-19 Customer Update

    As we once again find ourselves entering a national lockdown, I wanted to reassure you that as an essential service we will remain fully open and here to support you and your patients. We all agree that our NHS heroes continue to do an incredible job at this very difficult time.

  14. Feet

    Algeos pledges support for National Feet Week

    It's National Feet Week this week! National Feet Week asks everyone to prioritise foot health. From 8th – 14th March 2021, this important event aims to show how small problems with your feet could lead to bigger issues, and highlights the importance of getting your feet checked out by a podiatrist, just as you would your teeth by a dentist.

  15. Jackie Fisher CEO Export

    Our CEO pledges her support #ChooseToChallenge this International Women's Day

    This International Women’s Day, Jackie is pledging her support for ‘Choose to Challenge’ as she is passionate about challenging gender stereotypes.

  16. Jamie George

    England Rugby star treated with pioneering Swiss combination therapy.

    One of England’s top rugby players has cured his chronic heel pain with a pioneering new combination therapy from Switzerland. Jamie George, who plays hooker for Saracens, England and The British & Irish Lions, suffered from chronic plantar fasciitis for two years.

  17. Vickers Laboratories

    Algeos and Vickers Laboratories join Forces

    These continue to be challenging times and Algeos are proud to be teaming up with Vickers Laboratories, bringing British products to market which help our customers return to work.

  18. Manchester Airport Campaign

    Manchester Airport Campaign

    Manchester Airport has launched a campaign which showcases the north’s most-loved attractions, high-flying businesses and world-famous institutions.

     

     

  19. IIP Silver Accreditation

    IIP Silver Accreditation

    This latest accreditation, running until 2020, is a tribute to the collective effort of the Algeos team. Investors in People is the UK’s leading accreditation for business improvement through good people management. Internationally recognised, the standard defines what it takes to lead, support and manage people well for sustainable results.

     

  20. Max and Vince

    Algeos Supporting Customers in Riyadh

    Vince Zevallos Herencia - Head of Education, Research and Development at Algeos visited Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to support one of our distributors. The objective of his visit was to educate, support and update our end user customers on our products and best clinical practice associated to Diabetic Foot prevention and Paediatric orthotics.

  21. Voxelcare logo

    Voxelcare Partner with Algeos

    Voxelcare, a well-known and much respected software and hardware engineering company, announce a new partnership with Algeos, one of the UK’s largest distributors in the orthopaedic, orthotic and prosthetic markets.

  22. Charlotte Hawkins Charity

    First patient visits Pemba Island workshop in Zanzibar

    The Zanibar Appeal is extremely proud to announce that the new O&P unit at Chake Chake Hospital on Pemba Island is open. The much needed clinic, which will be treating both adults and children, was made possible by the support of our customers generosity.

  23. Michelle Howell and Jackie Fisher

    Algeos have renewed their two ISO Quality Standards

    Algeos have also been reassessed for ISO 13485:2016 certified, the International Quality Management Systems for Medical Devices. Holding both ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 13485:2016, demonstrates we have processes in place which ensures consistent and good quality products and services.”

  24. Liverpool Giants

    Walking in Giant Footsteps, Literally

    Algeos are very excited that our very own Viki Boult, Marcomms Manager, is part of the Giant Spectacular team who will accompany the Little Boy Giant alongside canine companion Xolo on their journey.

  25. Sylvia and Ben

    Enhancing our Customer Experience

    Algeos, a Medical Device Distributor is proud to announce and welcome Sylvia Huelbes and Ben Greenwood, who will provide Technical Product Expertise to support their large customer base and suppliers.

     

  26. OptoGait

    Getting the most from OptoGait

    The team at Algeos were receving feedback from OptoGait users that they were experiencing difficulty in using the system and not utilising it's full potential.

  27. Dr Charlotte Hawkins

    Dr Charlotte Hawkins Transforming Lives of Disabled in Zanzibar

    Liverpool based Algeos, is a leading supplier in orthotics and prosthetics, has been a supporter of the Infant Club Foot Appeal for over four years.

  28. Infant Club Foot Appeal

    Algeos supports Infant Club Foot Appeal

    The Infant Club Foot Appeal is an appeal for donations to the Infant Club Foot Appeal. Dr Charlotte Hawkins, a specialist in paediatric congenital birth defect based in Harley Street, London, was asked to visit the Island of Zanzibar in October 2010 with a view to tackling their increasing problem of CTEV (congenital talipes equino varus) / Club Foot.

  29. SLIMFLEX

    Algeos Improves Slimflex Orthotic Range

    We are excited to be able to provide you with a preview of the new Slimflex re-brand. Over recent months, we have been working hard to update the range, adding new products, improving the aesthetics of existing products and giving the brand a new, vibrant and up-to-date look.

  30. Sam Quek

    Gold Medallist Sam Quek to Symposium at CoP

    Sam was excellent and gave an inspirational, moving talk to all delegates that attended the Algeos lunchtime Symposium. Sam also brought along the gold medal she won at the Rio Olympics and was happy to take selfies with delegates.

  31. Algeos new catalogue

    Algeos launches NEW 2017/18 Product Catalogue

    Here is the NEW Algeos Product Catalogue!

  32. RM - Restorative Medical

    Algeos Distributor of Restorative Medical

    Algeos are proud to be Restorative Medical's exclusive distributor in the UK and Ireland.  This particular range is unique because instead of trying to lock a patient into a position or hold them in a particular plane, RM products encourage movement and are extremely effective.

  33. Silipos

    Silipos Announces Distribution Partnership with Algeos

    Algeos will stock the full range of Silipos products which includes orthopaedic gels as well as the new Silipos Active Line recently launched in March 2017. Silipos' gels are soft and stretch with the foot, absorbing force, pressure, and vibration.

  34. Sales Team 2017

    Algeos Expands Sales Team

    Algeos had a busy start to the year recruiting additional talent to expand their sales team. After several weeks of an intensive induction programme, they've hit the road covering all corners of the UK and they’re already experiencing success.

  35. Jackie Fisher

    Algeos Forecasts Strong Growth in 2016

    Medical products specialist Algeos says the company is set for further growth next year after a successful 2016. The business achieved a turnover of £11.2million and profit before tax of £400,000 during the last 12 months. Algeos, which has its head office in Liverpool, is predicting turnover will grow to at least £11.8million during 2017.

  36. UKEF helps Algeos grow its footprint in the Middle East

    UKEF Helps Algeos Grow Footprint in Middle East

    Algeos began exporting when it identified an opportunity as countries in the Middle East experienced a spike in diabetes. The company produces specialist footwear to prevent lower limb loss caused by diabetes. In 2010, Algeos opened an office in Dubai to supply its life-changing products to the region’s diabetes sufferers.

  37. Jackie Fisher

    Algeos to Donate 25k to UK Podiatry Colleges

    Podiatry colleges across the UK are to be given Slimflex insoles and orthotic components to a value of £2,000 per school for each academic year, starting with the 2017 academic year. 

  38. Jackie Fisher, Max Sheridan, Marc Cameron

    Algeos Appoints New CEO - Jackie Fisher

    A Algeo Ltd (Algeos), the UK-based global medical technology company and leading NHS supplier, announces the appointment of a new CEO, Jackie Fisher, who for the past 12 months has been the company's financial director. 

  39. Algeos logo

    Direct Supply from Algeos UK

    Algeos is pleased to announce that from Tuesday 1st November 2016, we will be supplying our product ranges into Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland directly from our Head Office in Liverpool, UK.

  40. RUCK

    Algeos Unveils RUCK Podiatry Range

    Algeos unveils RUCK podiatry product range at CoP Conference, Global medical products distributor Algeos has launched a range of innovative products at the College of Podiatry Annual Conference that will transform the way podiatrists work.

  41. RUCK

    Algeos to Distribute RUCK Products in UK

    Global medical products distributor Algeos has signed a deal to be the exclusive distribution partner in the UK for RUCK. Algeos is launching the partnership by making the revolutionary RUCK MOBILSYSTEM available to podiatrists in the UK. A range of other innovative, industry-leading products will be rolled out over the coming months.

  42. Algeos Logo

    Algeos and CoP Agree Conference Sponsorship

    Leading medical products distribution company Algeos has signed the biggest ever commercial sponsorship deal with the College of Podiatry Annual Conference. Algeos has agreed to be the Principal Sponsor for the Conference for the next three years.

     

  43. Pressure Ulcers

    Diabetic Foot Ulcer Prevention Debate

    The CEO of a leading medical technology company has called for greater emphasis to be placed on the prevention of diabetic foot ulcers rather than wound care. The 7th International Symposium on the Diabetic Foot – held once every four years – brought together more than 1,500 delegates from over 100 countries.

  44. Kelly and Hugh

    Olympic medallist opens Algeos Innovation Suite

    Olympic star Kelly Sotherton has opened a state-of-the-art medical technology centre. Former heptathlete Sotherton, who won a Bronze medal at the 2004 Olympic Games, launched the £50,000 Algeos Innovation Suite at Birmingham Metropolitan College’s Matthew Boulton Campus.

  45. Algeos logo

    Algeos to provide NHS physios with free CPD-accredited training

    Physiotherapists working in the NHS are being offered free CPD-accredited training by a global medical products company. The education team at Algeos are able to provide courses covering areas such as acupuncture, biomechanics and Kinesiology taping. They can also educate physios in sports taping and strapping, chairside insole adaption, ultrasound, mobilisation and rehabilitation and gait analysis.

  46. Ice traction shoe

    Algeos helps UKs workforce get a grip for winter

    A growing number of organisations are ensuring their workforces are properly equipped for winter. NHS Trusts, utility companies, police forces and transport operators are among those to have stockpiled specialist shoe traction devices in readiness for icy weather. 

  47. Infant Club Foot Appeal

    SOS Zanzibar

    Algeos and Infant Club Foot Appeal to the rescue. Algeos with the help of leading industry partners sourced thousands of pounds worth of Podiatry, Orthotics and Prosthetics products and equipment. Algeos’ collaboration with the Infant Club Foot Appeal charity started few months back, when ICA approached Algeos and sought their expertise in helping to equip a brand new Prosthetics and Orthotics workshop for its clinic in Zanzibar. 

  48. DIAPED

    Algeos launches Diabetic foot care clinics in India

    Algeos India CEO, Bhushan Hemade said the company plans to launch 100 clinics across the country in the next two years with each clinic calling for investment of Rs 30 lakh excluding real estate cost. The company has lunched clinics at seven locations in Mumbai.

  49. Algeos win Exporter of the Year at Business Awards

    Algeos win Exporter of the Year at Business Awards

    Algeos have been awarded Exporter of the Year 2012 at The Liverpool Post’s Regional Business Awards. Algeos received this prestigious award in front of an audience of 500 guests at a Liverpool Anglican Cathedral.

  50. Podotech Pressure Platform

    Algeos Launches New Foot Pressure Platform

    The Podotech Elftman utilises state of the art pressure mat technology and electronic sensors to provide extensive analysis options and the static, dynamic and postural modes enable patients to be scanned whilst standing, walking or running.

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