Thanks to its high moisturizing ability oatmeal (Avena Sativa Kernel Flour) is a well-known ingredient widely used in cosmetics and dermatology. It forms a film that retains water in the stratum corneum.
Avena Sativa kernel flour contains beta-glucans that promote a moisturizing action superior to other grains and can reduce wrinkles and fine expression lines. It is a highly versatile ingredient used in various formulations for different purposes, on all skin types, and for all ages.
Thanks to its natural origin and beneficial properties, Avena Sativa kernel flour is used in personal care products for children and babies, and can even be added to newborn baths. It contains important nutrients and and biologically active compounds for the skin such as avenic acids A and B, pantothenic acid, salicylic acid, vitamins B1 and B2, and amino acids.
In addition, Avena Sativa kernel flour has different types of polyphenols and exhibits antioxidant, calming, and anti-inflammatory properties. This active ingredient reduces post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, thus it is also used in formulations against acne.