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Avena Sativa Kernel Flour

Colloidal Oatmeal

This letter is an internal editorial classification of the ingredient, not a clinical evidence rating. It does not certify safety, suitability for your skin or the SPF of a finished product.

soothing

Finely ground oats with FDA-approved skin protectant status. Clinically proven to relieve itching, inflammation, and dryness. A cornerstone of eczema treatment.

Benefits

FDA-approved skin protectant, relieves itching, anti-inflammatory, moisturising

Risks & concerns

Rare oat allergy. Otherwise extremely safe.

Best for

Dry skinSensitive skinNormal skin

Targets these concerns

Technical details

INCI name
Avena Sativa Kernel Flour
CAS Number
131470-90-5
Category
soothing
Comedogenic rating
0/5
Also known as
avena sativa, oat extract