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Let me introduce you to a little-known amazing oil: oat oil. We have been playing around with this oil for some time and we love it!! This rich, golden oil is packed with skin-loving benefits that go beyond simple hydration. It’s gentle, soothing and perfect for the whole family. Whether you’re dealing with dry, irritated skin or just want natural healthy skin, this oil deserves a spot in your skincare routine.
What Exactly Is Oat Oil?
Extracted from oat kernel and unlike oat milk or oat flour is full of powerful lipids that help support the skin’s natural barrier. It has a silky texture that absorbs beautifully making it an excellent choice for face and body care. But what really makes it special? It’s incredibly gentle making it suitable for even the most sensitive skin types and those with eczema-prone skin.
Why Your Skin Will Love this Amazing Oil
This beautifully colored oil is packed with goodness and once you start using it, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without it. Here’s why it’s a must-have:
1. Deeply Moisturizing Without Feeling Greasy
Some oils sit on top of the skin, making it feel heavy or greasy. Not oat oil! It sinks in beautifully, leaving your skin soft, hydrated and never oily. It helps lock in moisture making it a fantastic choice for dry or dehydrated skin.
2. Soothes Irritation & Redness
If your skin gets irritated easily this oil is like a calming hug. It’s full of compounds called avenanthramides, which have natural anti-inflammatory properties. This makes it great for calming redness, itchiness and discomfort from conditions like eczema, psoriasis, or rosacea.
3. Strengthens the Skin Barrier
A healthy skin barrier is key to keeping moisture in and irritants out. Oat oil is rich in ceramides, which help support and strengthen this barrier. When your skin barrier is strong, your skin stays hydrated, balanced and less prone to sensitivity.
4. Protects Against Aging & Environmental Damage
Loaded with antioxidants like vitamin E, which help fight free radicals that contribute to premature aging. This means fewer fine lines, better elasticity and an overall healthier-looking complexion. It’s like a little shield protecting your skin from everyday stressors.
5. Perfect for the Whole Family
Many skincare products are packed with chemicals that aren’t ideal for kids or those with sensitive skin. Oat oil is gentle making it a great choice for families who want a natural, safe way to care for their skin.
6. Natural Antibacterial and Antifungal properties
This amazing oil can help relieve itching caused by fungal infections. It is also known to help reduce inflammation and calm itching and may help inhibit fungal growth, which can be helpful for acne.
Who Should Use Oat Oil?
Honestly? Almost everyone! But it’s especially wonderful for:
· Dry or dehydrated skin: Locks in moisture without clogging pores. It helps to reduce water loss from the skin surface layer helping to improve the skin's moisture barrier and overall texture. This oil's natural squalene helps improve moisture retention and promote a smooth, supple texture.
· Sensitive skin: Oat oil can help sensitive skin by soothing irritation, reducing inflammation, and restoring the skin barrier and is rich in fatty acids, antioxidants and other skin-identical lipids.
· Aging skin: Fights free radicals and helps maintain elasticity.
· Families: Safe and soothing for all ages.
· Anyone who loves simple, effective skincare.
How to Add Oat Oil to Your Routine
So incredibly versatile. You can use it as a:
· Face oil: Apply a few drops to damp skin for deep hydration.
· Body oil: Use after a shower for soft, smooth skin.
· Scalp treatment: Massage into a dry or itchy scalp for relief.
· Hand and cuticle oil: Perfect for dry hands and brittle nails.
Why Oat Oil Stands Out from Other Oils
There are a lot of great plant oils out there—so what makes this oil so special? While oils like coconut and olive are well-known for their moisturizing properties, oat oil goes a step further by being ultra-soothing and barrier-repairing. Unlike heavier oils, it absorbs quickly and doesn’t clog pores making it an excellent choice for all skin types.
The Feel-Good Factor of Oat Oil
Beyond its skincare benefits, it is often sustainably sourced and eco-friendly making it a great choice for those who care about both their skin and the planet. It’s a gentle, powerful oil that supports skin health in the most natural way possible.
Herbal Skin Relief Balm: A Soothing Solution
For those looking for a deeply nourishing solution for sensitive or irritated skin, our Herbal Skin Relief Balm is the perfect choice. Made with a blend of calming herbs like chickweed, licorice root, St. John’s Wort, calendula, nettle and comfrey, this balm is formulated with skin-loving oat oil to provide deep hydration and relief. Whether you’re dealing with eczema, psoriasis or simply need a gentle moisturizer for dry skin, this herbal-infused balm works to soothe and protect while supporting skin’s natural healing process.
Personal Note: I was the very first tester of our Herbal Skin Relief Balm and I can personally say it has made a world of difference. Dealing with psoriasis for years (and of course trying a multitude of different balms!!!), I was amazed at how quickly my skin felt soothed and under control. The real game-changer? Oat oil. This powerhouse ingredient deeply nourishes and calms irritated skin and I truly believe it’s the reason this balm is working so well for me.
Final Thoughts
Oat oil is one of those quiet, under-the-radar skincare ingredients that truly delivers. It’s soothing, protective and perfect for the whole family. If you’re looking for a gentle, effective way to care for your skin, oat oil might just become your new favorite.
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