They’re full of vitamin E, B vitamins and loads of minerals like magnesium. They also contain avenanthramides, a natural compound that’s antioxidant and makes quick work of soothing irritated skin and redness—this is why oatmeal baths have been around for centuries to soothe things like sunburns!
There’s also beta-glucan, which comes from the cell wall of the oat. It forms a protective film over the skin, helping to seal in moisture. This component does double duty by locking in other active ingredients too, allowing them to penetrate deeper into the skin and work their magic.
There’s also beta-glucan, which comes from the cell wall of the oat. It forms a protective film over the skin, helping to seal in moisture. This component does double duty by locking in other active ingredients too, allowing them to penetrate deeper into the skin and work their magic.