National Oatmeal Month: How Oatmeal-Based Products Help Your Skin

If you go into the skincare section of nearly any drug store, you are going to find many different products made from oatmeal for the treatment of several skin conditions. Oatmeal-based products can do a lot for your skin. In fact, you can even make oatmeal at home for these remedies. Here are just a few of the ways you can use oatmeal in your skincare routine.

Acne Treatment

Oatmeal contains zinc, which reduces inflammation and kills the bacteria that can cause acne. Some acne such as black heads are caused by clogged pores. This acne can also be cleared up by oatmeal because it contains compounds called saponins, which are known for their cleansing properties. Oatmeal will clean out the pore that is clogged causing the black head or pimple.

Dry and Irritated Skin

Dry skin can especially be a problem in the dry winter months. You can successfully treat dry skin with oatmeal products. The oatmeal has anti-inflammatory properties that will reduce inflammation and irritation, as well as redness. Oatmeal is also a great exfoliant and will shed away the dead dry skin cells. In addition, oatmeal is an excellent moisturizer.

Exfoliation

Oatmeal is a wonderful exfoliant. Exfoliating your skin on a regular basis helps to prevent signs of aging, keeps skin fresh and healthy, and can make you appear more youthful and in good health. Combine exfoliation with the cleansing and anti-inflammatory properties of oatmeal, and you have an excellent facial scrub that you can use daily.

If you have skin issues that don’t seem to be helped by oatmeal or other at-home remedies, contact us today for an appointment for examination, diagnosis, and treatment.