Why Do So Many Skin Products Contain Oatmeal?

I recently bought a of Yardley® Oatmeal and Almond hand lotion, similiar to the soap in the link I have just provided. I bought it mostly out of curiosity. But I have noticed throughtout the years that they seem to put Oatmeal in just about everything and anything meant for your skin. Yes, I noticed in the link I gave that they seem to intend it as a natural “exfoliator”. But what about the hand lotion? And I even once saw it in a product meant as a soak for the entire body. Even doctors seem to sometimes recommend it (if you can believe the companies’ claim).

Why do so man skin products contain Oatmeal?

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Ummmm…because it’s good for you.
Because there’s just something about oatmeal.
Because people who have sensitivities and allergies might not have those problems with oatmeal-based products.
Can you tell I’m just guessing at it?

This’ll do, I guess, until someone with a clue comes along.

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I believe because it is a natural exfoliant.

It is great for stopping itching. Peopel (and animals) with skin problems find products with oatmeal to be very soothing.

There’s too much goddamn oatmeal in the world … gotta get rid of it somewhere!

You are all correct when you say it is an excellent exfoliant! Also, many oatmeal soaps on the market are in glycerin form which is also healing for your skin. Younger people with oily skin use it since the oatmeal extracts act as an astringent for oily skin.

As a direct seller, I sell many different types of oatmeal, milk & honey products that are extremely healthy and affordable. You can check out my webstore at:

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I agree with snoooopy - no one eats porridge any more so they have to do something with it. It may be also a bit like my “protein and vitamin” shampoo - sounds good but does nothing

Rebelbunny, we do not permit unpaid advertising here, so I have removed your link. Another instance of unpaid advertising will most likely result in your being banned. If you want to advertise here, see Chicago Reader Online Advertising Rate Sheet.

bibliophage
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No, it’s true- oatmeal sooths dry, itchy skin. It works on me, my SIL AND our dogs!

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