Colloidal Oatmeal (Avena Sativa Kernel Flour)
Colloidal oat / Finely ground oat flour
Rich in avenanthramides (anti-inflammatory); beta-glucan; skin barrier support; US FDA OTC monograph: 0.007-1% as skin protectant drug; EU cosmetic use, well-tolerated; clinical evidence for atopic dermatitis; SCCS assessed for infants at ≤1% safe
Function & Common Use
Active (soothing) / Skin Conditioning
Active Ingredient
Sensitive skin products eczema care baby care calamine-type products
Vegetable (oats)
Concentration Limits
No limit
No limit
No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked
No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category
Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Colloidal Oatmeal (Avena Sativa Kernel Flour) safe to use in skincare?
Colloidal Oatmeal (Avena Sativa Kernel Flour) has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Rich in avenanthramides (anti-inflammatory); beta-glucan; skin barrier support; US FDA OTC monograph: 0.007-1% as skin protectant drug; EU cosmetic use, well-tolerated; clinical evidence for atopic dermatitis; SCCS assessed for infants at ≤1% safe
Is Colloidal Oatmeal (Avena Sativa Kernel Flour) allowed in India?
Colloidal Oatmeal (Avena Sativa Kernel Flour) is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.
What is Colloidal Oatmeal (Avena Sativa Kernel Flour) used for in cosmetics?
Colloidal Oatmeal (Avena Sativa Kernel Flour) functions as: Active (soothing) / Skin Conditioning. It is commonly found in: Sensitive skin products eczema care baby care calamine-type products.
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