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Avena sativa (Oat) kernel flour
AKA “Oat Kernel Flour”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Avena sativa (Oat) kernel flour
AKA: Oat Kernel Flour
Synthetic · Exfoliant · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Exfoliant
Synthetic
Clean
Science: Process: Drying + Milling Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
CAS #
134134-86-4 / 84012-26-0
Form
Powder
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Functions
Exfoliant
Removes dead skin cells so fresh ones can come through. Chemical exfoliants (acids) are generally gentler than physical scrubs.
Absorbent
Bulking
Thickener
Physical Exfoliant
Absorbs Excess Oil
Adds Body & Volume
Controls Viscosity
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Wound Healing
Gently polishes surface
Adds volume
Controls product thickness
Traditional Use
Ground oat kernels have been used for millennia in traditional skincare, particularly in Scottish, Irish, and European folk medicine as a gentle exfoliant and skin-soothing ingredient for sensitive skin.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Rough Texture
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR