Oatmeal is one of the ingredients with great ability to nourish the skin. Applying an oatmeal mask has the effect of whitening the skin. The combination of vitamins and minerals in oatmeal helps improve dark and dull skin, and prevents negative impacts from UV rays.
Using an oatmeal powder mask not only treats acne but also helps lighten the skin. The outstanding benefit of oatmeal in skincare is its ability to slow down the aging process. Selenium in oatmeal is a nutrient that effectively prevents oxidation and makes the skin smooth.
Especially, oatmeal moisturizer is a lifesaver for dry skin. With nourishing oils, protective fats, and oat milk to soothe the skin, this formula helps moisturize and alleviate itching.
The advantage of this oatmeal moisturizer is that it moisturizes without a greasy feeling and soothes irritated skin.
How to make oatmeal moisturizer
Ingredients
– ¼ cup olive oil
– 1 tablespoon emulsifying wax
– ½ cup oat milk
– 1 teaspoon vegetable glycerin
– 24 drops sandalwood essential oil
– 17 drops Roman chamomile essential oil
– 9 drops pine essential oil
Instructions
Step 1: Combine oil and wax
Mix olive oil and emulsifying wax in a heat-proof container. Place in the microwave for about 15 seconds until melted. If it’s hot, let it cool for 2-3 minutes before moving on to the next step.
Step 2: Combine oat milk and glycerin
Pour oat milk and glycerin into a separate heat-proof container. Microwave for 30-45 seconds until warm but not hot.
Pour the oat milk mixture into the melted olive oil mixture in a large bowl.
Step 3: Blend with an immersion blender
Use an immersion blender to whip the liquid ingredients until they start to combine and thicken. This process takes about 1-2 minutes.
Step 4: Add essential oils and preservative
When it starts to have a creamy consistency like a moisturizer, stir in the essential oils and preservative. Scoop into a clean jar with a lid and use.
Cleansing the skin is extremely important for all skincare methods. If the face is not properly cleansed before using moisturizers and cosmetics, the effectiveness of those products will be reduced. Applying an oatmeal mask cleanses the skin deeply. This is a necessary and important factor for the skin to absorb nutrients well. Applying oatmeal moisturizer also reduces skin irritations, prevents dark spots, and removes excess oil from the skin.