Although oatmeal is more popular as a healthy breakfast food, did you know that it’s a well-known ingredient in the skincare world as well? Yes, oats contain a good amount of fiber, but they pack a lot of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that can benefit acne-prone and oily skin.
Oatmeal is not just your typical breakfast food—it’s also a powerful skincare ingredient that can combat acne and signs of aging.
The Role of Oatmeal in Skincare
The best way to start incorporating this wonder food into your skincare routine is through everybody’s favorite skin treat—face masks. They’re cheap, accessible, and relaxing! Whether you’re more fond of store-bought face masks or the DIY kind, face masks offer many compelling benefits, including:
- Detoxifying and removing toxins, leaving a younger-looking skin
- Moisturizing and locking in hydration, keeping fine lines at bay
- Unclogging pores to maintain a healthy skin
- Encouraging collagen production for plumper and younger-looking skin
- Skin tightening and restoring the skin’s firmness
Beware of what you’re using on your skin, as some face masks might contain chemicals that can irritate your skin. If you’re not sure about these ingredients, we recommend going the DIY route and make your own at home!
Since we’re talking about oatmeal and its glorious skin benefits, here are eight at-home recipes to try:
Oatmeal and Honey Face Mask
You will need instant oatmeal. Just make sure it doesn’t have any flavors or additives. Oatmeal is excellent for treating redness or any inflammation, and the honey helps balance the bacteria in your skin.
What You Need:
- Instant oatmeal (plain)
- Raw honey
Directions:
- Cook one serving of oatmeal.
- Add two tablespoons of honey to the oatmeal.
- Let the oatmeal cool for about 10 minutes.
- Carefully apply all over the face and let it sit for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Rinse with tepid water to wash off the mask and pat your skin dry with a soft, clean towel.
Soothing Oatmeal Face Mask
Treating inflamed or sunburned skin? Try this recipe on for size. It uses chamomile and honey, two ingredients that contain soothing properties.
What You Need:
- Powdered oatmeal or finely ground oats
- Water
- Chamomile essential oil
- Raw honey
Directions:
- Combine two tablespoons of oatmeal with water until you form a paste.
- Put one to three drops of chamomile essential oil.
- Add 1/4 teaspoon of honey and mix well.
- Apply the mask to the sunburned areas of your face and leave for 10 minutes until the inflammation starts to disappear.
- Wash the face mask off with cool water and pat your skin dry with a soft, clean towel.
Oatmeal Exfoliating Face Mask
Apple cider vinegar yields many skincare benefits and is suitable for all skin types. Combining it with oatmeal will help draw out excess oil or sebum and slough off any dead skin cells sitting on the skin’s surface.
What You Need:
- Two (2) tablespoons rolled oats
- Warm water
- Apple cider vinegar
Directions:
- Mix all the ingredients in a bowl until you form a pasty texture.
- Apply the mask evenly onto the face and neck and leave for five minutes.
- Wash it off with warm water and pat the skin dry with a soft, clean towel.
Anti-Acne Oatmeal Face Mask
This acne-fighting mask uses a special ingredient, baking soda, which is great for fighting off bacteria. Combine it with oatmeal, and you have one powerful face mask that you can use as a once-a-week treatment.
What You Need:
- Oatmeal
- Baking soda
- Water
Directions:
- Grind two tablespoons of oatmeal in a blender or food processor.
- Add one teaspoon of baking soda to the oatmeal, along with enough water to make a paste.
- Apply the face mask evenly and let it sit for 10 minutes.
- Rinse the mask off with cool water and pat your skin dry with a soft, clean towel.
Oatmeal and Yogurt Face Mask
If you have sensitive skin, this face mask is perfect for you. Yogurt has calming and anti-inflammatory properties that are gentle enough for any skin type, while oatmeal is a staple for sensitive skin ingredients. Combining the two will result in a face mask that is not only ideal for sensitive skin, but also treats skin issues like eczema.
What You Need:
- Instant oatmeal or rolled oats
- Plain yogurt
Directions:
- Cook 1/3 of oatmeal and let it cool for about 10 minutes.
- Add two tablespoons of plain and mix well.
- Using your fingertips, apply a thick layer all over the face and leave for 10 minutes.
- Rinse off with warm water and pat the skin dry with a soft towel.
- Follow with a mild moisturizer or serum.
Oatmeal Rejuvenating Face Mask
To achieve glowing skin, you need ingredients that contain antioxidants to reduce the damage caused by oxidation, and moisturizing properties to lock in hydration. For this mask, we’re using turmeric as it’s anti-inflammatory and can even the skin tone, all while treating acne scars. It also fights free radicals from pollution and UV damage.
What You Need:
- Oatmeal
- Turmeric powder
- Jojoba oil
- Water
Directions:
- Combine 1/2 cup of oatmeal and one teaspoon of turmeric powder in a blender.
- Add one to two teaspoons of jojoba oil and water as needed to form a paste.
- Apply the mixture all over the face and neck and leave for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Rinse the mask off with warm water and dry your skin with a soft, clean towel.
Coconut and Oatmeal Face Mask
If you’re dealing with dry, itchy, and patchy skin, you need a face mask that soothes and fights irritation. This coconut-infused face mask addresses skin inflammation while restoring hydration.
What You Need:
- Warm water
- Oatmeal
- Melted coconut oil
Directions:
- Mix 1/4 cup of water, ground oatmeal, and melted coconut oil in a bowl.
- If you want a thicker consistency, you can reduce the amount of water.
- Apply the mask to the face and neck and let it sit for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Rinse it off with warm water and pat your skin dry with a soft, clean towel.
Oatmeal and Egg White Face Mask
Egg whites are an excellent tightening and pore-refining ingredient. Naturally, oatmeal is great in absorbing excess oil and exfoliating dead skin cells.
What You Need:
- One egg white
- Honey
- Ground oats
Directions:
- Whip the egg white and honey together until it becomes a bit frothy.
- Add the ground oats until you form a pasty mixture.
- Apply the mask all over the face and massage gently, leaving it for about 10 minutes.
- Rinse it off with warm water and pat your skin dry with a soft, clean towel.
Complete Your At-Home Facial With a Serum
To maximize your skincare routine after a face mask, make sure to follow up with a serum. Innovative Beauty has a range of skincare products that effectively fight anti-aging, acne, and other skin problems.
MIRACLE | LUXURY FACE CREAM
This serum’s anti-aging formulation acts on the causes of skin aging and enhances collagen production. It contains ultra-filler microcells and hyaluronic acid phytosomes that regenerate, illuminate, and rejuvenate the skin. Our serum also contains ample vegetable sugars that build the skin’s barrier, protecting it from pollution and other irritants.
The MIRACLE | LUXURY FACE CREAM is lightweight enough to be used as an excellent base for your makeup.
B-SELFIE DEEP | MICRONEEDLES ANTI-AGE SERUM
Say goodbye to expensive facials and other skin treatments because this serum has everything you need for beautiful, glowing skin. The B-SELFIE DEEP | MICRONEEDLES ANTI-AGE SERUM is a pre-filled syringe with 0.5mm microneedles that painlessly inject ingredients into the skin. It has both intraepidermal and topical application options, so you know which works best for you.
Our serum regenerates the skin, improves elasticity, and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. This product is perfect if you’re looking to up your skincare game without breaking your bank.
INFINITY | BEAUTY MASK
If you don’t have the ingredients to create an oatmeal face mask, this next-gen beauty mask is your next best option. Our INFINITY | BEAUTY MASK uses biotechnology to infuse it with many amazing ingredients, including hyaluronic acid, omega 3 and 6, linoleic acid, and EGF proteins. It promotes healthy cell regulation and collagen production, and it keeps your skin hydrated all day.
Use this mask either at daytime or nighttime and finish with a light moisturizer and/or sunscreen.
THREE | SENSATIONAL TREATMENT
Our THREE | SENSATIONAL TREATMENT is the at-home facial you never knew you needed. It’s a three-step face mask that is specially formulated to give you naturally glowing skin. The products work to rebuild damaged cells, exfoliate, moisturize, and reverse visible signs of aging.
As you know, aging usually occurs faster when the skin is dry. The face mask’s hyaluronic acid and thickening properties give the skin more hydration and resistance while retaining its elasticity. Next, the presence of EGF proteins promotes cell regeneration, healing your skin in the process. We recommend using this in the evening so that when you go to sleep, all the ingredients will work to repair your skin and give you a refreshing look the day after.
Achieving Good Skin Takes Time
Now that you know how to make your own face masks at home, it’s essential to know that getting the results you want will take time. You can’t expect your acne to be gone the day after, which is why consistency is your best friend.
Additionally, for skincare products to work, you need to be mindful of your lifestyle and daily habits. You need to be healthy on the inside so that you can also look healthy on the outside. Start incorporating more fruits and vegetables into your diet, exercise regularly, and fix your sleep schedule. Health and beauty supplements won’t hurt, too.
By being more intentional, be it with your skincare routine, diet, fitness journey, or overall lifestyle, these small changes can yield great results. Try nourishing and taking care of your beauty from the inside out, and you’ll achieve beautiful and youthful skin in no time.
