This is an automatically translated article.
Colloidal oatmeal is a strange name for many people, but this food has a lot of anti-inflammatory and antioxidant ingredients that are beneficial for the skin.
1. What is colloidal oatmeal?
For centuries, colloidal oatmeal has been a remedy for itchy, dry or irritated skin. Nowadays colloidal oatmeal can be easily found in the ingredients of many different cosmetic products, such as lotion, shampoo, shaving cream,...
Colloidal oatmeal is made by Crush oats Avena sativa - a grain, into a fine powder. It is considered a moisturizer (substance capable of making the skin soft), because it contains fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients that benefit the skin. In fact, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) officially recognized and classified colloidal oatmeal as a skin protectant in 2003.
In colloidal oatmeal There are many anti-inflammatory and antioxidant ingredients that are beneficial for the skin. Antioxidants will prevent free radicals, preventing them from causing damage to the body, especially when the number of free radicals becomes too much.
Free radicals are linked to a variety of health problems, such as cancer, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases, as well as a number of inflammatory and skin conditions. Besides, with age, the skin also gradually loses its elasticity and ability to retain moisture.
Bột yến mạch keo chứa nhiều thành phần chống viêm và oxy hóa có lợi cho da
A study has found that colloidal oatmeal has a special chemical composition that is able to block cytokines - the body's inflammatory factors. And that special chemical composition is the avenanthramide - a group of phytochemicals found in the kernel of barley. When cytokines are blocked, the inflammatory response is also suppressed, avoiding adverse events. And for the same reason, avenanthramide is not only beneficial for the skin, but most likely also for heart health when people eat oats.
2. How to use colloidal oatmeal?
Colloidal oatmeal is used to treat a wide variety of skin conditions, including atopic dermatitis (eczema).
Atopic dermatitis is an inflammation of the skin with unusual manifestations such as itching, red patches of skin and blisters. Atopic dermatitis has many different causes, including allergies, irritants, and stress.
Atopic dermatitis seems to occur more often in children, but adults can also develop atopic dermatitis. Colloidal oatmeal - in the form of a lotion or bath, can be effective in treating atopic dermatitis. Colloidal oatmeal is also used to soothe skin irritations or dryness caused by radiation therapy for cancer. Colloidal oatmeal can also be very beneficial for people with severe dry skin.
Bột yến mạch keo dạng kem dưỡng mang lại hiệu quả cao trong điều trị viêm da cơ địa
Severe dry skin is more common in very cold winters and in the elderly, as well as those who are regularly exposed to chemicals. Severe dry skin can also be caused by an underlying medical condition, or as an unwanted effect from certain medications.
Studies in both people with severe dry skin and those without showed a significant improvement in skin moisture retention in people who used a cream containing colloidal oatmeal, compared with those who did not. non-creamed areas of the skin on these same people and compared with those who applied a placebo. Colloidal oatmeal is also used to relieve itching in cases of chickenpox or burns, and is often combined with other medications, such as antihistamines (burns, and especially severe burns, should not self-treat but should be taken to a medical facility to avoid infection and other complicated complications).
3. Is colloidal oatmeal safe or not?
For most people, colloidal oatmeal appears to be safe. Allergic reactions are rare. In fact, during a 3-year follow-up period, 445820 people used personal care products containing colloidal oatmeal, but no allergic reactions were reported. In another large study of 2291 adults who wore a patch containing colloidal oatmeal for 24 hours continuously, it was reported that only 1% of study participants experienced mild skin irritation. In addition, it is surprising that the majority of candidates reported that in the following 2 weeks, the skin was still impressively moisturized.
Bột yến mạch keo được kiểm chứng là khá an toàn với đa số mọi người
It should be noted that people who are known to be allergic to oats should not use colloidal oatmeal. If unfortunately, unwanted symptoms appear after using colloidal oatmeal, such as burning, rash, soreness, stop taking it immediately and see a specialist as soon as possible. .
4. Conclusion about colloidal oatmeal
Colloidal oatmeal has been used for centuries to improve dry, itchy, and irritated skin. Studies have shown that the chemical compounds in colloidal oatmeal have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, helping to protect the skin and enhance its ability to retain moisture. For the vast majority of people, colloidal oatmeal is very safe to use, except for a very small number of people with mild irritation, and of course people who are allergic to oats should not use it. Colloidal oatmeal is present in a wide variety of moisturizing and personal care products today, and it works very well. If after using colloidal oatmeal, there are abnormal signs, stop using it immediately and see a specialist.
Vinmec International General Hospital with a system of modern facilities, medical equipment and a team of experts and doctors with many years of experience in medical examination and treatment, patients can rest assured to visit. examination and treatment at the Hospital.
To register for examination and treatment at Vinmec International General Hospital, please book an appointment on the website for service.
Article referenced source: Healthline.com
Please dial HOTLINE for more information or register for an appointment HERE. Download MyVinmec app to make appointments faster and to manage your bookings easily.
MORE
Choose whole grains to promote health and help you lose weight Oats: Uses, dosage and some warnings Nutritional value of oats
