Have you heard? Oatmeal is one of the most soothing ingredients [1] for your skin. It plumps, hydrates [2], and quells irritation, making it a particularly good choice for people with sensitive skin. It also has cooling properties, so it feels great to apply. Ready to get out of the red? Check out our 10 favorite products with the ingredient ahead.
First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Instant Oatmeal Mask
If you have dry or sensitive skin but love using face masks, try this First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Instant Oatmeal Mask [4] ($24). The oatmeal is both gentle and hydrating.
Mario Badescu A.H.A. Botanical Body Soap
This Mario Badescu A.H.A. Botanical Body Soap [5] ($8) does double duty: the papaya and grapefruit extracts help exfoliate, while oatmeal soothes the skin.
Tatcha The Indigo Cream Soothing Skin Protectant
It's far more than just face cream with pretty packaging: Tatcha's The Indigo Cream Soothing Skin Protectant [6] ($85) is infused with oatmeal to seal in moisture and prevent irritation and itching.
Kiehl's Since 1851 Rare Earth Deep Pore Cleansing Mask
The Amazonian white clay in this Kiehl's Since 1851 Rare Earth Deep Pore Cleansing Mask [7] ($33) will give your skin the deep clean it's been craving but is also spiked with oatmeal to ensure your skin remains calm and hydrated.
It Cosmetics Confidence in a Cleanser Skin-Transforming Hydrating Cleansing Serum
This It Cosmetics Confidence in a Cleanser Skin-Transforming Hydrating Cleansing Serum [8] ($28) is a cleanser and serum in one, so you can wash your face without stripping it of its natural oils.
Naturally Serious Mask-Imum Revival Hydra-Plumping Mask
This Naturally Serious Mask-Imum Revival Hydra-Plumping Mask [9] ($42) lives up to its name. Thanks to the oatmeal-infused formula, it hydrates, plumps, and soothes.
Paula's Choice Calm Redness Relief Toner
For especially sensitive types, Paula's Choice Calm Redness Relief Toner [10] ($21) relieves redness and soothes oily skin.
First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream Intense Hydration
The name says it all — this First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream Intense Hydration [11] ($30) works wonders for those with dry skin.
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Alpha Beta Ultra Gentle Daily Peel
There's a good reason so many people swear by Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare's Alpha Beta Ultra Gentle Daily Peel [12] ($88): even though it's packed with exfoliating acids, it's also got a hit of soothing ingredients like oatmeal to make sure this potent formula won't cause irritation.
Kiehl's Since 1851 Deluxe Hand & Body Lotion With Aloe Vera & Oatmeal
Besides smelling delicious, the Kiehl's Since 1851 Deluxe Hand & Body Lotion With Aloe Vera & Oatmeal [13] ($22) feels incredibly luxurious. It also comes in two other scents, grapefruit and coriander.