Oats

The oats we use are certified organic and sourced from a nearby Tasmanian farm. We buy them as rolled oats, blend them into a fine powder and add it to our soap bars. We also buy whole oats, coarse grind them (groats) and obtain the finest oat powder with a stone grinder for our tallow treatment. It is widely documented that oatmeal provides numerous benefits to our skin. It:

• Removes toxins: the saponin in oatmeal cleanses skin to remove the toxins that cause discoloration;     
• Exfoliates: it exfoliates to remove dirt, oil and dead skin cells;
• Moisturises: the lipids and proteins in oatmeal are humectants, nourishing skin;
• Absorbs excess oil: it absorbs excess oil to prevent it from clogging pores;
• Lightens scars and evens skin tone: the amino acids in oatmeal lighten scars, dark spots and discolouration. It evens skin tone and gives a natural glow;
• Heals: it can help in reversing damage caused by UV rays, sunburn, pollution and harsh chemicals due to its soothing, antioxidant, healing and moisturising properties. Studies like this one show it helps in the healing of atopic dermatitis psoriasis lesions owing to its anti-inflammatory nature. It can also help lessen itchiness associated with allergy, eczema-prone skin or scalp dandruff.

Oatmeal is a healthy and natural ingredient and often recommended by dermatologists for inclusion in skin products – and that is exactly why we use it in our skin care soaps and tallow treatment. We make oat milk from scratch for our doggo soap. Get you and your pooch soothed!