Why oatmeal is the ultimate beauty staple

Helps moisturise dry skin

Due to oatmeal’s mild pH, it also helps to cool down inflamed skin. (Photo: Thinkstock Images)

Oats not only moisturizes naturally but also acts a great scrub. With a mild pH it helps cool down the skin when it is suffering from infections or rashes.

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Helps combat blackheads

Oatmeal helps to unclog the pores. (Photo: Thinkstock Images)

Packed with chemical compounds called saponins, which are known for their natural cleansing activity, oatmeal helps to unclog the pores and clear the dirt and grime off your skin giving way to skin that is smooth and clear.

For acne

Oatmeal contains zinc that is known to reduce inflammation. (Photo: Thinkstock Images)

Oatmeal works wonders for skin that is suffering from acne  because of its high zinc quantity, This helps in reducing inflammation and bacterial action.

Makes for a great shampoo

Ensure you don’t overdo it or your scalp might just end up looking too white. (Photo: Thinkstock Images)

Just as oatmeal works wonders in removing excess dirt and debris from the body, it can also help combat the appearance of dirty hair. Brush through a light dusting of finely ground oats throughout the hair strands to soak up excess oils. Ensure you don’t overdo it or your scalp might just end up looking too white.

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Here are a few homemade oatmeal masks for you to try:

Honey and milk oatmeal mask

This natural oat mask will help your skin stay smooth. (Photo: Thinkstock Images)

With a tablespoon of grounded oats, mix a tablespoon of honey to make it into a thick paste and apply it to skin that is dry and irritated. This will naturally moisturise and fight the bacteria.

Plain oatmeal mask

his mask makes for a great exfoliator and is easy to make. (Photo: Thinkstock Images)

With a few tablespoons of ground oatmeal just add water to make it a thick paste for application. Apply the mixture onto your face evenly and rinse it off with cold water. This helps combat the dead skin layer.

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