Finnish oats work small miracles on your skin

To start with, in 2022 oats (Avena sativa) was awarded the “Herb of the Year” title by the Association of Finnish Health Product Retailers—well deserved!

Best known as a food, the calming and relaxing properties of oats have been used for centuries in traditional herbal medicine. In herbal use, the shoots of oats are especially valued, and extracts made from them have become particularly popular among people dealing with stress, nervousness, and busy lifestyles. And as it happens, oats also has a gently soothing effect when used in skincare.

Peace and love for your lovely skin

One of the most important benefits of oats in skincare is their superior ability to soothe even irritated skin. The polysaccharides in oats form a protective layer on the skin’s surface, shielding it from irritation while also locking in moisture. Oats also contain abundant compounds that strengthen the skin’s barrier and help reduce inflammation. Thanks to these calming, protective, and moisture-retaining properties, oats are especially beneficial for those with atopic or dry skin.

Protection and strength—even against wrinkles

Oats also contain antioxidants that protect the skin from attacks by free radicals. Free radicals are compounds that can damage skin cells and cause premature aging. Thanks to both their antioxidant content and moisturizing properties, oats help keep the skin looking youthful by preventing the formation of wrinkles and fine lines.

Relief for itching and irritation

Traditionally, the gentle care properties of oats have been used especially to relieve itching as well as redness and other types of skin irritation—and for good reason. The avenanthramides and beta-glucans found in oats effectively soothe the skin while also reducing inflammation. The saponins present in oats, which are also featured in RimitaOats products, cleanse the skin very gently, and best of all, they leave behind a silky soft feel!

The best friend of dry skin

Oats are a trusted ingredient for dry skin thanks to their polysaccharides, which both bind moisture to the skin and prevent it from evaporating. This superpower of oats is naturally especially important for very dry skin, which needs every possible way to maintain its moisture balance.

Let oats delight your skin!

All RimitaOats products contain oats, making it easy to enjoy the benefits of oats for your skin.

If you’re feeling a bit more adventurous, you can also make a simple oat flour face mask at home. It’s not difficult at all: mix oat flour with water and apply the porridge-like mixture to your face. Let the oat mask sit for about ten minutes, then rinse your face thoroughly.

You can also add oat flour to your bathwater for a more all-over soothing effect. Just be careful not to clog your drains when using oat flour!

The RimitaOats line is a tribute to Finnish oats

Only Finnish oats are used in Rimita products. Did you know that our small country, Finland, is the world’s second-largest producer of oats? In addition to being a nutritious food, oats are also a top-quality ingredient for caring for our skin. All respect and our humble thanks to Finnish oats!

Experience the nourishing power of oats for yourself—order RimitaOats products for your skin today, conveniently from our online store: