Homemade oatmeal face mask

Masks made with oatmeal help eliminate skin imperfections. The main advantage of recipes from the ingredient is that the masks do not have any contraindications and are suitable for any type of epidermis.

Oatmeal in the mask performs the function of a gentle peeling, very gently and delicately exfoliating the stratum corneum of the epithelium. Oatmeal masks are suitable even for those with problematic oily skin if you add auxiliary components with an antiseptic effect to the recipe.

Useful properties of the ingredient

The presence of beneficial properties of oatmeal masks is explained by the fact that the flakes contain a huge amount of substances and microelements valuable for the facial skin:

1. Zinc helps cleanse and tighten pores due to its ability to remove toxins harmful to the skin from the body.
2. Iron restores the hydrolipid balance of cells, saturating them with a sufficient amount of life-giving moisture.
3. Manganese has a powerful regenerating effect, which helps heal inflammation, wounds and small cracks.
4. Magnesium activates metabolic processes in the tissues of the epidermis, improves blood flow, thus promoting more effective renewal of the upper layers of the skin.
5. Vitamin E prevents the harmful effects of the environment, prevents premature photoaging, and also smoothes out fine expression wrinkles.
6. B vitamins saturate cells with nutritious fatty acids, which moisturize the skin and fight pronounced age-related changes.
7. Beta-glucan and silicon act as antioxidants that block the harmful effects of ultraviolet rays.

What are the benefits of oats?

To obtain flakes, whole oat grains are processed. They are dried, cleared of chaff, polished, steamed, but despite this, they retain all their beneficial properties. Cereals contain a number of vitamins and microelements: manganese, iron, magnesium, zinc, silicon, phosphorus, vitamins E, K, A, group B.

An oatmeal mask is suitable for all skin types, and depending on the additional components, it can eliminate many cosmetic problems. Useful properties of oats:

• amino acids present in cereals have a strong regenerating and rejuvenating effect;
• the product has a calming effect on the skin, therefore it is indicated for women with sensitive skin or those prone to allergies;
• oats provide the epidermis with complete nutrition and hydration;
• zinc, which is part of the grain structure, fights acne, preventing its appearance;
• magnesium has tonic properties;
• copper protects the skin from wrinkles and sagging.

Nutritionists claim that “Oatmeal” removes food poisons and toxins from the body. The same thing happens if a mixture made from oats is applied to the skin. It removes toxins and impurities, covers the epidermis with a thin, imperceptible layer that protects against external aggressive factors and nourishes cells with beneficial substances.

The benefits of facial masks

Oatmeal masks are suitable for all skin types, because despite their effectiveness, they act quite gently without causing any side effects. It is worth noting that a scrub based on oatmeal flakes is suitable for even the most sensitive skin prone to allergic reactions.

With regular use of oatmeal masks, the following improvements in the skin are noted:

• relieves redness of inflamed areas;
• the severity of rashes decreases;
• post-acne and age spots are noticeably lightened;
• the overall skin tone is evened out and the relief is smoothed;
• eliminates oily shine;
• the skin softens and acquires a delicate velvety feel;
• age and facial wrinkles are smoothed out;
• There is a visible narrowing of the enlarged pores.

It’s not for nothing that oatmeal is prescribed by nutritionists to normalize the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract. A high-quality product cleanses the body of accumulated waste and toxins, and also envelops the gastric mucosa with a protective film.

Oatmeal has a soothing effect on the skin

The same thing happens to the skin of the face when a flake-based cosmetic is used. The mask removes dangerous toxins and impurities, and the film formed on the surface of the face nourishes the cells with beneficial vitamins.

Mask: oatmeal with milk

Mask: oatmeal with milk

A nourishing mask for dry facial skin is prepared relatively quickly. Take 1 tbsp. spoon of oatmeal and pour hot milk. The liquid should completely cover the flakes. The mixture is steamed under a tight lid for 7 minutes. The paste, cooled to body temperature, is applied to the face, and after 20 minutes is washed off with warm water.

Cereals with milk can be supplemented with the following ingredients:

• egg yolk (raw);
• 1 tbsp. a spoonful of sour cream (fat) or cream;
• 1 tbsp. spoon of cottage cheese (fat). In this case, the mixture will have to be diluted a little with milk;
• 1 tbsp. a spoonful of olive or other vegetable oil;
• 1 tbsp. spoon of butter;
• 1 tbsp. spoon of fruit pulp.

Indications for use

Masks made from the ingredient should be used if there is a problem such as:

• pimples or acne;
• enlarged pores, blackheads, comedones;
• mature age skin;
• dull complexion;
• increased production of sebaceous glands;
• the presence of redness and peeling;
• post-acne, pigmentation;
• swelling.

Note! In cases where there are open wounds or pustules on the skin, the applied flake mask cannot be used as a scrub. Rubbing inflamed areas is contraindicated to avoid further worsening of the situation.

Washing and scrub

A quick and effective way to use oatmeal on your face at home is to wash your face with whole or ground oatmeal, which provides a deep clean. It is especially good for those with combination or oily skin to practice scrubbing.

The main indications for this procedure are enlarged pores, an abundance of blackheads, and a tendency to develop acne. Read more about washing with oatmeal in the article.

Recipes for the best homemade masks

The main task of homemade oatmeal masks is to restore the protective properties of the skin, as well as eliminate existing deficiencies, be it acne, blackheads or pronounced age-related changes.

This article contains the most effective recipes that will help you in the difficult struggle for perfect skin:

For acne

It is worth noting right away that acne is not always a consequence of increased oily skin. There are often cases when inflammatory elements are formed as a result of improperly chosen care or due to the lack of sufficient hydration of the dermis. In this case, an oatmeal mask for acne kills two birds with one stone: it normalizes the production of sebaceous glands without drying out sensitive areas of the epidermis. In a deep bowl, mix crushed oatmeal with blue clay and pour the components with water until the consistency resembles thick sour cream. Add half a teaspoon of lemon juice, then apply the mixture to cleansed facial skin. After 10-15 minutes, wash with warm water.

With honey

If you use beekeeping products in the recipe, then first apply the finished composition to the wrist area to check the skin reaction. In combination with honey, oatmeal intensively nourishes, moisturizes, and also prevents premature withering of the epidermis. To begin with, oatmeal is ground into flour. You can use a blender or a regular coffee grinder. Then the component is combined with honey in equal quantities and the mixture is applied, avoiding the area around the eyes. The holding time is 15 minutes.

For dry skin

Those with a dry type know firsthand all the “delights” of the skin, which is prone to the formation of redness and painful peeling. It will not be possible to hide such defects, since the damaged areas betray themselves treacherously even under an impressive layer of foundation. An oatmeal mask for dry skin will not only restore the water balance, but also cleanse the face of the accumulation of dead cells. Flakes (20 g) are mixed with olive oil (10 ml) and honey (20 ml). Add crushed banana pulp to the prepared mass and mix the ingredients thoroughly. Leave the mask on your face for 20 minutes, then wash off the residue using gentle circular movements.

Another mask recipe for dry skin.

For oily skin

Disruption of the secretory glands leads to clogging of pores and the subsequent formation of comedones. The main mistake is that those with oily dermis tend to choose aggressive products with an effective drying effect. Such an oversight only leads to an even greater increase in sebum. A mask made from oatmeal, unlike other products for oily skin, does not dry out the epidermis, and therefore does not disrupt the natural secretion of the sebaceous glands. A tablespoon of honey is mixed with the same amount of oatmeal. Add a few drops of tea tree essential oil and apply the mixture to the steamed face. After 10 minutes, wash off the mask with warm water.

Cleansing

In order for the mask to cleanse the pores of accumulated impurities as best as possible, it is recommended to first steam the skin using a steam bath. Then a mixture of kaolin, chamomile decoction and oatmeal is applied to the face. Clay and flour are mixed in equal quantities, after which the components are poured with freshly prepared chamomile infusion. You should get a thick, creamy mass without lumps. The exposure time of the mask is 10 minutes.

For wrinkles

A mask made of oatmeal and grape juice has an intense rejuvenating effect, due to which visible static and expression wrinkles are smoothed out. In addition, the product, prepared at home, corrects the oval of the face, making it more toned in just a few procedures. A tablespoon of juice is squeezed out of the grapes, which is poured into 30 g of crushed oatmeal. Add one egg yolk to the mixture, and then apply the mixed mixture to the face, neck and décolleté. Remove residues after 15-20 minutes.

Pull-up

Suitable for any skin type. Gelatin powder is mixed with oatmeal in equal proportions, the components are filled with purified water and the mixture is sent to the microwave for 30 seconds. As soon as the mass has cooled a little, it is applied to the face, without affecting the area around the eyes and lips. Gelatin contains a large amount of collagen, which is necessary for aging skin that lacks sufficient tone and elasticity . After 20-25 minutes, the frozen film is carefully removed from the surface of the face.

With kefir

This recipe will come to the rescue when it is necessary to eliminate red spots after acne or pigmentation. Kefir in combination with oatmeal very gently whitens the skin and gives the face an even tone. In a deep bowl, combine one tablespoon of chopped oatmeal and kefir, and also add a teaspoon of dark honey. Mix the mixture thoroughly until it has a homogeneous consistency and leave it on your face for 15 minutes.

With sour cream

An intense nourishing mask with sour cream, oatmeal and banana will eliminate the uncomfortable feeling of tightness. The banana is crushed to a puree, after which the resulting pulp is mixed with a tablespoon of sour cream. Pour boiling water over oatmeal in a separate container and let the porridge brew for a while. At the final stage, combine the previously prepared mixture of banana and sour cream with steamed oatmeal. Add a teaspoon of any cosmetic oil to the mask. Exposure time – 20-25 minutes.

With protein

A tablespoon of crushed flakes is mixed with one egg white and a teaspoon of lemon juice. This mask will even out the skin texture, lighten post-acne, and also cleanse the pores of accumulated impurities. It will become an indispensable tool in the arsenal of owners of oily, problematic dermis. If you use whitening products in the warm season, do not forget to apply protective products with spf factor to your face before going outside. This will help avoid the appearance of age spots.

With milk

A scrub mask with milk, oatmeal and cucumber will help to gently cleanse the skin of the layer of dead cells. Suitable for people with oily problem skin. To begin with, fresh cucumber is crushed using a grater, and the cereal is poured with warm milk. Next, mix all the components and apply the mixture to a cleansed face, paying special attention to the most problematic areas. After 10 minutes, remove the residue using circular movements, following all massage lines.

For pigment spots

Parsley infusion boasts an effective whitening effect. To do this, pour boiling water over finely chopped greens and infuse the mixture for several hours. Pour the prepared broth over oatmeal and apply the resulting mixture to the face. After 15 minutes, the residue is washed off with water.

Chemical composition of parsley

With soda

A soft homemade scrub is ideal for cleansing the face of comedones and blackheads. You will need a tablespoon of crushed oatmeal, a teaspoon of baking soda and any base oil. The components are mixed until smooth, after which the finished peeling is used for deeper cleansing of clogged pores.

With beer

Who would have thought that by mixing beer with oatmeal you could get an effective remedy with an intense nutritional effect. Oatmeal is diluted with light beer in a proportional ratio of 1:2. Next, add one egg white to the mixture and add a teaspoon of olive oil. The finished mask is applied to cleansed facial skin, not forgetting to also treat the neck and décolleté area. After 20 minutes, wash off the residue with warm water.

How to properly use rolled oats to make masks?

To prepare masks, take fresh oatmeal. Store them in a closed container to prevent pests from infesting them.

Mix the ingredients of the masks in a glass or ceramic bowl. It is undesirable to use metal utensils, because upon contact with metal, the beneficial properties of products are quickly lost.

Before using the prepared mixture, test your skin for allergies. Apply a little mixture to the inside of your wrist or the crook of your elbow. Leave on for 10 minutes and rinse off. If your hand does not turn red, then you do not have an allergy.

Before using the mask, do not forget to cleanse your face. Remove your makeup and wash your face. To enhance the effect of the mask, you can first hold your face over the steam for several minutes or apply a terry towel soaked in hot water or herbal decoction to the skin. After such exposure, the pores will expand and the beneficial components of the mask will penetrate deeper into the skin.

Keep the mask on your face for 15–20 minutes. During this time, the oatmeal will dry out. Rinse the mixture with water at room temperature or slightly warm. After the procedure, apply a cream suitable for your skin type to your face. Hercules masks can also be used to eliminate bags under the eyes.

After the first procedure, you will notice that your face has become much cleaner and fresher, the skin has tightened, become soft and velvety, and the pores have narrowed. If you want to consolidate the result and make it more visible, treat with oatmeal masks in courses. Do the procedures 2-3 times a week for a month.

How to cook properly

In order for the result of the home procedure to be truly maximum, it is very important to use high-quality oatmeal in the recipe. An instant product will not work in this case. It is better to choose regular oatmeal, which contains a sufficient amount of valuable vitamins after processing.

It is recommended to heat the dairy products, honey, decoctions or base oils specified in the recipe in a water bath before mixing. For greater convenience, pre-grind the flakes into flour so that the finished mass acquires a uniform, homogeneous consistency.

Note! The difference between rolled oats and oats is that oats have the form of grains resembling rice groats, and the flakes are obtained by special processing. For homemade masks, oatmeal in the form of flakes is suitable.

Difference between oatmeal and Hercules

There is a difference between oatmeal and Hercules, and let's figure out what it is. Oatmeal is a minimally processed whole grain that is very healthy. It takes a long time to cook. Hercules is a commercial name; it often refers to crushed cereals, which are simply poured with boiling water. Both options are suitable for masks, but you need to take into account their hardness and preparation features. There is usually no point in paying more for an imported product - both are just oatmeal. The main thing is that it is natural and does not contain unnecessary additives.

The scrub is made from oats, the mask for dry skin is made from Hercules. You can also make flour from whole flakes.

What to choose is a matter of taste, since both options work, improve the condition of the skin, remove impurities, nourish, and moisturize. It’s easier to prepare masks with Hercules.

Rules for applying masks

1. To apply, use a wide brush or cosmetic spatula. Apply a sufficient layer of mask to your face to prevent the components from drying out prematurely.
2. During the application process, do not forget to follow all massage lines. This caution will prevent stretching of the skin.

The mask must be applied along the lines of the arrows.

Masks with a nourishing or rejuvenating effect should also be applied to the neck and décolleté area. Cleansers with exfoliating properties should never be used on the sensitive area around the eyes.

It is first recommended to conduct a sensitivity test by applying a small amount of the finished mask to the back of your hand.

Features of the procedure

Whatever recipe you choose, for maximum effectiveness you need to follow several important rules:

1. Apply the mask only to properly cleansed facial skin;
2. Take a steam bath or open your pores with cold hydrogenation;
3. Check the composition to see if you have an allergic reaction to individual components;
4. After the procedure, you can wipe your face with a cosmetic ice cube;
5. Don't forget to also use moisturizer.

Svirid Nadezhda Yurievna

Gynecologist, cosmetologist, expert on women's health and beauty

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To do an allergy test, grind a small amount of oatmeal, add a little water (or other liquid according to the recipe) to the powder and stir well to form a viscous paste. Apply this mixture to your wrist and leave for 20 minutes. If after this time the skin remains clean, there is no allergy, you can prepare healthy masks and safely apply them to your face.

I talked about how to wash properly in a separate video:

conclusions

1. Oatmeal masks help solve a wide variety of skin problems. They cleanse pores, eliminate oily shine, nourish and moisturize the skin, and smooth out facial wrinkles.
2. The healing properties of the product are due to the rich content of microelements valuable for facial skin. In oatmeal you will find zinc, iron, manganese, vitamin E and an extensive list of other substances that have a beneficial effect on the condition of the epidermis.
3. Oatmeal masks are suitable for any skin type. In addition, such homemade beauty recipes do not have any contraindications.
4. And finally, remember that the effect of the finished mask depends on the quality of the selected ingredients. You should not give preference to an instant product. Choose flakes made by processing whole oat grains, which contain the maximum amount of useful microelements and vitamins.

Skin cleansing scrub

If you don’t have time to prepare and keep a nourishing, moisturizing or rejuvenating mask on your face, but you need to quickly tidy up your face and give your skin a healthy look, you can use a simpler recipe - an oatmeal scrub. It's very easy to make - just pour a couple of tablespoons of rolled oats with hot water and let it sit for a minute.

Apply the resulting product to damp skin of the face and neck and do a light massage, and then rinse off the remaining oatmeal with water. If you have very delicate skin, first grind the flakes in a coffee grinder; if not, you can use them in their original form.

Oatmeal gently exfoliates dead particles of the epidermis, cleanses pores, and refreshes the skin. Facial cleansing with rolled oatmeal can be done 1-2 times a week.

As you can see, such a simple and affordable product as oatmeal can be an excellent assistant in facial skin care.

Contraindications and possible harm

Oatmeal has no contraindications. But when using other ingredients (honey, lemon juice, etc.) in the process of preparing the mask, you should be careful, as some of them can cause allergies. Therefore, you should check the body’s reaction to this remedy - apply a small amount to the wrist and leave for several minutes. If there are no negative manifestations (redness, rash, itching), then such a mask can be used. Avoid getting this product on your eyelids and lips.

Experts recommend caution if skin hypersensitivity occurs. In this case, it is recommended to make a mask only based on oatmeal and filtered water. Natural masks based on oat products are a budget-friendly and effective means for caring for the skin of the face. Cosmetic products are made at home from simple and affordable ingredients. When preparing home care products for your appearance, you should consider your skin type.

Rules for use at home

Oatmeal masks are used for the following purposes:

• relieve inflammation;
• nourish and moisturize the skin;
• remove the stratum corneum;
• remove blackheads;
• improve complexion and reduce pigmentation.

Although oatmeal itself cleanses the epidermis, it does not remove severe dirt. Before using homemade cosmetics, the skin must be prepared. To do this, you need to remove makeup and wash your face. Exposure to steam can enhance the effect of the mask. Therefore, it is recommended to apply it after bath procedures or a steam bath for the face.

Before using this facial care product, you should pick up your hair using a cellophane cap. It is convenient to apply evenly on the face using a special brush. If it is not there, then you can use a cotton swab. After rinsing, to consolidate the effect, it is good to do a short self-massage of the face and apply a care product.

Advantages and disadvantages of an oatmeal mask for wrinkles

• Homemade oat care products have many positive aspects:
• they are affordable and available in stores;
• softens and moisturizes well;
• improve the color and structure of the epidermis;
• relieve inflammation and reduce the appearance of acne;
• smooth out wrinkles;
• tighten the skin;
• they are easy and simple to prepare at home with your own hands;
• their production requires little time;
• the effectiveness of these care products is no worse than that of store-bought ones;
• are completely natural;
• have a cumulative effect, i.e. with each use the condition of the skin becomes better.

• The disadvantages include the following:
• Not entirely comfortable. Homemade Hercules masks can drip from the skin, contaminating the ears and hair.
• They are not distributed in a completely uniform layer, unlike industrial creamy products.
• You should not expect too obvious visible effects from them.
• They cannot be stored for a long time.

Important! Do not use “oatmeal” masks for purulent rashes, cuts and damage to the skin of the face.