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What's the Difference Between Colloidal Oatmeal and Regular Oatmeal?

3 min read
Did you know that colloidal oatmeal is regulated by the FDA as a skin protectant, a distinction not given to the rolled oats in your pantry? This difference highlights the fundamental contrast between colloidal oatmeal and regular oatmeal: one is for soothing topical applications, and the other is for eating.

Can you put instant oatmeal in a bath for skin relief?

5 min read
Records show that oats have been used for their skin-soothing properties since ancient times, with the FDA officially recognizing colloidal oatmeal as a skin protectant in 2003. However, when it comes to bathing, not all oat products are created equal. The key to a soothing bath is using finely ground colloidal oatmeal, not the instant variety from your breakfast bowl.