Colloidal oatmeal bath DIY has many benefits for dry and itchy skin. It’s easy and quick to make and a great addition for babies, young kids, anyone with a dry skin condition – even dogs.
Jump to:
Many kids have dry skin or even eczema, especially in the wintertime. My sons are no exception. To soothe their skin irritation I use this homemade milk bath frequently.
A big bonus is that the ground oatmeal serves as a natural gentle cleanser so that we can use less breast milk soap or baby soap. We also use whipped body butter after patting them dry to moisturize.
If you’re looking to give your bath a little more pizazz while still enjoying the benefits of oatmeal, try my DIY oatmeal bath bombs and oatmeal cupcake bath bombs. They’re fun!
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links, you can read my full disclosure here.
Step1: Grind your oats in a coffee grinder or blender until you have a fine powder (if you’re using a coffee grinder do it in 2 batches)
If you want to make sure that oats are ground finely enough, add 1 tablespoon into a glass of warm water. Finely ground oat powder will dissolve and create a milky color. (Here I’ve ground steel-cut oatmeal instead of regular oatmeal – you can see the sediment on the bottom, but it’ll do in a pinch)
Read more : Natural Homemade Sunscreen Recipe
Step 2: Sift coconut milk powder (if using)or break up bigger clumps with your fingers
Step 3: Add all ingredients to mixing bowl and whisk
Step 4: Mix in essential oil
Step 5: Fill into airtight container
Oatmeal bath soaks can help remedy a number of skin conditions in babies and young children such as eczema, diaper rash, rashes, allergic reactions, cradle cap, and chickenpox.
To give your baby an oatmeal bath, simply:
Yes, even our four-legged friends suffer from dry itchy skin from time to time. A soothing oatmeal bath is just as beneficial for dogs as they are for humans.
To give your dog an oatmeal bath use ⅓ – 1 cup of ground oatmeal (leave out any additional ingredients), then follow these instructions by PetMD:
If you’re suffering from hives, soaking in an oat bath is a great way to soothe itchiness. The anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties found in oatmeal can help soothe hives caused by bug bites and allergic reactions.
Read more : The Constant Reinvention of No-Recipe Recipes
Colloidal oatmeal can bind to the skin’s surface, creating a protective layer that locks in moisture further restoring inflamed skin. By reducing the urge to scratch infections are also less likely to develop.
Taking baths enhanced with your favorite essential oils is very relaxing after a long day. This can reduce stress which for some people is another cause for developing hives.
For kids and adults with dry, itchy, irritated skin caused by eczema, oatmeal baths are one of the easiest home remedies to try. They can help soothe inflamed skin and restore the protective skin barrier. Thereby, reducing itchiness and scratching that can further worsen the condition.
Aside from ground oatmeal, ingredients like baking soda, coconut milk, Epsom salt, and lavender essential oil, can also be helpful in reducing eczema symptoms.
Oatmeal baths can calm the uncomfortable and itchy rash that’s caused by chickenpox. They can also be helpful in treating pain and itchiness from shingles. Both diseases are caused by the same virus and cause great discomfort.
Make sure that the water is lukewarm, since hot water will make symptoms worse.
I sure which I had known about this when I had my last encounter with poison ivy last spring, but anyways… the anti-inflammatory and soothing properties of oatmeal will help relief rashes caused by poison ivy and the likes.
Make sure to remove all the irritating oil from your skin with a damp cloth first. Then soak in trepid water since too much warmth will increase itchiness.
Until next time. Happy Tinkering!
Source: https://gardencourte.com
Categories: Recipe
This post was last modified on 22/10/2023 13:18
For all my beauties with dark inner thighs, armpits, bikini area and spots, etc, this…
Are you a passionate cook aspiring to embark on a rewarding culinary journey? Whether you're…
Discover the perfect wall colors to complement your grey kitchen cabinets, creating a harmonious and…
Generally, a 10×10 kitchen remodel ranges from $15,000 to $45,000, but several factors could cause…
Sleek and durable, quartz countertops are the latest trend in kitchen and bathroom renovation. Comparable…
IKEA kitchens are designed to be as simple as possible to assemble and install yourself.…