"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." WHEN YOU HAVE dry, itchy, or inflamed skin, you yearn for something soothing. A classic remedy for these ...

Colloidal oatmeal is used in some skin care products for its soothing effects. It's no different than the oatmeal in your kitchen, aside from how it’s prepared. You don’t have to spend money on extra ...

Ground oatmeal can work as an exfoliant, sloughing away dirt, oil, and dead skin cells. It can moisturize, and reduce inflammation, meaning people often use it as a home remedy for dry, itchy, or ...

Amy Y. Conry Davis is a writer who specializes in green living, sustainability, and travel. She holds a B.A. in English from the University of San Diego. Colloidal oatmeal is ordinary household ...

Over the years you’ve probably heard of oatmeal baths and have noticed colloidal oatmeal as an ingredient in personal care products, including creams, lotions, shampoos, shaving gels, and body wash.