AvenaSativa (Oat) Bran Extract
AvenaSativa (Oat) Bran Extract
AVE
9/10
Concern level
High concern
Botanical solvent extract from the bran fraction of oat grain. It is used as a skin-conditioning, emollient, and antioxidant ingredient and is commonly positioned in gentle, comfort-focused formulas for dry, sensitive, or stressed skin. Bran extracts may contribute humectant-like and antioxidant support depending on the extraction system.
Pore-clogging
Non-comedogenic
Pregnancy
Safe
Regulatory
No data
Benefits
MoisturizingSoothingSupports Barrier Function
Chemical Properties
pH Range
4.00 - 7.00Typical Concentration
0.10% - 1.00%Skin Type Compatibility
dry skin9/10
oily skin6/10
sensitive skin9/10
acne prone7/10
mature skin8/10
normal skin9/10
Interactions
incompatible with: Potential cross-reactivity in oat-allergic users, Use caution with heavily exfoliating formulas intended for sensitive skin
Risks & Warnings
Low overall risk, but oat-sensitive or oat-allergic individuals may react. As with other botanical extracts, composition can vary with raw material quality and extraction method. Inadequate preservation or contamination of botanical materials can increase irritation or sensitization risk.
Vegan Cruelty-Free
