Why and how to wash oatmeal properly?

Every woman dreams of having healthy, beautiful skin. Shelves of shops are full of various gels and means for washing, promising to make the skin perfect. Unfortunately, not all of them are really effective. In the search for a good cleanser, do not forget about the long-known natural home remedies. One of them is oatmeal.

The oatmeal washing procedure has been known for a very long time and still does not lose popularity due to its effectiveness. In most cases, after applying the drug, you can expect an amazing effect. The skin after the procedure becomes soft and velvety. Perhaps this effect can be achieved only after salon procedures. The skin becomes so attractive that sometimes there is no need to use decorative cosmetics and apply foundation.

Such cleansers are very useful for the face, they should be used by owners of dry and oily skin, those who struggle with acne and age spots. A positive effect can be achieved by washing with oatmeal with age-related skin changes.

All cosmetologists unanimously assert that the basis of skin health is proper daily home care. Washing oatmeal is useful because it contains a huge amount of substances that positively affect the skin.

Oatmeal contains a high content of important minerals:

• zinc helps to eliminate toxins and other harmful compounds from the skin;
• the presence of iron has a beneficial effect on the general condition of the skin;
• the manganese content promotes the rapid healing of small wounds, helps relieve redness and inflammation;
• the presence of sodium provides renewal of the skin, while improving blood circulation.

Oatmeal contains important B vitamins for the skin, thanks to which it receives sufficient nutrition and hydration, gets rid of age spots. It is very important that the product contains vitamin E, which protects the skin from the negative effects of the environment.

Washing oatmeal is a very effective tool for problematic and oily skin. With the help of such washing you can get rid of acne, black spots and bumps. Of course, the effect after application will be, if the cause of the problem skin is not caused by diseases of the body. In this case, it is necessary to cure all ailments within the body, and then to improve the external condition. Otherwise, the effect will be short-lived.

One of the most important properties of oatmeal is its ability to draw pollution, sebum, and toxins from pores. Thanks to this tool, the skin is perfectly cleansed, the pores are narrowed, due to the cleansing of the pores, the number of acne is reduced, inflammation is coming off. The face does not shine, since oatmeal has a beneficial effect on the proper functioning of the sebaceous glands.

This procedure is perfect for all other skin types. After washing, the skin becomes moisturized, since it does not dry out, as is the case when washing with soap. Oat flakes are capable of the effect of tightening the skin, improving its tone. In the fight against the first small wrinkles, this tool will be an excellent effective assistant.

It is worth noting that you can rarely hear about contraindications to this procedure. Sometimes an increase in skin rashes may occur. This is the reaction of the skin to cleansing, because pollution comes from the inner layers of the skin. After the procedure, slight peeling is sometimes observed.

As a rule, such reactions pass quickly enough. But later it will be possible to fully enjoy the desired effect. If the inflammation does not go away for a long time, then, possibly, there is an individual intolerance to the product. In this case, discontinue use and consult a specialist.

First clean your skin thoroughly. It must be remembered that the procedure for washing oatmeal does not replace the procedure for removing makeup. Therefore, if cosmetics are present on the skin, it should be disposed of. Micellar water or another mild cleanser is well suited for this.

When the skin is cleansed of makeup, you can start washing.

To do this, you must:

• take one spoonful of oatmeal;
• two tablespoons of water.

Oatmeal can be used in its natural form or grind in a blender or coffee grinder. The effectiveness of the procedure from grinding will not change, but the crushed flakes have a more gentle effect on the skin. For sensitive skin, it is recommended to use crushed oatmeal or prepare a mixture based on oatmeal.

Oatmeal or flour is mixed with water and stirred until a thick creamy mass is obtained. Light circular massage movements should be applied to the face. Wash off the mass immediately, it is recommended to leave it on the face for several minutes, after which the mask must be washed off. A small drawback of this procedure is its inconvenience in everyday life. The fact is that oatmeal can clog the drain.To avoid this, use a special net for the sink or use a different method of washing with oatmeal

Another way is washing with gauze. To do this, according to the previous recipe, prepare the mixture, then carefully put it on cheesecloth and wrap. Slightly squeezing the resulting bag, you need to wait until enough mucus from oatmeal is released through the cheesecloth. It must be applied to the face and, after waiting a few minutes, rinse with warm water.

There is another recipe for cooking, which is also very convenient for home use. In addition, it will not clog the pipes.

To prepare it, pour a glass of oatmeal with warm water. The amount of water should be such that the flakes are completely covered. A glass filled with cereal must be refrigerated for 24 hours. After a day, the mixture is filtered, the liquid is carefully squeezed out of the flakes. The flakes remaining after filtering will no longer be useful, you can get rid of them. The resulting liquid should again be sent to the refrigerator for the same amount of time. It is this liquid that will be washed. After the washing procedure, a cream suitable for the skin type should be applied to the face.

The classic oatmeal wash recipe is good for getting rid of acne. If you add other ingredients to the mixture, you can successfully get rid of other disadvantages. To achieve a whitening effect, a small amount of lemon juice and soda should be added to the oatmeal mixture. The resulting mass is able to effectively deal with age spots, black spots, acne marks.

You can make the mass more nutritious by adding a small amount of honey to it. Such a tool can enrich the skin with a huge amount of nutrients and significantly improve its appearance. The main rule in the use of this tool is the absence of an allergy to honey.

A great addition to this cleanser is fruit. Apricots and apples will be the best choice. Peel, chop, and add water and oatmeal to the mixture. Sour-milk products can also be a great addition to this mixture. This tool is able to effectively combat skin pigmentation. For dry skin, it is recommended to add olive, castor or almond oil to the mixture.

Various variations of the product for oily and problem skin are possible. For example, a mask with clay added. Blue or white clay eliminates oily sheen, helps to achieve a matte effect. To increase the effectiveness of the mask, a small amount of milk can be added instead of water. However, milk must be fresh and of good quality.

For sensitive skin, crushed oatmeal is recommended. To enhance the exfoliating effect, you can add burnt sugar.

Reviews of cosmetologists about this procedure are different. It is almost impossible to meet an extremely negative review, since the procedure, as a rule, is suitable for everyone. Oily and combination skin, this product cleanses and dries, dry - saturates with useful substances. Most experts approve of this procedure and agree with its effectiveness. Moreover, even many cosmetologists use this tool.

Some experts argue that there are much more effective and modern cosmetics and recommend using them. Which option to choose is an individual matter. But it is better to try this tool before abandoning its use.

Customer reviews about this tool are often very good.In most cases, such a wash helps to achieve a smooth, beautiful skin tone, get rid of acne and black spots, improve complexion, reduce the number of fine facial wrinkles and find healthy, radiant skin.

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