Avena sativa (Oat) protein extract
AKA “Oat Protein Extract”
Extract
Ingredient Facts
Avena sativa (Oat) protein extract
AKA: Oat Protein Extract
Extract · Skin Conditioning · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Clean
Avena Sativa (Oat) Protein Extract is a cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning. Rated low hazard by EWG. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Poaceae (Grass family)
Plant Part
Seed
Lifeform
Annual
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
134134-87-5 / 84012-26-0
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Conditions Skin
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Wound Healing
Softens & Smooths
Traditional Use
Concentrated protein from oats, derived from the historical use of oat kernel meal and flour as skin-conditioning agents in traditional European skincare.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR