Benefits of colloidal oatmeal
Before we compare the products, I will list below the benefits of the main ingredient in all three products, colloidal oatmeal:
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It is rich in a chemical called avenanthramides. This chemical reduces the irritation and the itchy sensation on the skin.
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Colloidal oatmeal calms the skin and reduces the inflammation of the skin.
When inflammation reduces, itchy sensation and skin irritation also reduce.
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Colloidal oatmeal is rich in beta-glucans.
Beta-glucans are water magnets. They pull water molecules from the atmosphere and thus hydrate the skin.
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Colloidal oatmeal is rich in lipids (fats) that help strengthen the skin’s barrier function.
The top layer of skin acts as a barrier. It has two main functions: keep the skin hydrated and reduce breakouts.
In eczema-prone skin, the skin’s barrier function is weak. The lipids found in colloidal oatmeal strengthen the skin’s barrier function.
Eczema Therapy Nighttime Itch Relief Balm
It has 1% colloidal oatmeal.
It has glycerin at the top of the ingredient list – a powerful water magnet. It adds hydration to the skin.
It has small amounts of oat extract oil and oat extract – both of which reduce skin inflammation.
It has dimethicone, which helps the skin retain its hydration.
It has ceramides, which can strengthen the skin’s barrier function.
Eczema Therapy Rescue Relief Treatment Gel Cream
It has 2% colloidal oatmeal.
It has glycerin, which is a powerful water magnet. It adds hydration to the skin.
It has small amounts of oat extract oil and oat extract – both of which reduce skin inflammation.
It has shea butter, which does a good job of retaining hydration.
Eczema Therapy Moisturizing Cream
It has 1% colloidal oatmeal.
It has glycerin and panthenol, both powerful water magnets. They add hydration to the skin.
Panthenol is also a powerful anti-inflammatory ingredient – less inflammation means less irritation on the skin.
It has two powerful ingredients which help reduce inflammation: colloidal oatmeal and panthenol.
It has small amounts of oat extract – which reduces skin inflammation.
It has petrolatum. This ingredient does an excellent job of retaining skin’s hydration – it helps keep skin hydrated.
It also has dimethicone, which also helps in retaining skin’s hydration.
It has ceramides, which can strengthen the skin’s barrier function.