INCI: Avena Sativa Certified Organic Kosher Certified Origin: United States. Description: Oatmeal has been used for centuries as a soothing agent to relieve itch and irritation associated with various xerotic dermatoses.  The cleansing activity of oats is mostly due to saponins. Its many functional properties make colloidal oatmeal a cleanser, moisturizer, and buffer, as well as a soothing and protective anti-inflammatory agent.