Cosmetic Ingredient

Avena Sativa Kernel Meal

INCI: AVENA SATIVA KERNEL MEAL
CAS Shares 84012-26-0 (Avena sativa general CAS) EC 281-672-4
Avena Sativa Kernel Meal is a coarse meal obtained by the grinding of the kernels of the Oat, Avena sativa L., Poaceae
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details

Description

Avena Sativa Kernel Meal is a coarse meal obtained by the grinding of the kernels of the Oat, Avena sativa L., Poaceae

Purpose

Function

Abrasive/Scrub, Absorbent/Mattifier
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance

Regulatory Status

EU
Permitted
Safety
MODERATE
US
Permitted
Absorptionlow
Sensitizationlow
MoSnot established
ConcernModerate
Verdict

No significant safety concerns; well-tolerated; potential oat/gluten sensitivity in rare cases. A coarser grind than kernel flour, providing more pronounced physical exfoliation . Widely used in natural/clean beauty formulations; found in products ranging from oatmeal scrubs to African black soap formulations . Also provides oil-absorbing and mattifying benefits.

US Note

Allowed - not listed as prohibited or restricted

Assessment

Ratings

Comedogenic0/5
LowHigh
Irritancy0/5
LowHigh
Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
Shares 84012-26-0 (Avena sativa general CAS)
EC Number
281-672-4
INCI
AVENA SATIVA KERNEL MEAL
Category
Cosmetic Ingredient
Updated
Apr 23, 2026