murphyAvena sativa (Oat) kernel protein
AKA: Common Oat, Oat Kernel Protein
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Occlusive
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Clean
OriginNative to Europe. Derived from oat kernels, members of the Poaceae grass family primarily cultivated in Europe. Extracted through enzymatic hydrolysis or mechanical processing of oat grain proteins into smaller peptide chains.
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Protein is a cosmetic ingredient used as film forming, hair conditioning, skin conditioning. Rated low hazard by EWG. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
CAS #
134134-87-5
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Creates Protective Barrier
Conditions Hair
Conditions Skin
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Wound Healing
Creates protective layer
Softens and detangles hair
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR