murphyAvena sativa (Oat) peptide
AKA: Common Oat, Oat Peptide
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Occlusive
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Not Clean
OriginNative to Europe. Derived from oat seeds (Avena sativa) of the Poaceae grass family, primarily grown in Europe. Produced through enzymatic hydrolysis of oat proteins to create smaller peptide chains.
Avena Sativa (Oat) Peptide is a cosmetic ingredient used as film forming, hair conditioning, skin conditioning. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
CAS #
84012-26-0
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
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.
Boosts collagen production
Reduces fine lines
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR