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Botanical Extract · Aqueous Hydroglycerin · 5% Loading

Avena Sativa Kernel Extract

Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract · 5% aqueous hydroglycerin stock

Avenanthramide and beta-glucan-rich Avena sativa kernel extract at fixed 5% loading in aqueous hydroglycerin stock. Colloidal-oat heritage for sensitive-skin soothing, barrier-comfort, and TEWL-support positioning - water-phase compatible in our preserved INCI extract, not a supplier-branded colloidal-oat SKU.*

  • Fixed 5% Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract in Water + Propanediol + Glycerin Extract or Hydroglycerin Extract base
  • Four preservation systems - 8 recipes total, all made-to-order
  • COA + SDS + TDS per base/preservative variant · 500 g to 17 kg
Base: Hydroglycerin Extract Full composition
Preservation: Linatural MBS-4 INCI breakdown
High-glycerin aqueous stock carrying 5% botanical extract - for formulas that want maximum humectancy without propanediol in the deck. Preserved with Linatural MBS-4 at 2%.
Target pH
4.5 – 5.1
Shelf life (RT · cold)
12–18 mo · 18–24 mo
Final INCI deck (this stock, ordered by %)
Glycerin, Water, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract, Propanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Benzoic Acid
Size: 500 g Formulation guide
1
Colloidal oat
Beta-glucan rich extract
COA & SDS
Every batch
Cosmetic grade
Aqueous hydroglycerin
Specifications

Everything you need on the technical data sheet.

INCI Name
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract
Common names
Cica · Gotu kola · Tiger grass
Loading
5% extract in hydroglycerin stock
Solubility
Aqueous / water phase
Appearance
Amber to brown aqueous fluid
pH (bulk material)
4.5 – 5.1
Add at
Cool-down < 40–45 °C
Shelf Life
12–18 mo RT · 18–24 mo refrigerated
Avena sativa botanical extract - oat hydroglycerin stock Avena sativa · Avenanthramides / beta-glucan
The extract

The colloidal-oat botanical trusted for sensitive skin.

Avena sativa is known as oat kernel and in consumer care as colloidal oat - a trade/context name, not an INCI designation. Formulate Labs ships Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract in our own preserved hydroglycerin stock; we do not sell or represent supplier-branded colloidal-oat SKUs.*

Dual mechanism: Avenanthramides modulate cytokine expression and histamine release for soothing appearance, while beta-glucan polysaccharides form a viscoelastic film that supports TEWL reduction and barrier-comfort positioning - the science behind colloidal-oat serums, creams, and baby-care leave-ons.*

Use levels: Dose 1.0% to 5.0% of this 5% hydroglycerin stock in leave-on formulas (0.05% to 0.25% extract as-is); up to 10.0% in rinse-off masks per formulation guidance.*

Market context: Symrise positions standardized avenanthramide extracts for neuro-cosmetic itch and redness stories; Silab markets oat polysaccharides as natural lifting tensors; Lipoid Kosmetik targets clean-beauty hydroglycerin oat decks. Formulators commonly pair oat with ceramides, panthenol, or allantoin for multi-functional soothing formulas.*

Pricing context: Public B2B liquid oat extracts typically run $55–$65/kg at mid volume and ~$30–$32/kg in bulk drums. Our 500 g / 1 kg / 17 kg ladder prices preserved 5% stock with the sample at ~65% of 1 kg.*

We ship a fixed 5% extract blend with selectable preservation - ready to meter into water-phase formulas at the use rates in the formulation guide below.*

5%
Fixed extract loading
2
Hydroglycerin bases
4
Preservation options
Aqueous
Water-phase compatible
Ingredient deck assessment

What this material is and isn’t.

Botanical
Oat kernel extract; avenanthramides and beta-glucan
Aqueous stock
Hydroglycerin carrier; water phase
Cruelty-free
No animal testing in our process
Cosmetic grade
For professional formulation use

These attributes are assessments based on the ingredient deck and the supplier information available to us. They are not third-party certifications. Trade names (colloidal oat, oat kernel) are cited for formulator context only - our product is the INCI extract in our suspension, not a supplier-branded colloidal-oat active.

Made to Order

Built fresh on our robotic platform.

Every lot is produced to order in our AI-powered robotic factory. Nothing sits on a warehouse shelf going stale - you get a date-of-manufacture-fresh batch every time.

01
Order placed
You pick a size and quantity. We confirm specs against your formulation if you have one.
02
Robotic production
Your inputs go in. We process, blend, and fill sealed packaging - all inside our AI-powered robotic factory.
03
Batch QC + COA
Every batch is tested for actives, pH, micro, and appearance. A batch-specific COA, SDS, and TDS ship with the order.
Why formulators reach for it

Science-backed cosmetic positioning.

Sensitive-skin soothing*
Avenanthramides modulate cytokine expression and inhibit histamine release - cosmetic positioning for calming visible irritation and itch sensation in leave-on sensitive-skin care.
Barrier film & TEWL support*
High-molecular-weight beta-glucans form a viscoelastic humectant network on the stratum corneum - supporting moisture retention and barrier-comfort appearance in creams and serums.
Antioxidant oat phenolics*
In-vitro literature on oat compounds cites antioxidant capacity and barrier-support activity - useful for daily defense and reactive-skin decks without drug anti-inflammatory claims.
Colloidal-oat trust signal*
Oat kernel extract carries decades of consumer familiarity in baby care and eczema-prone positioning - anchor for clean, gentle, and dermatologist-trusted formulation stories.

* Structure/function statements based on published cosmetic in-vitro studies. Not evaluated for, and not intended to, diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Published research

Peer-reviewed literature for due diligence.

Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract is documented in cosmetic peptide/protein literature. These are independent, third-party papers we link for formulators evaluating mechanism, tolerability, and published panel data. We did not conduct this research and do not guarantee replication in your finished formula.

Review
See PubMed record

See linked PubMed record

See journal record

Peer-reviewed reference cited in Deep Research evidence brief.

These citations are provided for informational and formulation-research purposes only. Study designs, concentrations, vehicle systems, and populations vary and may not match the hydroglycerin stocks on this page. Published results do not constitute FDA or EU cosmetic claim substantiation for your brand. Always review the primary literature and consult your regulatory counsel before making structure/function statements on finished products.

Composition

What’s in this hydroglycerin stock.

Bulk composition at fixed 5% Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract loading. Base carrier components scale proportionally when preservative is added; extract stays at 5%. Updates dynamically when you change base or preservation above. Full CAS disclosure is on the SDS/TDS for the selected variant (FL-ASE-W2-MBS4-5PCT-001).

Water · 44.053% Glycerin · 48.947% Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract · 5% Linatural™ MBS-4 · 2%
Water
CAS7732-18-5
Solvent
44.053%
Glycerin
CAS56-81-5
Humectant carrier
48.947%
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract
CAS84012-26-0
Active botanical extract (avenanthramide / beta-glucan rich)
5%
Linatural MBS-4
Multifunctional preservative
2%
Inside Linatural MBS-4
Propanediol
CAS504-63-2
1.7%
Ethylhexylglycerin
CAS70445-33-9
0.2%
Benzoic Acid
CAS65-85-0
0.1%
Formulation guide

Built for chemists who sweat the details.

Typical use rate (this stock)
1.0% – 5.0% of this 5% hydroglycerin stock in leave-on formulas (delivers approximately 0.05% – 0.25% extract as-is); up to 10.0% in rinse-off masks
pH compatibility
4.5 – 5.1 (stock target; finished-formula pH window 4.0 – 7.0 per stability data)
Solubility
Highly water-soluble - aqueous phase, hydroglycerin, and propanediol-enhanced bases
Temperature
Heat-sensitive avenanthramides - cold-process only; add during cool-down below 40–45 °C; store bulk cool, dry, and shielded from direct UV
Incompatibilities
Condensed tannins from certain botanical extracts - irreversible precipitation of oat proteins; avoid co-formulating with high-tannin actives
Pairs well with
Ceramides, panthenol, allantoin, bisabolol, niacinamide, our Sea Kelp Bioferment, gentle peptides
Self-preserving
Yes - 2% Linatural MBS-4. Boost preservation per your finished-formula needs

Documentation

SDS + TDS are issued per base and preservative combination. Links swap when you change selections above. COA is batch-specific and ships with the order.

Need something different?
Custom extract loading, alternate carriers, bulk sizing, or a regulatory packet - reach out and we’ll quote.
Compliance & safety

The fine print, in plain English.

What it’s for
Cosmetic raw material for water-phase skincare - colloidal-oat serums, barrier creams, calming lotions, and baby-care leave-ons at the use rates in the formulation guide. Not a finished consumer product.
Claims guidance
Cosmetic structure / function language only. Appropriate positioning includes soothing appearance, barrier-comfort, and antioxidant cosmetic stories. Do not make therapeutic claims (treats eczema, heals dermatitis, prescription drug claims). Trade names (colloidal oat) are context only - we sell the INCI extract, not supplier-branded colloidal-oat SKUs.
Storage
  • Store tightly closed, protected from light and heat.
  • Refrigeration optional for extended shelf life per TDS.
  • Aqueous botanical - monitor for color shift over time.
Regulatory
  • Finished-product INCI lists components in descending order per the selected variant deck.
  • Cosmetic function: skin conditioning agent, soothing agent.
  • Full blend composition disclosed on SDS/TDS (FL-ASE series).
  • CIR (2019) affirms oat-derived ingredients safe when formulated non-sensitizing; confirm compliance for your market.
Handling
Heat-sensitive avenanthramides - cold-process only; add below 40–45 °C. Avoid condensed-tannin botanical co-formulation. Store bulk cool, dry, and shielded from direct UV. Patch-test finished formulations per standard cosmetic protocol.
Questions
Documentation, regulatory, or custom sizing - email materials@formulatelabs.ai.

Statements contained on this page (including any marked with *) have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This product is a cosmetic raw material and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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