Colloidal oat-based skincare help to address critical health condition
Kenvue hosted ‘Oat Nature Lab’, a scientific immersion in association with the Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP) Delhi on the importance of advancing evidence-based daily sensitive skincare regimens for children and the critical of role of colloidal oat-based skincare to address this critical health condition.
Attended by India’s leading paediatricians, dermatologists, and healthcare professionals, ‘Oat Nature Lab’ brought to the fore the latest scientific research, real-world experiences, and evidence-backed practices around paediatric skin care science and the superiority of colloidal oatmeal in managing sensitive skin in children.
Concurring on the growing clinical confidence around colloidal oat-based emollients, the experts highlighted its positive outcomes in sensitive skin management in providing relief, helping repair the skin barrier and moisturisation. Experts emphasised the importance of holistic solutions tailored to the child’s sensitivity profile, including choosing the right ingredients with formulations.
Dr Pankaj Garg, President, IAP Delhi, “Given the rise in paediatric sensitive skin conditions, there is an urgent need to strengthen awareness amongst both the paediatric community and parents. The Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP) has put in place standardised guidelines to better manage sensitive skin, emphasising gentle care, avoidance of irritants and harsh products along with regular usage of emollients containing ceramides, lipids and natural colloid oatmeal, making it a cornerstone in the management of paediatric sensitive skin conditions. We complement Kenvue for its continued efforts to enhance science and educational initiatives to improve awareness about skin health in children.”
Spotlighting case studies from paediatric and dermatological lens, Dr Arun Wadhwa, a seasoned paediatrician and Dr Sheilly Kapoor illustrated practical challenges in treating sensitive skin conditions and successful interventions like complete emollient therapy, which help reduce the need of steroids, impact on a baby’s quality of life.
The session was moderated by Dr AR Somashekar, along with renowned dermatologists Dr.Sanjiv Kandhari and Dr Sheilly Kapoor and renowned paediatric allergist Dr Neeraj Gupta shared best practices on integrating colloidal oat into daily paediatric skincare routines, both in-clinic and at-home.
Manoj Gadgil, Business Unit, Essential Health and Skin Health, and Vice President Marketing, Kenvue said, “At Kenvue, we are committed to everyday care. Sensitive skin conditions, especially in babies, critically impact the overall well-being of a child as well as their families. However, there continues to be limited awareness about sensitive skin conditions and necessary measures to manage them. Over the years, Aveeno Baby has been committed to raising awareness about sensitive skin conditions. ‘Oat Nature Lab’, our global-first-of-its-kind scientific immersion around oats efficacy marks a significant step towards strengthening awareness about sensitive skin conditions in the paediatric population.”
Dr Dilip Tripathi, Regional Head, Baby & Women’s Health Research & Development, Kenvue said, “For generations, Kenvue has been advancing science around colloidal oatmeal in addressing sensitive conditions to help restore, nourish and protect a baby’s skin. While many sensitive skin ingredients simply moisturise, oat provides relief to dry, itchy skin and helps restore the skin’s natural ceramide balance and microbiome. We remain committed to working closely with paediatricians and dermatologists to strengthen awareness and provide innovative, science-backed solutions in managing these conditions to improve overall health outcomes of children.”
