Do you wash off after an oatmeal bath?

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Following an oatmeal bath, it is best to rinse off the body with lukewarm water. Once this has been done, you can quickly dab yourself dry using a towel. Avoid rubbing yourself dry with a towel as the rubbing motion can cause friction and further irritation to the skin.

Shortly after soaking in an oatmeal bath, you should apply a type of emollient skin moisturizer. For the best effect possible, use this cream no more than three minutes after exiting the bathtub.

If you would like to know more about the several advantages oatmeal baths can provide, take a look at our dedicated blog on the subject – What Are The Benefits Of An Oatmeal Bath?