Spa Saturday: Homemade Oatmeal Facial Mask

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One thing I intend to make a priority this year is treating myself to more pampering time. I spend so much time taking care of everyone else, I seem to be my last priority. That really needs to change! So, that is what has inspired Spa Saturday. Every Saturday I'll share a simple way to pamper yourself at home, without breaking the bank.

The oatmeal Facial Mask is a trick I learned from my home economics teacher. The recipe is very simple.

Oatmeal Facial Mask

1/2 cup oatmeal, either quick cooking or regular

1/4 cup buttermilk or plain yogurt, I usually use buttermilk as it's what I have on hand most often

2 Tablespoons honey

Toss the oatmeal in the blender or food processor and process until it's a finely ground powder.

Combine wet ingredients and mix.

Add oatmeal to wet mixture and mix until you have a wet paste.

To use, simply moisten your face with warm water. Smooth oatmeal mask all over your face and even your neck if you desire. Leave the mask on for 15 minutes, then rinse off with warm water. This will leave your skin soft and glowing!