The residents of our Oceanside, CA apartments are busy people, which means they deserve to relax when they have some downtime. A little at-home pampering is great for the body and mind, after all. Fortunately, there are a lot of ingredients you probably already have in your home that can be mixed together to create great face masks. Let's take a look at some awesome options.

1. Banana Face Mask

Bananas are great for the inside of your body, but they do good things for your skin, too. Mash a banana in a bowl until it forms an even paste. Slather it onto your face, and let it sit for 10 to 20 minutes before rinsing it with cold water. If you feel so inclined, you might also want to add a 1/4 cup of plain yogurt and two tablespoons of honey, which is a natural acne fighter. 

2. Oatmeal Face Mask

Combine 1/2 cup of hot (not boiling!) water with 1/3 cup of oatmeal. Let the mixture sit for a few minutes, then add the following:

• 2 tablespoons of yogurt (plain)
• 2 tablespoons of honey
• 1 small egg white

Mix everything together, then apply a thin layer to your face. Let it sit for 10 to 20 minutes, then rinse with warm water. Be sure to have a strainer or colander below your face to catch the oatmeal chunks; you don't want to clog your sink.

3. Avocado Face Mask

Avocado is great for stressed-out skin. It's rich in vitamin E, which can help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Avocados also contain a significant amount of omega fatty acids — nutrients that help strengthen the skin barrier, which keeps your cells protected from the elements. To make a mask with this miracle ingredient, combine 1/2 ripe avocado, 1 teaspoon of plain yogurt and 1 teaspoon of honey. Mash the mixture together until it forms a paste, then apply it to your face. If your skin is ultra-dry, you can add a teaspoon or two of virgin olive oil.

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