1. Natural All-Purpose Cleaner
Lemon peels are excellent for cleaning, thanks to their natural oils, which cut through grease and leave surfaces shiny.
- Ingredients:
- Lemon peels (from about 2-3 lemons)
- White vinegar
- Instructions:
- Place lemon peels in a jar and pour enough white vinegar to cover them.
- Seal the jar and let it sit for two weeks to infuse.
- After two weeks, strain the liquid and pour it into a spray bottle.
- Use this as an all-purpose cleaner for countertops, sinks, windows, and more.
2. DIY Lemon Peel Powder for Cooking
Lemon peel powder adds a burst of citrus flavor to recipes, teas, or as a zesty topping.
- Ingredients:
- Lemon peels (from about 4-5 lemons)
- Instructions:
- Dry the lemon peels by leaving them in the sun or in a low-heat oven (200°F or 95°C) until crisp.
- Grind the dried peels in a blender or grinder to make a fine powder.
- Store in an airtight container and use as needed to add flavor to recipes, smoothies, salads, or teas.
3. Skin-Brightening Scrub
With vitamin C and antioxidants, lemon peels are wonderful for a natural, skin-exfoliating scrub.
- Ingredients:
- Fresh lemon peel (from 1 lemon)
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Instructions:
- Grate the lemon peel finely.
- In a small bowl, mix the grated peel, sugar, and olive oil.
- Use this scrub on damp skin, gently massaging in circular motions.
- Rinse off to reveal softer, brighter skin.
4. Refrigerator Freshener
Lemon peels absorb odors, keeping your fridge smelling fresh.
- Instructions:
- Place a few lemon peel pieces in a small bowl.
- Leave it in the fridge, replacing every few days to maintain a fresh scent.
5. Digestive Health Tea
Lemon peel tea is soothing for digestion and immune-boosting.
- Ingredients:
- Lemon peels (from 1-2 lemons)
- 2 cups water
- Instructions:
- Boil lemon peels in water for 10 minutes.
- Strain and enjoy as a warm tea.
Give these a try, and enjoy the benefits of using lemon peels in new, sustainable ways!
Be the first to comment