How to Use Lemon Peels for Everyday Benefits

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:
    1. Place lemon peels in a jar and pour enough white vinegar to cover them.
    2. Seal the jar and let it sit for two weeks to infuse.
    3. After two weeks, strain the liquid and pour it into a spray bottle.
    4. 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:
    1. Dry the lemon peels by leaving them in the sun or in a low-heat oven (200°F or 95°C) until crisp.
    2. Grind the dried peels in a blender or grinder to make a fine powder.
    3. 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:
    1. Grate the lemon peel finely.
    2. In a small bowl, mix the grated peel, sugar, and olive oil.
    3. Use this scrub on damp skin, gently massaging in circular motions.
    4. Rinse off to reveal softer, brighter skin.

4. Refrigerator Freshener

Lemon peels absorb odors, keeping your fridge smelling fresh.

  • Instructions:
    1. Place a few lemon peel pieces in a small bowl.
    2. 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:
    1. Boil lemon peels in water for 10 minutes.
    2. Strain and enjoy as a warm tea.

Give these a try, and enjoy the benefits of using lemon peels in new, sustainable ways!

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