3 Ways to Use Lemon Peels for Skincare at Home

Do you always throw away the fresh lemon peels after squeezing the pulp and the juice?

Well, if you do so, take a few minutes to read this to find what wonders, these peels can do to your skin keeping in mind a few important things.

Whether you want to prepare a lemon face pack or take care of your skin at home, these peels are the essential ingredients you can use periodically to keep problems at a bay.

Why is lemon peel essential for your skin?

The lemon peels are the rich source of vitamin C, active enzymes, minerals and antioxidants that are healthful for your skin.

You can treat several facial skin problems with lemon fruit peels including wrinkles, patchy skin, dark spots, pigmentation, etc.

For many people, it is convenient to get the fresh peels at home, but preparing the lemon peel powder can be a tiresome job. Some face packs require adding finely powdered peels to get the best results especially if you are using it to treat complicated pigmentation naturally.

If you have severe oily skin problems, use lemon powder for pimples and acne treatment to get amazing results without exposing the delicate collagen to harsh chemical application.

1. Exfoliate Your Skin with Lemon Peels Powder

This remedy is especially beneficial for those who want to lighten their complexion.

You need

• 2tbsp curd
• 1tspn coarsely grounded lemon peels

Mix the ingredients finely in a non-metallic bowl and allow the peels to swell for a couple of minutes.

Apply on the entire face and neck avoiding the under eye skin.

Massage the skin softly in a circular motion for a few minutes.

Now allow the pack to set for 20 minutes to penetrate deep into the inner layers.

Rinse thoroughly to remove the residues properly. It will remove the excess oil and open the clogged pores for the skin to release the natural oils.

2. Natural Homemade Bleach for Sensitive Skin

You Need

• 1tsp finely grounded dried lemon peel powder
• Cucumber juice (as per requirement)
• 1tsp Multanimitti (fuller’s earth)
• 1tsp gram flour (Besan)

Mix all the ingredients properly in a bowl. Add cucumber juice as per requirement to make a smooth paste.

Clean your face properly with a mild face wash and dry properly. Now apply the bleaching mask evenly on the entire face and neck. After 30 minutes rinse off thoroughly with plain water to get clean problem-free complexion. Since this is herbal bleach with mild ingredients, you can use it twice a week.

3. Tan and Scar Removal Treatment

If your skin is prone to sunburns, tanning or has scars, use this pack twice a week to get awesome results.

You Need

• 1tbsp turmeric paste
• 1tsp lemon peel powder
• Rosewater

Mix all the ingredients well in a bowl. Add rosewater as per the requirement to make a soft paste. Apply this mask on the affected area and allow it to dry for 20 minutes. Use a mild moisturizing soap to remove the pack completely. Apply moisturizer after drying.

Always Buy Organic Lemon

While commercially prepared lemon powder readily available in the market is for external use only, there are many ways you can eat lemon fruit peels regularly.

Whether you are eating lemon peels or want to use for regular skincare at home, always buy organic fruit or powder packs.

If you are not using 100% organic products, insecticides, and other toxic preservatives can cause health problems, rashes, and allergies.