Health & Beauty
Lighten Your Locks
Naturally in the sun, mix lemon juice with a teaspoon of salt. Comb in and get ready to glow.
Natural Nail Care.
Make dull nails sparkle by soaking them in lemon juice for 10 minutes. Soften cuticles by steeping them in a mixture of 2 teaspoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon honey, and 1/2 cup warm water for 5 to 10 minutes. Rinse and dry.
Under the Weather?
Mix lemon juice with honey and hot water for a healthy dose of vitamin C.
Best Foot Forward!
To exfoliate calluses and rough spots on your feet, mix lemon pulp and brown sugar. Then rub, rinse and moisturize.
Elbow Groom!
Use emptied lemon halves to improve the looks of your elbows! Rest your elbows in squeezed-out lemon halves for 30 minutes. Rinse, then apply moisturizing lotion.
Aahh, Smooth Skin.
Make your own natural facial scrub by combining 1 tsp lemon juice, the zest from 1 lemon, 3 almonds, and 1 tsp honey. Blend in a food processor or blender until smooth. Massage into your face, rinse, and smile.
Banish Bad Breath.
Do what the Romans did, and gargle with a little lemon juice. Keep your toothbrush fresh with a nightly squeeze of lemon juice.
De Best Detox.
To an 8 oz. glass of water add 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 2 tablespoons maple syrup & a dash of cayenne pepper. Stir. Drink 6-10 glasses daily.