Lemon Aid for Your Skin

[Aquilah]

"Go citrus with a refreshing burst of aromatic lemon. The fresh unisex scent is squeezing its way into cosmetics. The health benefits of this jack-of-all-trades essential oil are countless. Lemon is a natural astringent that is perfect for balancing oily complexions. Its natural acidity boosts shine when added to shampoo, and lemon's high citric acid content tones and exfoliates skin."

OUR PICKS

[*]Lemon oil provides antibacterial cleansing in C.O. Bigelow's Lemon Hand Wash; $12.

[*]Fresh-pressed lemon juice and other citric fruit acids balance skin pH levels in Weleda's Citrus Deodorant; $10.

[*]Lemonade Smile toothpaste from GoSmile contains lemon oil, a detoxifier for teeth and breath. Proceeds benefit Autism Speaks; $16.

[*]Italian lemons in Davies Gate Lemon Made Foot Cream make it a natural antibacterial, says creator Ellen Davies; $21.

[*]Burt's Bees Lemon Poppy Seed Facial Cleanser tones, exfoliates, and removes impurities, while poppy seeds polish skin surface; $8.

[*]Lemon-sculpted soaps from Gianna Rose smell refreshing; $30 for four.

When Life Hands You Lemons... concoct a beauty remedy! With an average 4 tablespoons of juice and 3 teaspoons of zest from a large lemon, you can create several easy beauty fixes, according to Patty Moosbrugger, author of Lemon Magic: 200 Beauty and Household Uses for Lemon and Lemon Juice.

• Nail Cleanser & Whitener
  
  Clean gardening dirt from under nails by inserting your fingertips in a lemon half. Twist them back and forth to remove grime. Afterward, soak nails in lemon juice for 5 to 10 minutes; then brush them with a mixture of equal parts white vinegar and warm water.
• Flyaway Tamer
  
  Calm hair static and flyaways. Mix 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon lime juice, and 1/2 cup water. Lightly spray on hair.
• Wrinkle Remedy
  
  This ancient anti-wrinkle formula is popular in France, notes Moosbrugger. Boil 1 cup milk, 2 teaspoons lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon brandy. While warm, use a pastry brush to apply to the face and neck; let it dry. Wash off and smooth on moisturizer.

SOURCE = October 2006 Issue of Better Homes and Gardens

 

[Little_Lisa]

Cool...thanks, Aquilah!

 

[Brownshugaz]

you can also splash lemon juice under your arms for added freshness

 

[littledebbie]

Very interesting.

 

[Retro-Violet]

hmmmmm this is an interesting article.

 

[NYchic]

i heard that lemon (plain old lemon) is good for clearing blemishes/ so when i was a teenager, i tried it and it was OK.

 

[goddess13]

That's an interesting article Aquilah, thanks for posting

 

[Jennifer]

thanks for posting!