· Skincare
– As blackhead removal
Lemon juice has a high acid content and antibacterial properties, which can help treat inflammation and dissolve blackheads. However, you must avoid this treatment if you have dry and sensitive skin since a lemon’s acid can cause redness and remove oil from the skin.
– For lightening scars
Apply lemon juice on your acne scars or other scars on your body with the help of a cotton ball and allow it to dry. Use this treatment every day for at least 2-3 months and you can see a major difference. However, don’t try it on a dry and sensitive skin
– Toner
Mix two tbsp. of lemon juice with ½ cup of diced cucumber and three cups of cold water. Mix and apply using a cotton ball when your skin needs to be freshened.
– Exfoliator
Mix lemon juice with honey, olive oil and sugar and use it as an exfoliator to remove dead skin from your body. You can use it once a week.
· Haircare
– Clarifying treatment for dull strands
Apply juice of one lemon after you’ve shampooed your hair with your hands from root to tip. Lemon juice is a great cleanser and can also, bring shine to your hair while making it soft and smooth.
– As natural bleach
The citric acid in lemon juice is a natural bleach or oxidizing agent. It whitens hair by chemically reducing your hair’s colour pigment. It shows faster effects when exposed to the sun.
– Reduce oil and dandruff
Lemon juice contains citric acid which helps in absorbing excess oils that lead to this common scalp condition called dandruff. Use lemon juice while washing your hair and apply it to your roots to treat dandruff.
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