Written by Priyanka Ganwani | Updated : June 29, 2015 4:20 PM IST
Lemons are packed with antibacterial and antifungal properties that make it a great cleansing and bleaching agent. Adding lemon to your beauty needs is a great way of they certainly save your from spending an exorbitant amount on various beauty products. Here is how you can use lemons to your benefit:
Lemon and honey face pack for acne and blackheads - The easiest and most effective way to clear your skin from acne and blackheads is with a quick mix of lemon and honey. Add a few drops of honey to the juice of half a lemon and apply it to the affected areas. Wash it off within 10 minutes of application.
Lemon with baking soda for teeth whitening - Lemon juice has bleaching properties while baking soda helps scrub out the yellow stains gently. To whiten your teeth, dip an ear bud or Q-tip in a mixture of lemon and baking powder and apply on teeth. Don’t leave the mixture on for more than 1 minute as it could affect your tooth enamel. Gently brush your teeth afterwards.
Lemon and coconut oil head massage - Along with the goodness of coconut oil for hair care, a few drops of lemon could transform your hair into lustrous, shiny locks. Lemon improves hair growth by increasing blood circulation in the scalp, so a head massage with coconut oil and lemon juice would work wonders for hair growth.
Lemon and coconut water as a clarifying moisturiser – For a refreshing, quick face wash, mix some lemon juice with fresh coconut water. Coconut water helps hydrate your skin while a few drops of lemon juice can brighten your skin tone. Take a small bowl with coconut water, add 2-3 drops of lemon juice and mix well.
Lemon and apple cider vinegar anti-dandruff shampoo – Lemon juice is the key ingredient that helps eradicate dandruff and treat dry scalp problems. To four tbsp of apple cider vinegar, add an equal amount of lemon juice. Rinse your scalp and hair thoroughly with this natural shampoo. Finally, wash your hair with lukewarm water.
Lemon and olive oil as nail strengtheners - If your nails are turning brittle and yellow by the day, soak them in a soothing mixture of olive oil and lemon. Lemon has strong bleaching properties and could reduce the appearance of yellow stains. Similarly, olive oil moisturises and leaves your nails looking healthier. Take a mid-sized bowl filled with olive oil and squeeze out 4-5 drops of lemon juice to it. Soak in for 7-10 minutes and wash off with lukewarm water.
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