{"id":507,"date":"2007-11-21T05:52:34","date_gmt":"2007-11-21T03:52:34","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dev.radioislam.org.za\/wordpress\/2007\/11\/21\/natural-skin-care-using-lemons\/"},"modified":"2007-11-21T05:52:34","modified_gmt":"2007-11-21T03:52:34","slug":"natural-skin-care-using-lemons","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/radioislam.org.za\/a\/natural-skin-care-using-lemons\/","title":{"rendered":"Natural skin care using lemons"},"content":{"rendered":"\n


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W<\/span>hen life gives you lemons, forget the lemonade. Yes forget the lemonade, since lemonade is rather cheap and fresh lemons can be used in so many other more useful ways. Instead of lemonade, you can actually use them for other purposes, such as beauty, health and cleaning of your home<\/span><\/a>. The humble lemons are capable of providing excellent flavour to foods. They can also be used to preserve and to bleach. In this article, however, we will focus on the many uses of lemons for beauty. <\/span><\/p>\n

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What lemon can do for your skin? <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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T<\/span>hey are widely used in home beauty preparations<\/span><\/a>. If you mix it with Aloe Vera, it can be used as a cleanser. Some people use them diluted with water as toners for oily skin. Though many experts and books recommend lemons for skin hyper-pigmentation<\/span><\/a> (darker areas in the skin or pregnancy marks), we do not recommend this use because it can irritate the skin. They can also be used as deodorants for the armpits or feet. <\/span><\/p>\n

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T<\/span>he list of the lemon's benefits is extensive. Although we are talking of fresh lemons here, lemon essential oil has the same properties and they can be used interchangeably. Let's take a quick look at some of its potential uses. Other benefits of lemons:   Its clean aroma helps to uplift our spirit and calm the nerves. However, it should not be used prior to sleeping since lemons make us energetic and uplifted.  <\/span><\/p>\n

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W<\/span>e have been discussing how lemons (that you can basically buy in a grocery store) can be excellent resources for all kinds of skin care treatments. <\/span><\/p>\n

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A<\/span>nything in excess is bad. So first and foremost, do not ingest it in large amounts because it may cause acidity<\/span><\/a>. Lemons as well as other citrus fruits cause skin photosensitivity<\/span><\/a> . In other words, it makes the skin more sensitive to the sun. For this reason if you apply lemon or lemon essential oil<\/span><\/a> to your skin do not expose your body to the sun for a few hours. Lemon can also irritate your skin, so exercise caution when applying undiluted over you face. And of course some people may be allergic to lemons.  <\/span><\/p>\n

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Some recipes to make at home <\/span><\/u><\/span><\/p>\n

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Hand and feet exfoliate<\/span><\/em> <\/span><\/p>\n

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M<\/span>ix lemon and brown sugar or salt and apply with a rubbing effect over hands and\/or feet especially in rough areas. Rinse with water and notice how fresh and soft the skin feels. Apply a body\/foot lotion thereafter. You may want to do this once a week if your hands and feet are in need of tender care.    <\/span><\/p>\n

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Facemask for normal or oily skin   <\/span><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

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T<\/span>his is what you will need: One small banana, a teaspoon of honey, and 8 drops of lemon (more if you prefer). Apply over clean face and leave it on for about 5 to 10 minutes. Cleanse it with warm water and apply toner and moisturizer<\/span><\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Solution for dark elbows and knee   <\/span><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

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A<\/span>re your elbows and knees a bit darker than the rest of your skin? The following recipe can help you to bring them back to their natural colour and make them soft. It can also be used on the feet. Take one tablespoon of a light vegetable oil such as almond or a light olive oil (You can also use canola oil), 15 drops of lemon juice or 4 drops of lemon essential oil, and one teaspoon of honey. Apply over clean skin. Leave it on for about 10 minutes and rinse with warm water. Remember lemon causes photosensitivity; so do this in the evening or do not expose yourself to the sun for a few hours after the treatment.    <\/span><\/p>\n

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Highlights<\/span><\/em>   <\/span><\/p>\n

L<\/span>emon can help you to create the highlight effect during summer. Lemons dry out the hair so be careful not use this recipe too often. Prepare ahead of time a cup with warm water and lemon juice (about one lemon should be enough but it depends how long your hair is). Application is very easy: after shampooing, apply the lemon water on the hair and leave it on.    <\/span><\/p>\n

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Nail problems <\/span><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

I<\/span>f your nails have stains or are weak, you may apply some lemon juice mixed with water, after washing them. Leave it on for a few minutes. If you do it frequently, it will help your nails look healthier and shiny.  Works great when you do not want to go to a nail salon<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Lemon essential oil<\/span><\/a> <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

T<\/span>his is one of the most commonly used essential oils. It is used in home fragrance, bath products<\/span><\/a>, perfumes<\/span><\/a> and cosmetics<\/span><\/a>. In clinical aromatherapy, it is considered as powerful oil. It is extracted from the lemon peel. Lemon essential oil is believed to have several uses, for instance, anti-depressant<\/span><\/a>, antiseptic, digestive, germicide, bactericide, carminative, diuretic, hepatic, depurative, anti-rheumatic, stimulant, and tonic. <\/span><\/p>\n

Uses of lemon essential oil <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

L<\/span>emon essential oil has many uses. Generally it is used in conjunction with other oils to create more powerful mixes or blends. It is used for oily skin<\/span><\/a>, freckles<\/span><\/a>, and weak nails<\/span><\/a>, to balance the nervous system, eliminate toxins<\/span><\/a>, to treat dandruff<\/span><\/a>, to reduce cellulite<\/span><\/a>, etc. In aromatherapy, it is believed that it helps to uplift and energize. So it is good oil to use in the morning or when we are feeling down. Its uplifting effect also helps people suffering from mild depression and sadness. It can also be used in soaps, exfoliates<\/span><\/a>, body lotions, oil burners, and compresses, among others. <\/span><\/p>\n

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I<\/span>n aromatherapy<\/span><\/a> lemon essential oil is considered a high note, meaning if it is mixed with other oils the first thing you will smell is the lemon. It combines well with lavender, pine, eucalyptus, fennel and juniper.    <\/span><\/p>\n

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