Zest Up Your Skincare Routine: 10 DIY Lemon-infused Recipes for Radiant Skin
Here are 10 refreshing DIY skincare recipes starring the versatile lemon fruit:
1. Lemon & Honey Exfoliating Scrub
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions:
- Mix lemon juice and honey.
- Add sugar for texture.
- Gently scrub face, rinse with warm water.
2. Lemon & Yogurt Brightening Mask
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
Instructions:
- Combine all ingredients.
- Apply to face, leave for 15 minutes, and rinse.
3. Lemon & Cucumber Cooling Toner
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup cucumber juice
- 1/4 cup witch hazel
Instructions:
- Mix lemon juice, cucumber juice, and witch hazel.
- Apply with a cotton pad as a toner.
4. Lemon & Olive Oil Moisturizing Serum
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions:
- Combine lemon juice and olive oil.
- Apply as a moisturizing serum before bed.
5. Lemon & Aloe Vera Soothing Gel
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon aloe vera gel
Instructions:
- Mix lemon juice and aloe vera gel.
- Apply to sunburned or irritated skin.
6. Lemon & Green Tea Facial Mist
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup brewed green tea
- 1/4 cup distilled water
Instructions:
- Mix lemon juice, green tea, and water.
- Pour into a spray bottle for a refreshing mist.
7. Lemon & Egg White Pore-Tightening Mask
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 egg white
Instructions:
- Whisk egg white until frothy.
- Add lemon juice, apply to face, leave for 15 minutes, and rinse.
8. Lemon & Honey Acne Spot Treatment
Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
Instructions:
- Mix lemon juice and honey.
- Apply to acne spots, leave overnight, and rinse in the morning.
9. Lemon & Sea Salt Foot Scrub
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup sea salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions:
- Mix lemon juice, sea salt, and olive oil.
- Use as a foot scrub for smooth feet.
10. Lemon & Clay Detoxifying Mask
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon bentonite clay
- 1 teaspoon honey
Instructions:
- Mix lemon juice, bentonite clay, and honey.
- Apply to face, leave for 15 minutes, and rinse.
Remember to patch-test any new skincare recipe and discontinue use if irritation occurs. Enjoy the citrusy benefits of lemons in your skincare routine!
- Danielle Lasit