Orange Peels Revisited

November 1, 2024 - Written by Dorothy "Louise" Beasley

Freshen Up Your Home with Orange Peels

1. Freshen Your Garbage Disposal:

• What You Need:

  • 5-6 orange peels

  • A pot of water

  • Spices (like cloves, cinnamon, star anise, or peppermint)

• Instructions:

  1. Boil the orange peels in a pot of water.

  2. Add your favorite spices.

  3. Let it simmer until the water reduces a bit.

  4. Pour the mixture into an open container or jar to use as a deodorizer in your home.

2. Use Dried Orange Peels for Body Care:

Drying Orange Peels:

• Spread orange peels in a single layer on a cookie sheet.

• Place in the oven at 200°F for 35-40 minutes.

• Let them cool to room temperature.

• Blend or grind the dried peels into a fine powder.

a. Body Scrub:

• Ingredients:

  • Dried orange peel powder

  • Coconut oil or milk (based on your skin type)

• Instructions:

  1. Mix a small amount of the orange peel powder with coconut oil for dry skin or milk for oily skin to make a paste.

  2. Apply to areas you want to soften.

  3. Rinse off with warm water, then splash with cold water to close your pores.

  4. Enjoy soft and smooth skin!

b. Facial Scrub:

• Ingredients:

  • Dried orange peel powder

  • Dried chickpeas (ground into powder)

  • Coconut oil or milk (based on your skin type)

• Instructions:

  1. Mix equal parts of dried orange peel powder and ground chickpea powder.

  2. Add a bit of coconut oil if your skin is dry, or milk if it’s oily.

  3. Apply to your face, neck, and collarbone.

  4. Let it dry, then use a warm, damp cloth to wipe it off.

  5. Finish with a splash of cold water to close your pores, helping to keep toxins out.

This scrub helps clear blackheads and refreshes your skin!