Once you try this lemon sugar scrub you’ll never go back! One of my favorite beauty uses for lemon peels.

17. Create A Lemon Sugar Scrub

A lemon sugar scrub not only smells delightful, it brightens and softens your skin as well. All you need is some sugar, chopped lemon peel, and enough olive oil to make a paste. Use your DIY lemon sugar scrub before shaving or showering for silky smooth skin.

18. Soothe Travel Sickness

Suck on a piece of lemon skin to soothe a queasy stomach and overcome feelings of nausea.

19. Make Fire Starters

Bake discarded orange or lemon peels until they darken to turn them into natural, fragrant fire starters.

Related: How To Make Your Own Holiday-Scented Fire Starters

20. Clean Your Grater

Remove dried food from your grater by rubbing with the pulp side of a cut lemon.

21. Trash Can Deodorizer

Throw a few lemon peels in the bottom of your garbage can from time to time to keep it smelling fresh.

For even more lemon-scented tips and tricks, check out these 22 uses for lemons.

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