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• To step
• Method 1 of 2: Make lemon oil on the stove
• Method 2 of 2: Make cold-pressed lemon oil
• Necessities
• Warnings

Lemon oil is a versatile cleanser and skin care product that you can simply make at home. To make lemon oil, you will need coconut oil, grape seed or sweet almond oil, as well as some lemons and a jar that you can close airtight with a lid. You can make lemon oil on the stove if you want a quick method or you can make cold pressed lemon oil, which takes 2 weeks. When the lemon oil is ready, you can use it to clean countertops and floors, put the oil in your bath, or spray it on your face to soothe and nourish your skin.

To step

Method 1 of 2: Make lemon oil on the stove

1. Wash and dry 5 or 6 lemons. Remove the stickers from the lemons and rinse them under a cold tap. While rinsing, scrub the lemons with a sponge or vegetable brush to remove pesticides and dirt. Then dry the lemons with a cloth or paper towels.
   • Cleaning the lemons will prevent pesticides from getting into your lemon oil.
2. Let the oil cool for 2-3 hours. Wear oven gloves to handle the hot bowl. Turn off the stove and remove the bowl from the pot of water. Place the bowl of oil on your counter and cover it with aluminum foil or plastic wrap.
   • Wait with the next step until the oil has cooled to room temperature.
3. Place the pot in a dark, cool place. Store the lemon oil in a cool, dark place like the refrigerator or pantry. You can keep the lemon oil for up to a month before it spoils.

Method 2 of 2: Make cold-pressed lemon oil

1. Clean 5-6 lemons under the cold tap. Rinse the lemons under cold water and scrub them with a rough sponge or vegetable brush. Remove the stickers from the lemons and dry the fruit with a cloth or paper towels.
   • Cleaning the lemons ensures that your lemon oil is pure and not contaminated with harmful pesticides.
2. Store the oil in a cool, dark place for up to a month. Keep the oil in an airtight jar and put the jar in the refrigerator or kitchen cupboard. You can now use the oil as a cleaning agent or as a natural skin care product.

Necessities

• Lemons
• Zester, vegetable peeler or paring knife
• Pan
• Water
• Cheesecloth or strainer
• Jar with a lid

Warnings

• Using lemon oil on your skin can make your skin more sensitive to UV rays. Therefore, always use a good sunscreen if you plan to go outside.