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• Steps
• Method 1 of 8: What kind of peel can I use?
• Method 2 of 8: Lemon Peels
• Method 3 of 8: Orange Peels
• Method 4 of 8: Grapefruit Peel
• Method 5 of 8: Peel Citrus in the Kitchen
• Method 6 of 8: Zest in the household
• Method 7 of 8: Get Rid of Pests with Peel
• Method 8 of 8: Peel to Create Flavors
• Tips
• Warnings
• What do you need

There are a myriad of ways to use citrus peels, and by reading this article, you will learn about most of them.

Steps

Method 1 of 8: What kind of peel can I use?

1. 1 There are many types of citrus fruits: this is an orange, and a tangerine, and a grapefruit, and a lemon, and a lime, and a kumquat, and a citron, and a pomelo.
   • Always wash the peel thoroughly before using it. Whenever possible, buy and use (especially for food) organic fruits, if you cannot find them - be sure to wash the peel well to remove chemicals from its surface.
   • In the Warnings section you will find information about dermatitis and allergic reactions that may occur in response to the use of the peel.
2. 2 Use the rind of the kumquat.
   • Use the rind of the kumquat to make the marmalade. Take your favorite marmalade recipe, but use kumquat peels instead of orange peels.

Method 2 of 8: Lemon Peels

1. 1 Use lemon peel. Lemon peel is used so widely in everyday life that whole books are devoted to it.
2. 2 And you can start, for example, with these ideas:
   • Add crushed lemon zest to the bath - it will not only wash your skin and hair, but also give it a pleasant fresh scent.
   • Toss the lemon peel into the tea for a rich lemon flavor.
   • Prepare candied fruits.
   • Prepare cognac.
   • Add a few lemon peels as you roast the chicken for a spicy flavor and a pleasant smell.
   • Use lemon to garnish cocktails.

Method 3 of 8: Orange Peels

1. 1 Use orange peels. Orange peel also has a wide range of uses. Here are just some of the ways to use orange peels:
   • Put a few orange peels in a jar of brown sugar for better shelf life.
   • Prepare candied fruits.
   • Cook the jam.
   • Garnish salads, cocktails and drinks with orange peel.

Method 4 of 8: Grapefruit Peel

1. 1 Use grapefruit peels. Grapefruit peels can be used in the same way as lemons and oranges, but they can also be used in new ways:
   • Cut out figurines from the peel and decorate the salad with them - the salad will get a beautiful design and smell good.
   • Use the grapefruit rind to make marmalade, candy, or other sweets.
   • Squeeze the oil out of the peel and use it to make perfume.

Method 5 of 8: Peel Citrus in the Kitchen

1. 1 The zest can be used both for cooking and for cleaning the kitchen, and absolutely any citrus is suitable for these purposes:
   • Use the zest to flavor the water. Drop a few crusts into a jug of water and refrigerate. You will definitely love this water!
   • Use the peel of any citrus fruit for sweets that are delicious and healthy.
   • Use the zest to make marmalade, jam, or a flavorful sauce.
   • To prevent brown sugar from clumping, throw in a few peels of any citrus fruit in the jar.
   • To kill the bad smell, throw the zest of any citrus fruit into the trash bag.
2. 2 Use the tangerine peel to make tea (remember to wash the peel first).
   • Remove the peel from the tangerine.
   • Throw it in a mug and pour boiling water over it.
   • Enjoy your tea!

Method 6 of 8: Zest in the household

1. 1 Use citrus peels in your household.
   • The dried rind will help you quickly build a fire in your fireplace.
   • Put a few dried crusts in the closet with your clothes, and you can forget about the unpleasant smell for a long time.
   • Put a few peels in the bathroom for a pleasant citrus scent.
2. 2 Use the zest in the garden.
   • Compost citrus peels. Cut the zest into small pieces and it will rot faster. You can use any citrus zest. If you mix citrus peels with other ingredients, keep in mind that some people claim that orange oil (because it has antibacterial properties) slows down decomposition, but this claim has its own critics. Experiment and decide for yourself what to do.
   • Protect your flower beds from cats with the help of zest. Just place citrus peels in a few places and local cats and cats won't have any urge to dig into your beds.
   • Use the zest as a freshener.
   • Put a piece of peel in your mouth and chew it (preferably using lemon or orange peel) - this will significantly freshen your breath. You can easily replace mints and chewing gums with zest.
   • Boil water in a saucepan and throw in a few citrus peels - a pleasant aroma will spread not only in the kitchen, but throughout the house.
3. 3 Use zest to remove tar from your shoes.
4. 4Use the zest to make a smoothie - the drink will not only taste more delicious, but also healthier.

Method 7 of 8: Get Rid of Pests with Peel

1. 1 Use citrus peels to fight insects and annoying animals.
   • Rub the orange peel on your skin before bed and the insects won't bother you.
   • Pour the following cocktail into the anthill: In a blender, combine the peel of two or three oranges with a glass of warm water.
   • Rub the zest on the leaves of plants, and cats will not come up to them.
   • To prevent moths from starting up in the closet, keep a few citrus rind in there.

Method 8 of 8: Peel to Create Flavors

1. 1 Use the zest as the source of a pleasing citrus scent.
   • Use dried zest to make sachets.
   • Powdered zest can be used for aromatherapy.
   • Use the peel oil extract to make perfume.
   • Make summer citrus soap.

Tips

• Sew a few pieces of dried orange peel into a clean sock and use it as a sachet.
• Use half a lemon to disinfect cutting boards.
• Make a skin scrub by mixing lemon juice with sugar.
• Citron is valuable precisely because of its peel.
• Try peeling the sink with lemon zest.

Warnings

• Do not use the peel if it has mold on it - it can be unsafe for your health.
• Grapefruit can affect how some medicines work. Therefore, before using grapefruit (pulp or zest), be sure to consult your doctor.
• To get 0.5 kg of oil, you need to use not a lot, not a little, but 1200 lemons!
• Be careful! The zest can cause an allergic reaction in the form of irritation, rashes, blisters and even swelling. If a reaction occurs, be sure to talk to your doctor.
• Lime oil can cause dermatitis.

What do you need

• Citrus peel
• Knife
• Liquid for washing vegetables and fruits