With the discovery of antimicrobials in the 1940s, scientists prophesied the defeat of infectious diseases that had plagued humankind throughout history. However, the remarkable healing power of antibiotics invites widespread and often inappropriate use.
Lemongrass is one of the most popular soap making herbs. A small amount of essential oil mixed in your homemade soap recipes adds a mild, yellowish-green, hue with a potent lemon scent. Lemongrass is a natural astringent. It minimizes pores and firms skin. It helps get rid of blackheads and relieve acne.
2. Make a lemon mask. A mask will let the acidic part of the lemon slowly seep into pores and gradually change the complexion of the skin. 1  For a skin-lightening mask, mix together 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 tablespoon tomato juice, 1 tablespoon cucumber juice, and 1 tablespoon sandalwood paste into a paste.queeze the lemon juice into a bowl. Poke small but deep holes in the lemon half with a knife.This will make it easier to squeeze the juice from it. 1  Use a cotton ball to soak up the lemon juice, rub the lemon juice onto the area you wish to lighten. 2  This could be your face, neck, or anywhere else you wish to lighten.