Clever Uses for Orange Peels!

Next time you eat an orange, save the peel! They are much more useful than you might think.

1. Orange peels are a natural deodorizer. Next time you cook and have persistent smells, place a small pan of orange peels inside your oven, set to 350 degrees and bake for 20 minutes. The lingering odor will be gone- leaving your kitchen smelling fresh!
2. Oranges are a natural stress reliever. Leave the peels out to dry, blend them, and sprinkle in your bath for a relaxing effect.
3. Do you have fixtures in your house that need polishing? Rub the inside of an orange peel on the fixtures such as shower heads, sink faucets, and lighting. They perfectly remove grease and fingerprints.
4. Summertime means bugs are out! Place pieces of the orange peel into a small container and keep them around your home to ward off pesky critters.
5. Did you know that orange peels contain D-limonene, which is an active ingredient to brighten your smile?

Which sounds most appealing to you? Try it and let us know how it worked.

*Thank you Women’s Daily Magazine for some of these great ideas!