There's nothing quite as refreshing as a cold glass of lemonade on a hot summer day. It turns out you can revive your skin with lemon, too. Studies show lemon has a variety of skin care benefits. It's loaded with antioxidants and is also antimicrobial so it does a great job of protecting against environmental damage, brightening skin and curbing shine. Plus, the scent is uplifting and can seriously boost your mood.
Keep reading to see our favorite lemon-infused skin care products from facial cleansers to serums to face masks.
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This cleansing gel contains a powerful trio of lemon seed oil, lemon butter and lemon extract to get rid of even the most long-wearing makeup and sop up excess oil. It's the perfect cleanser if you have combination or oily skin.
Exfoliate your way to smoother, brighter skin. This dual-action scrub offers both chemical and physical exfoliation with a blend of glycolic and lactic acids, lemon peel and ultra-fine sugar. Holy basil and chamomile extracts ensure skin stays calm and soothed post-exfoliation.
Take these convenient wipes with you so you can cleanse on the go. They contain lemon extract and vitamin C to help make your face look less shiny and give your complexion a brightening boost.
Get glowing with these exfoliating pads formulated with lemon, manuka honey and glycolic acid. They help tone acne-prone skin, clear clogged pores and soothe irritation. Bonus: The pads are compostable.
