🧼 1. All-Natural Cleaner
Soak orange peels in white vinegar for about two weeks, strain, and pour into a spray bottle.
→ You’ll have a powerful citrus cleaner that cuts through grease and smells amazing!
🌬️ 2. Natural Air Freshener
Simmer orange peels with cinnamon sticks, cloves, and a splash of vanilla on the stove.
→ Instantly freshens up your kitchen or living room.
🕯️ 3. DIY Citrus Candles
Scoop out half an orange, keep the pith “stem” intact, fill with olive oil, and light it.
→ It makes a simple, fragrant candle that burns for hours.
🐜 4. Bug Repellent
Place bits of orange peel near windows, doors, or ant trails.
→ The limonene in the peel naturally repels insects like ants and mosquitoes.
🚽 5. Garbage Disposal Refresher
Drop a few orange peel pieces into your garbage disposal and run it with cold water.
→ Instantly deodorizes and freshens up your sink
💨 6. Fridge Deodorizer
Dry some peels and place them in a small mesh bag or bowl in the fridge.
→ They absorb odors and leave a light citrus scent.
🧴 7. Homemade Citrus Scrub
Grind dried orange peels into a powder and mix with sugar and coconut oil.
→ Makes a great exfoliating body or hand scrub.
🧺 8. Clothes Freshener
Place dried peels in a small cloth bag and tuck it into drawers or closets.
→ Keeps clothes smelling fresh with a hint of orange.
🪴 9. Compost Booster
Orange peels add nitrogen and other nutrients to your compost pile.
→ Just chop them up first to help them break down faster.
🧂 10. Zesty Seasoning
Dry and grind the peels into a fine powder to sprinkle on baked goods, marinades, or teas.
→ Adds a pop of citrus flavor to dishes and drinks.
