Natural Apothecary: Lemons - Tips for Home, Health, and Beauty. Lemons! They can help treat your stuffy nose, brighten your furniture, and soothe your dried skin. If you're looking for more nontoxic, natural solutions for housecleaning, skincare, and herbal remedies, the lemon's got a lot to offer. 40 recipes here include a bruise balm, hand lotion, and cleaning solutions.