Discover 5 DIY clove-based skincare recipes: toner, gel, ice cubes, oil, and night serum — for a radiant, smooth, and glowing complexion.
Thanks to their antioxidant and antibacterial properties, cloves are a natural ally for healthy skin. This spice, used for centuries in both cooking and herbal medicine, can easily become a valuable ingredient in your beauty routine.
Here are five simple, homemade clove remedies that will help you achieve firmer, fresher, and more even-toned skin.
1. Clove Toner Spray
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon of cloves
- 1½ cups of water
- 1 teaspoon of rose water (optional)
- 2–3 drops of tea tree oil
- 1 teaspoon of aloe vera gel (optional)
Preparation: Boil the cloves for 5–7 minutes, strain, then add the remaining ingredients. Store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Use: Spray onto clean skin morning and evening.
Benefits: Purifies the skin, tightens pores, reduces excess oil, and improves firmness.
2. Soothing Clove Gel
Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon of clove powder or ground cloves
- 2 tablespoons of aloe vera gel
- 2 drops of tea tree oil
- 1 vitamin E capsule (optional)
Preparation: Mix all ingredients and store in the refrigerator for 7–10 days.
Use: Apply at night daily or every other day if you have sensitive skin.
Benefits: Helps with acne and redness, fades scars, and refines skin texture.
3. Clove and Mint Ice Cubes
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon of cloves
- 8–10 fresh mint leaves
- 2 cups of water
- 1 teaspoon of rose water (optional)
Preparation: Boil, strain, and pour the liquid into an ice cube tray to freeze.
Use: Glide one cube over your face in the morning, then apply moisturizer.
Benefits: Tones, refreshes, minimizes pores, and leaves your skin glowing.
4. Clove-Infused Oil
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon of lightly crushed cloves
- 3 tablespoons of carrier oil (coconut or jojoba)
- 1 vitamin E capsule (optional)
Preparation: Heat gently in a double boiler for 10–15 minutes, let rest for 1–2 days, strain, and store in a dark glass bottle.
Use: Apply 2–3 drops at night, either alone or mixed with your night cream.
Benefits: Boosts collagen production, softens fine lines, and restores radiance.
5. Clove Night Serum
Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon of clove toner
- 1 teaspoon of aloe vera gel
- 2 drops of tea tree oil
- 1 drop of clove oil
Preparation: Shake the bottle well before each use.
Use: Apply at night and leave on overnight, rinsing off in the morning.
Benefits: Works synergistically to brighten, even out, and illuminate your skin by morning.
Precautions
- Always patch-test your mixture on a small area of skin before applying to your face.
- Avoid contact with the eyes.
- If you have dry or sensitive skin, limit use to 3–4 times per week.
Cloves are a powerful natural remedy for blemishes, enlarged pores, and early signs of aging. With these simple DIY recipes, you can incorporate this aromatic spice into your daily skincare routine for fresher, firmer, and more luminous skin.
