Cloves are packed with antioxidants and antibacterial properties, making them a powerful natural ingredient for fighting acne, controlling excess oil, tightening skin, and slowing down signs of aging.
With just a few simple, natural ingredients, you can create an entire skincare routine at home using cloves in five different forms: toner spray, gel, ice cubes, face oil, and night serum.
1. Clove Toner Spray (For Acne and Firming Skin)
Ingredients:
1 tablespoon cloves
1½ cups water
1 teaspoon rose water (optional, for fragrance)
2–3 drops tea tree oil
1 teaspoon aloe vera gel (optional, for soothing)
Method:
1. Boil cloves in water for 5–7 minutes until the color changes.
2. Allow it to cool, then strain.
3. Add tea tree oil and aloe vera gel, mix well.
4. Pour into a spray bottle.
How to Use:
Spray onto cleansed skin twice a day.
Keep refrigerated and use within 5–7 days.
Benefits:
Kills acne-causing bacteria
Minimizes pores
Controls oil and firms skin
2. Clove Gel (Wrinkle-Fighting and Radiance Boost)
Ingredients:
1 teaspoon clove powder (or grind whole cloves)
2 tablespoons aloe vera gel (fresh or pure store-bought)
2 drops tea tree oil
1 vitamin E capsule (optional)
Method:
1. Mix clove powder with aloe vera gel.
2. Add tea tree oil and vitamin E, stir well.
3. Store in a small container in the fridge (lasts 7–10 days).
How to Use:
Apply a thin layer at night on problem areas.
Use daily or every other day if skin is sensitive.
Benefits:
Soothes acne breakouts
Reduces redness and swelling
Fades scars and dark spots
3. Clove and Mint Ice Cubes (Refreshing and Pore-Reducing)
Ingredients:
1 tablespoon cloves
8–10 mint leaves
2 cups water
