
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: