If you’re looking for a simple homemade beauty recipe, this Clove + Rose Water Facial Toner from the video uses just two main ingredients to create an aromatic botanical facial water.

The video shows whole cloves soaked in rose water, then the infused liquid is applied to the face as part of a daily skincare routine. This recipe is mainly aimed at helping the skin feel fresh, clean, refreshed, and smoother-looking.

Here is the full recipe based on the preparation shown in the video.

🌹 Ingredients

You only need two main ingredients:

• Whole cloves
• Rose water

You will also need:

• A clean glass jar with a lid
• Clean spoon
• Fine strainer
• Small clean bottle for the finished toner

For a small batch, you can use approximately:

• 1–2 tablespoons whole cloves
• ½ cup rose water

It’s better to prepare a small quantity at a time.

🌿 Why Combine Cloves and Rose Water?

This recipe combines the refreshing qualities of rose water with the naturally aromatic compounds found in cloves.

The basic idea is:

Whole Cloves + Rose Water → Infusion → Botanical Facial Water

As the cloves sit in the rose water, some of their water-soluble and aromatic components move into the liquid, gradually changing its color and aroma.

🌿 What Do Cloves Add?

Cloves are a strongly aromatic spice containing plant compounds such as eugenol.

They’re commonly used in traditional homemade beauty preparations.

In this recipe, the cloves are infused rather than ground into a paste, making the finished product easier to use as a facial water.

Because cloves can be strong on sensitive skin, there’s no need to use an excessive quantity.

🌹 What Does Rose Water Do?

Rose water is commonly used in cosmetic products and traditional beauty routines as a refreshing facial mist or toner.

Depending on the product formulation, it can help skin feel:

• Refreshed
• Lightly hydrated
• Softer
• More comfortable

It also provides the characteristic floral scent of this recipe.

Choose a rose water product intended for cosmetic/skincare use when possible.

🥣 How to Make Clove + Rose Water Facial Toner

Step 1 – Add Whole Cloves to a Clean Jar

Place approximately 1–2 tablespoons of whole cloves into a clean glass jar.

The video uses a generous layer of cloves at the bottom of the container.

There’s no need to grind them.

Keeping the cloves whole also makes the final mixture easier to strain.

🌹 Step 2 – Pour in the Rose Water

Pour approximately ½ cup of rose water over the cloves.

Make sure the cloves are sufficiently submerged.

You can adjust the quantity depending on the size of your container, but maintain a relatively mild infusion rather than filling the jar almost entirely with cloves.

🥄 Step 3 – Stir the Mixture

Use a clean spoon to stir the cloves and rose water thoroughly.

This helps distribute the cloves throughout the liquid.

After stirring, close the jar.

⏳ Step 4 – Allow the Cloves to Infuse

Leave the cloves in the rose water so their aromatic compounds can infuse into the liquid.

As the infusion develops, you may notice the rose water becoming slightly darker.

For a homemade version, you can start with a short infusion of several hours rather than making an extremely concentrated preparation.

🧺 Step 5 – Strain the Facial Water

Once the rose water has infused, strain out the whole cloves.

Use a fine strainer so that the finished toner contains only liquid.

Don’t rub loose clove pieces directly over the face.

🫙 Step 6 – Transfer to a Clean Bottle

Pour the strained Clove + Rose Water Toner into a clean bottle.

A small spray bottle can make application easier, or you can use a regular bottle and apply the toner with clean hands or a cotton pad.

✨ How to Use It

The video demonstrates applying the preparation directly to the face and gently massaging it into the skin.

For a simple routine:

1. Wash your face with a gentle cleanser.

2. Pat the skin dry.

3. Apply a small amount of the Clove + Rose Water Toner.

4. Gently pat or massage it over the skin.

5. Allow it to settle.

6. Follow with your normal moisturizer.

The routine becomes:

Cleanse → Clove & Rose Water → Moisturizer

During the daytime, finish with sunscreen.

📅 How Often to Use It

Although the video suggests daily use, cloves can be quite strong for some skin types.

A more cautious starting point is:

2–3 times per week

If your skin tolerates it comfortably, you can decide whether you want to use it more frequently.

You don’t need to apply a large amount each time.

🌹 Potential Benefits of Clove + Rose Water

💦 1. Refreshes the Skin

One of the easiest ways to use this recipe is simply as a refreshing botanical facial water.

Rose water gives the skin a light, fresh feel after cleansing.

✨ 2. Helps Skin Feel Softer

Following cleansing with a gentle facial water and moisturizer may help prevent the skin from feeling excessively dry or tight.

The result can be a softer, more comfortable complexion.

🌿 3. Provides Botanical Antioxidant Compounds

Cloves contain naturally occurring plant compounds, including eugenol and other phenolic compounds.

This is one reason cloves are frequently used in traditional botanical preparations.

🌹 4. May Help Dull-Looking Skin Feel Refreshed

The combination works nicely as part of a simple self-care routine when your complexion feels tired or dull.

After applying the toner and moisturizer, the skin may look fresher and more hydrated.

🧼 5. Works as a Simple Post-Cleansing Step

You can use the toner between cleansing and moisturizing:

Cleanser → Toner → Moisturizer

This makes it easy to incorporate into an existing skincare routine without adding many additional steps.

🌙 Morning or Night?

You can use the recipe as part of either routine if your skin tolerates it.

Morning

Cleanse → Clove + Rose Water → Moisturizer → SPF

Evening

Cleanse → Clove + Rose Water → Moisturizer

If you’re trying the recipe for the first time, evening use makes it easier to observe how your skin responds.

🧊 Storage Tips

Because this is a homemade water-based preparation, make small fresh batches rather than preparing enough for several weeks.

Store the strained toner in a clean, tightly closed bottle in the refrigerator.

Avoid touching the inside of the bottle or introducing dirty fingers into the liquid.

If you notice changes in:

Smell • Color • Cloudiness • Texture

discard the batch and make a fresh one.

⚠️ Important Note About Cloves

Cloves are potent and can irritate some skin types.

Always patch test the finished toner first.

If you experience burning, strong stinging, redness, itching, or irritation, wash it off and discontinue use.

Also avoid applying the mixture close to the eyes or on broken or irritated skin.

Use whole cloves, as demonstrated in the video, rather than replacing them with concentrated clove essential oil.

🌹 Recipe at a Glance

INGREDIENTS

🌿 1–2 tbsp whole cloves
🌹 ½ cup rose water

HOW TO MAKE

Add cloves to jar → Pour in rose water → Stir → Allow to infuse → Strain → Transfer to clean bottle.

HOW TO USE

Cleanse face → Apply a small amount → Gently pat/massage → Follow with moisturizer.

MAIN USES

✨ Refreshes the complexion
💦 Provides a light hydrating skincare step
🌿 Adds botanical compounds from cloves
🌹 Helps skin feel soft and refreshed
🧴 Easy to use before moisturizer

✨ Final Thoughts

This Clove + Rose Water Facial Toner is one of the simplest beauty recipes to prepare at home.

With only:

Whole Cloves + Rose Water

you can create a botanical facial water to use between cleansing and moisturizing.

The key is to keep the recipe mild, make small fresh batches, and see how your individual skin responds to cloves.

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