If you love simple beauty recipes with ingredients that are easy to recognize and find, this clove, lemon, and baby oil blend is one of those viral DIY ideas that instantly gets attention. People are trying this popular beauty routine for its potential to deliver a soft, moisturized finish to the skin.
The concept is beautifully simple: whole cloves are infused into baby oil, and then a very small amount of fresh lemon is added for a bright, citrusy touch. The result is a lightly scented beauty oil that can be used on the body for a truly soft, smooth-looking, and moisturized feel.
You might have seen this DIY referred to online as a “natural Botox oil.” While this is a catchy viral hook, it’s important to understand that this DIY does not work like Botox and should be treated as a homemade moisturizing body oil rather than a wrinkle treatment. Our focus here is on achieving a healthy, radiant glow through natural hydration and nourishment!
What You’ll Need: The 3 Simple Ingredients
This glow oil uses everyday items, making it an accessible and affordable option for your beauty routine. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 3 tablespoons baby oil
- 1 teaspoon whole dried cloves
- 1–2 drops fresh lemon juice
Optional for a Gentler Version:
If you have sensitive skin or prefer to avoid citrus, you can skip the lemon entirely. The cloves and baby oil alone still offer wonderful moisturizing benefits.
How to Make Your DIY Glow Oil
Creating this glow oil is quick and easy. Follow these steps to prepare your nourishing blend:
Step 1: Add the Cloves
Place 1 teaspoon of whole dried cloves into a clean, dry glass jar. It’s crucial to keep the cloves whole rather than grinding them. Ground cloves can be much more irritating to the skin and are significantly harder to filter out later, which can leave tiny particles in your oil.
Step 2: Pour in the Baby Oil
Carefully add 3 tablespoons of baby oil into the jar with the cloves. Pour slowly until the cloves are completely submerged in the oil. Once the cloves are covered, seal the jar tightly. You’ll want to let this mixture infuse for a few days in a cool, dark place. This allows the beneficial properties and subtle aroma of the cloves to gently seep into the oil.
Step 3: Add Lemon Juice (Optional)
After the infusion period (typically 3-5 days), strain the cloves out of the oil using a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth. Now, add 1-2 drops of fresh lemon juice to the infused oil. Remember, a little goes a long way, especially with lemon. Mix gently to combine. If you skipped the lemon, your oil is ready after straining!
How to Use Your Glow Oil for Radiant Skin
Once your DIY clove and lemon glow oil is ready, you can incorporate it into your daily beauty routine. Apply a small amount to clean, damp skin after showering, massaging it in gently until absorbed. This oil is best used as a body moisturizer to help lock in hydration, leaving your skin feeling incredibly soft and looking radiant. Always do a patch test on a small area of skin first to ensure no irritation occurs, especially if you included lemon.
Enjoy the natural glow and soft feel that this simple, homemade beauty solution can bring to your skin!
