3 Step Clove Collagen Skin Care

Clove is one of the most powerful natural skin-reviving ingredients because of its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. When used correctly in safe, diluted forms, it helps the skin look firm, youthful, brighter and smoother. When paired with aloe vera, rose water, green tea and glycerin, it creates a complete collagen-supporting routine that improves hydration, reduces dullness, and enhances skin texture.
This 3-step DIY routine uses Pore Tightening Ice Cubes, a Collagen Gel, and a Collagen Boosting Toner to give the skin a visible glow, softness and wrinkle-free appearance.

1) Pore Tightening Ice Cubes

Goal: Instantly refresh the skin, reduce puffiness and temporarily minimize the appearance of large pores.

Ingredients required

  • 1 cup strong green tea (cooled completely)

  • ½ cup rose water

  • 1 tbsp clove infusion (made by steeping 4–5 cloves in hot water)

  • 1–2 tsp aloe vera gel

  • 1 tsp cucumber juice

  • ½ tsp glycerin

Procedure

  1. Brew green tea and let it cool fully.

  2. Add rose water, clove infusion, aloe gel, cucumber juice and glycerin.

  3. Mix well and pour into an ice tray.

  4. Freeze overnight.

Instructions

  • After cleansing, glide one ice cube over your face and neck for 30–60 seconds.

  • Do not hold the ice cube on one area for too long.

  • Pat dry and follow with the collagen gel.

Benefits

  • Reduces puffiness and gives an instant “fresh face” look.

  • Cold tightens the appearance of pores temporarily.

  • Green tea, cucumber and aloe soothe and calm irritated skin.

  • Deep hydration from glycerin helps the skin look supple and smooth.

  • Adds a natural glow and improves product absorption in the next steps.

2) Collagen Gel for Wrinkle-Free Baby Soft Skin

Goal: A lightweight gel that deeply hydrates, softens and makes the skin look youthful and smooth.

Ingredients required

  • 3 tbsp aloe vera gel

  • 1 tbsp rose water

  • 1 tsp green tea concentrate

  • ½ tsp glycerin

  • ¼ tsp vitamin E oil (1–2 capsules)

  • 10–12 drops clove water or 1 drop clove essential oil diluted in 1 tsp carrier oil (jojoba/almond)

Procedure

  1. Mix aloe vera gel, rose water and green tea concentrate until smooth.

  2. Add glycerin and vitamin E oil.

  3. Add clove water or pre-diluted clove essential oil and mix thoroughly.

  4. Store in a clean jar and keep refrigerated for 7–10 days.

Instructions

  • Apply a pea-sized amount on clean, slightly damp skin.

  • Massage gently over the face and neck until absorbed.

  • Use morning and night, followed by moisturizer or facial oil if desired.

Benefits

  • Leaves the skin baby soft, bouncy and deeply hydrated.

  • Helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles with regular use.

  • Strengthens the skin barrier and improves elasticity.

  • Green tea and vitamin E help protect from dullness and environmental damage.

  • Clove boosts glow, firmness and smoothness when used in safe dilution.

3) Collagen Boosting Toner

Goal: Hydrate, soothe and prep the skin while delivering collagen-supporting antioxidants.

Ingredients required

  • ½ cup rose water

  • ¼ cup distilled water

  • 1 tbsp clove infusion (strained)

  • 1 tbsp rice water

  • 1 tsp green tea (strong brew)

  • ½ – 1 tsp glycerin

Procedure

  1. Combine rose water and distilled water in a spray bottle.

  2. Add clove infusion, rice water, green tea and glycerin.

  3. Shake well and refrigerate for up to 7 days.

Instructions

  • After cleansing or ice cube treatment, mist or pat the toner onto the skin.

  • Let it absorb naturally and follow with the collagen gel.

  • Use once or twice daily.

Benefits

  • Deep hydration makes skin look plump and youthful.

  • Rose water calms redness and irritation.

  • Rice water adds silky softness and brightness.

  • Green tea supports skin firmness and glow.

  • Clove adds anti-inflammatory and antioxidant support for firmer-looking, wrinkle-free skin.

Routine Schedule

Morning Routine

  1. Cleanse your face.

  2. Apply the Collagen Boosting Toner.

  3. Apply the Collagen Gel.

  4. Follow with your regular moisturizer.

  5. Finish with sunscreen.

Night Routine

  1. Cleanse your face.

  2. (Optional) Use the Pore Tightening Ice Cube for 30–60 seconds.

  3. Apply the Collagen Boosting Toner.

  4. Apply the Collagen Gel.

 

Safety & Pro Tips

  • Clove is potent — always use in dilution and patch-test before full application.

  • Avoid applying clove products on broken, irritated or extremely sensitive skin.

  • Always store DIY skincare refrigerated and remake fresh every 7–10 days.

  • For best anti-aging results, never skip sunscreen in the daytime.