Clove oil has traditionally been used for a variety of purposes, including:
- as an antimicrobial, to help kill bacteria.
- as a pain reliever for conditions such as toothache and muscle pain.
- for digestive upset.
- to relieve respiratory conditions like cough and asthma.
Enriched with ample healing properties, clove oil has some amazing skin benefits. This oil helps in preventing and clearing out the existing acne along with reducing redness, pain, blemishes and marks. It helps in drawing out impurities from the pores, thus preventing future breakouts. Clove oil contains a compound called as eugenol that helps in treating acne. It fights the acne bacteria and helps in reducing swelling and redness.
How to use: Take few drops of clove essential oil and dab it on to your acne, use it like a spot treatment or just mix it with your cream. Don’t use clove oil directly if you have a sensitive skin.
Helps in fighting signs of ageing:
Clove oil helps in reducing the sagginess of the skin and prevents the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It is a powerful anti-aging ingredient used in most cosmetics. It removes the dead skin cells and helps in blood circulation, which indirectly or directly ensures a youthful and radiant looking skin. How to use: Take few drops of clove oil and mix with serum or cream. It is advised to use the clove oil during the night time.
Clove oil helps in removing or lightening the acne marks which helps in clearing out the skin. Regular use of clove oil can clear out the blemishes and ensure an even skin tone. It works as a chemical peel and exfoliates the dead skin, leaving your face clean and clear.
How to use: Take few drops of the clove essential oil and mix it with a carrier oil like almond or coconut oil. Massage it on to your face properly using circular motions to ensure a proper blood circulation. Repeat this every night before going to bed for best results.
Clove has an amazing aroma that helps in calming down the nerves and reducing stress. Aromatherapy is closely associated with beautiful and glowing skin. Stress is the biggest enemy for your skin, it not only makes your skin look dull and lifeless, but it also accelerates ageing of the skin. Try to stay calm and composed as much as you can for an overall healthy body and skin.How to use: Use clove essential oil as a perfume on your pulse points or just put few drops in your diffuser to experience the calming and soothing aroma of clove.