At 54, I have smoother skin, a more radiant complexion, and an energy that even my thirty-something colleagues envy. No, I haven't had any surgeries or spent a fortune on beauty salons. My secret is in a bottle... and it's made in my own kitchen. It's called clove oil, a little natural gem that our grandmothers used and that we're now rediscovering with wonder. Discover this highly effective home treatment with regenerative properties and much more.
Cloves: a miracle herb for the skin
While clove (or Syzygium aromaticum) has a permanent place in our kitchen cupboards, we often don't realize its rich skin benefits. The secret? Eugenol, an aromatic compound that makes up to 90% of the essential oil. This natural active ingredient is known for its properties:
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Antioxidants: fights free radicals responsible for skin aging.
Anti-inflammatory and analgesic: soothes muscle and joint pain.
Antibacterial: cleanses the skin and helps soothe pimples or irritation.
A simple and effective homemade recipe.
You don't have to be a chemist to make your own elixir of youth. You only need a few ingredients and a little patience to make this homemade aromatherapy oil.
Ingredients:
25 g whole cloves
200 ml vegetable oil (sweet almond oil, olive oil or deodorized coconut oil)
2 Vitamin E capsules (optional, but recommended)
1 colored glass bottle of 150-200 ml with an airtight cap
Directions:
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