Place the cinnamon stick and whole cloves in a clean, completely dry jar.
Avoid cinnamon or clove essential oils for this recipe because they are much more concentrated and can cause irritation or allergic reactions.
Step 2: Add the Baby Oil
Pour approximately 4 tablespoons of baby oil into the jar, making sure the spices are covered.
Close the lid tightly.
Step 3: Allow the Oil to Infuse
Leave the jar in a cool, dark place for 24–48 hours.
There is no need to heat the oil. A longer infusion does not necessarily make it better and can increase the amount of irritating compounds released from the spices.
Step 4: Strain the Oil
After the infusion period, carefully strain the oil through clean, fine gauze or a coffee filter.
Remove all pieces of cinnamon and cloves.
The finished oil should contain no loose spice particles.
Step 5: Perform a Patch Test
Before applying it more widely, place a tiny amount on a small area of your forearm.
Wait 24 hours.
If you notice burning, itching, redness, swelling, or a rash, wash the area and do not use the mixture.
Step 6: Apply a Small Amount
If your skin tolerates the patch test, place one or two drops between your fingertips and gently massage it onto dry skin.
For a first use, it is safer to use it on the arms or legs rather than the face.
Avoid the eyes, lips, broken skin, freshly shaved skin, and areas with eczema or active irritation.
Step 7: Use It at Night
You can incorporate a small amount into your evening moisturizing routine. Apply it after bathing while the skin is slightly damp.
The oil can help reduce water loss and leave the skin feeling smoother and more supple.
What to Expect
A moisturizing oil can make dry skin look temporarily smoother and give it a healthy-looking glow. However, there is no reliable evidence that this homemade mixture can make a 49-year-old look 25, restore collagen, or permanently remove wrinkles in 21 days.
For facial aging, daily sunscreen, regular moisturizing, avoiding smoking, and evidence-based skincare ingredients such as retinoids can be more useful than relying on a homemade spice oil.
Important: Never put cinnamon or clove oil directly on the face or around the eyes. If you have sensitive skin, a plain fragrance-free moisturizer or mineral oil is the simpler and safer option.
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