Turmeric & Clove Toner for Minimizing the Appearance of Large Pores

Visible, enlarged pores can make skin appear rough and uneven, especially in hot, humid climates where excess oil, dust, and pollution collect on the face. While pricey pore-minimizing serums flood the beauty aisle, you can create a remarkably effective, all-natural toner at home using two powerhouse spices sitting right in your kitchen cabinet—turmeric and clove. Turmeric is celebrated for its curcumin-rich anti-inflammatory and brightening properties, while clove buds are loaded with eugenol, a natural antiseptic and astringent that helps tighten skin and curb bacterial growth. When blended with skin-soothing companions like green tea, cucumber, aloe, and rose water, the duo forms a gentle yet potent toner that sweeps away residual impurities, balances sebum, and visibly refines large pores with consistent use.

Ingredients Required
(Makes ~150 ml of toner; enough for 2 weeks of daily use)

½ tsp organic turmeric powder (wild-crafted or kitchen grade)

5–6 whole cloves (lightly crushed)

1 green-tea bag or 1 tsp loose-leaf green tea (antioxidant boost)

¼ cup fresh cucumber juice (cooling, hydrating, pore-tightening)

¼ cup pure aloe-vera juice or gel (soothes and repairs skin barrier)

½ cup rose water (pH-balancing base with a light floral aroma)

Optional: 1 tsp witch-hazel extract for extra astringency if your skin is very oily