Introduction

This DIY Clove Oil Hair Conditioner combines natural ingredients to nourish and strengthen your hair. Infused with clove oil, it promotes scalp health while leaving your hair soft and manageable. Perfect for those who prefer homemade hair care solutions.

A clear glass jar filled to the top with a smooth, creamy pale beige mixture that has a thick, soft texture with gentle swirls on the surface. The jar sits on a light wooden board with small dried cloves scattered around its base, adding a dark brown contrast in front of the jar, while to the right side, a metal bowl contains more dried cloves. The background is a white marbled texture, giving a clean and bright feel. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

112.5 g Distilled Water
6 g Glycerin
0.75 g Guar Gum
9.75 g Shea Butter
6 g BTMS 50
3 g Cetearyl Alcohol
0.75 g Vitamin E
1.5 g Essential Oil (rosemary recommended)
1.5 g Optiphen Preservative
6 tablespoons cloves (for oil infusion)
Olive Oil (enough to cover cloves in jar)

Instructions

Step 1: Measure out six tablespoons of cloves.
Step 2: Using a mortar and pestle, crush the cloves into a powder. You may also use whole clove pieces if preferred.
Step 3: Transfer the clove powder and pieces into an 8 oz jar until it is half full of cloves.
Step 4: Fill the jar with olive oil, ensuring the oil completely covers the cloves.
Step 5: Place the jar in a warm, sunny spot for 2 to 4 weeks to infuse, or use a crock pot to gently heat the oil for 2 to 5 hours for quicker infusion.
Step 6: After infusion, strain the oil through a cheesecloth to separate cloves from the infused oil.
Step 7: In a heat-safe container, measure 112.5 g distilled water.
Step 8: In another container, combine 6 g glycerin and 0.75 g guar gum and stir well.
Step 9: Pour the glycerin and guar gum mixture into the distilled water and stir thoroughly.
Step 10: In a separate heat-safe container, measure 9.75 g shea butter, 6 g BTMS 50, 3 g cetearyl alcohol, and add the infused clove oil.
Step 11: Prepare a water bath and warm both containers over low heat until the butter and oils have melted and both mixtures reach a similar temperature.
Step 12: Remove from heat, pour the warmed oil mixture into the water mixture, and whisk by hand until the texture thickens and is no longer watery.
Step 13: Add 0.75 g vitamin E and 1.5 g rosemary essential oil, then blend well.
Step 14: Stir in 1.5 g Optiphen preservative thoroughly.
Step 15: Pour the finished conditioner into a clean 4 oz jar and use as needed.

Tips & Variations

For a different scent, substitute rosemary essential oil with lavender or peppermint.
If you prefer a lighter conditioner, reduce the amount of shea butter slightly.
Use a double boiler instead of a water bath for safer melting of oils and butters.
Ensure all tools and containers are clean and sterilized to extend shelf life.

Storage

Store your clove oil conditioner in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. It should last up to 3 months when kept sealed properly. Use a clean spoon or spatula to avoid contamination. Reheat gently if the texture thickens too much in cooler temperatures.

How to Serve

A close-up image shows a small silver measuring cup filled with dried cloves, which are dark brown with bulbous heads and rough textures, sitting on a wooden surface. Behind it, there is a part of a white glass jar filled with a creamy white substance. To the upper left, a white bowl holds a heap of dark brown crumbled spice or dried herb. The overall scene rests on a white marbled texture background. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use whole clove pieces instead of ground cloves?

Yes, whole cloves can be used for the infusion. Crushing them helps release more oil, but whole pieces still infuse flavor and properties effectively.

Is this conditioner suitable for all hair types?

This conditioner works well for most hair types, especially dry or damaged hair due to its nourishing ingredients. If you have very oily hair, use sparingly to avoid buildup.