Cloves in the form of whole and powder are mostly used in food and beverages, and clove oil is used in cosmetics, personal care, and healthcare products and other industries.When it comes to a good perfume, a little bit goes a long way. Same is true for cloves. A tiny twig of this amazingly aromatic herb can kill bacteria or totally brighten a dull dish. A member of the tree family of , Cloves are the aromatic flower grown in this tree.