What it is
Eugenia caryophyllus bud extract is obtained from the dried flower buds of the clove tree and is used in skin care for conditioning and antioxidant-oriented positioning. Clove is rich in eugenol and related aromatic compounds, which give it both a warm, spicy scent and the potential to act as a sensitizer. It is typically used at low levels as a botanical or fragrance-contributing ingredient.
Safety & warnings
Clove-derived materials contain eugenol and isoeugenol, which are recognized fragrance allergens that must be declared on EU labels above set thresholds. Clove constituents can cause allergic contact dermatitis or irritation in sensitized individuals, so patch testing is advisable for those with fragrance sensitivities or reactive skin.
Origin & sourcing
Natural; extracted from the flower buds of Eugenia caryophyllus (Syzygium aromaticum), the clove tree.
Questions everyone asks
Why might clove bud extract cause sensitivity?
It contains eugenol and isoeugenol, recognized fragrance allergens that can trigger irritation or allergic contact dermatitis in sensitized people.
What is it used for in skin care?
It is used as a botanical conditioning and antioxidant-type ingredient and can contribute a warm, spicy aroma.