Eugenia Caryophyllus (Clove) Flower Extract

EUG

4/10

Concern level

Moderate concern

Botanical extract obtained from clove flowers (Eugenia caryophyllus / Syzygium aromaticum), used mainly for fragrance and functional cosmetic activity. EU/CosIng-aligned references list it as a cosmetic ingredient and source materials indicate it is a solvent extract from clove flowers; clove-derived materials are associated with eugenol-containing fragrance profiles. ([echa.europa.eu](https://echa.europa.eu/legislation-obligation/-/obligations/100.076.916?utm_source=openai))

Pore-clogging

Non-comedogenic

Pregnancy

Caution

Regulatory

No data

Benefits

Antiseptic

Concerns

FragranceAllergen

Chemical Properties

Typical Concentration

0.05% - 1.00%

CAS Number: 84961-50-2

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin3/10

oily skin5/10

sensitive skin1/10

acne prone4/10

mature skin3/10

normal skin5/10

Interactions

incompatible with: other fragrance allergens, essential oils, highly sensitizing actives in the same formula, products for compromised or sensitized skin

Risks & Warnings

Main concern is sensitization/irritation, especially in leave-on products or on compromised skin. Clove-derived materials are recognized fragrance allergens, and clove oil references note eugenol-rich composition with irritant/sensitizing potential; this risk is relevant to the extract because clove flower extract can contain fragrance allergens such as eugenol. ([ec.europa.eu](https://ec.europa.eu/health/scientific_committees/opinions_layman/perfume-allergies/en/l-3/4-classification.htm?utm_source=openai))

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