Eugenia Caryophyllus (Clove) Leaf Oil

An essential oil obtained by steam distillation of clove tree leaves, typically higher in eugenol and showing a sharper, herbaceous-spicy odor. Chosen to build crisp, spicy accents and complexity in fragrance blends at low inclusion to reduce irritation risk.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
Clove leaf oil with a sharp, spicy scent used in small amounts.
Category
Fragrance
Type
Essential Oil

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Poor

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Contributes a crisp, spicy-herbal aroma that can make products smell more vivid; any advantage is scent-focused due to irritation potential.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Used sparingly in perfumes, aftershaves, and fragranced hair stylers to introduce sharper spicy accents.

Comedogenic Rating

This ingredient is not typically evaluated for comedogenicity, and no standardized rating is available.

Safety

Notable irritation and sensitization potential; use only in very small amounts, particularly in leave-on formulas. Generally constrained by IFRA limits, and eugenol must be labeled as an allergen in the EU above required thresholds.

Is Eugenia Caryophyllus (Clove) Leaf Oil a Good Ingredient?

Rated Poor due to minimal skincare payoff and high eugenol content that increases the chance of irritation and sensitization. Any value is olfactory, making it a risky choice for sensitive skin.

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