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Syzygium aromaticum (Clove) bud
AKA “Clove Bud”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Syzygium aromaticum (Clove) bud
AKA: Clove Bud
Synthetic · Antioxidant · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Antioxidant
Soothing
Fragrance
Astringent
Synthetic
Clean
Clove bud from Indonesia adds a warm, spicy aromatic quality to beauty products while bringing natural antioxidant benefits to skin.
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Functions
Fragrance
Added for scent. Can be natural or synthetic. Common irritant and allergen — one of the top reasons people react to products.
Antioxidant
Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.
Soothing
Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation. Your skin's chill pill — great for sensitive, reactive, or post-procedure skin.
Astringent
Tightens and contracts skin tissue, temporarily shrinking pores and reducing oiliness. That "clean, tight" feeling after toner.
Moisturizing
Locks in moisture to keep skin soft and supple throughout the day
Anti-Inflammatory
Fights Acne
Traditional Use
Used for over 2,000 years in traditional Chinese medicine, Ayurveda, and Islamic medicine for antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and analgesic properties. Clove oil was historically prized in skincare for acne treatment and as a warming agent.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
EWG
4
CIR
Safe w/Qualifications
Pregnancy
Caution
CIR Safety Findings
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR