Eugenia Caryophyllata (Clove) Oil in Nail Defender
Oil from dried clove buds, listed for a clean, balanced and revitalized skin environment.*
At a glance
Clove oil is the second name on the label, printed by its botanical name, Eugenia caryophyllata. The brand lists it for a clean, balanced and revitalized skin environment.*
Where it comes from
Clove trees are evergreens that first grew on a handful of small islands in Indonesia. Growers pick the flower buds before they open and dry them until they turn dark brown and firm.
The oil is drawn from those dried buds. It is potent, so a small amount goes a long way.
Role on this label
According to the brand, clove oil adds to a clean, balanced feel around the nail.* It also brings scent: a warm, peppery smell that you notice the moment you press the pump.
That is the whole story the brand tells, and we do not stretch it.
A duo with lavender
Clove and lavender oil are the two aromatic oils on the list. One is sharp and warm, the other soft and floral, so together they smell rounder than either would alone.
Both follow undecylenic acid, which opens the label.
Handling note
Keep the cap on between sprays and store the bottle in a cool, dry place. Since the formula is described as fast-absorbing,* a few seconds of waiting after each spray is all you need.
Next stop
Continue to the floral partner, lavender oil, or see all the plants in where each plant comes from.