I Am Scared of Clowns

Talking with my partner about phobias, I realise that I may have a mild phobia for clowns. I am not afraid of them, but find them quite creepy and seeing them, instead of making me laugh, makes me deeply sad.
I think I would start screaming in deep disgust if someone tried to paint my face to make me look like a clown. Only the thought of it gives me the creeps.