Calendula Oil

🌼 Calendula Oil – Gentle, Natural Care for Sensitive Skin

Calendula oil, extracted from the flowers of Calendula officinalis, is renowned for its soothing, anti-inflammatory, and regenerative properties. Used for centuries in traditional medicine, it remains a cornerstone ingredient in natural cosmetics and therapeutic skin care. This oil is obtained through maceration of calendula flowers in a carrier oil, allowing its active compounds to be absorbed and used for topical care.

Calendula is especially valued for its ability to soothe irritated, red, or sensitive skin. This gentle oil is ideal for adults and babies alike—helping to relieve diaper rash, sun irritation, or minor skin discomfort. It pairs beautifully with Roman chamomile essential oil for enhanced calming effects.

🌿 Therapeutic Properties of Calendula Oil

• Soothing and anti-inflammatory: relieves itching, redness, and irritation caused by eczema, dermatitis, or psoriasis.
• Regenerating and healing: supports skin repair and accelerates recovery from sunburn, scars, cuts, and minor wounds.
• Moisturizing and nourishing: rich in fatty acids and antioxidants that restore the skin barrier, leaving it soft and supple.
• Antioxidant and protective: its natural flavonoids help combat free radicals and prevent premature skin aging.

🧴 Common Uses of Calendula Oil

• For sensitive and baby skin: gently relieves irritation, redness, and diaper rash.
• For eczema and dermatitis: reduces inflammation, calms itching, and supports skin renewal.
• For sunburn: provides immediate relief, reduces redness, and promotes healing.
• For scalp and hair care: soothes dryness and irritation while maintaining natural hydration.

💧 Practical Blends & DIY Applications

1. Soothing Lotion for Sensitive Skin

• Ingredients: 50 ml calendula oil, 10 drops lavender essential oil.
• How to use: apply after cleansing to calm irritation and enhance hydration.

2. Repair Balm for Sunburn

• Ingredients: 30 ml calendula oil, 10 ml rosehip oil, 10 drops chamomile essential oil.
• How to use: apply on affected areas to soothe and regenerate sun-damaged skin.

3. Baby Massage Oil

• Ingredients: 50 ml calendula oil, 5 drops Roman chamomile essential oil.
• How to use: gently massage onto baby’s skin to relieve irritation and protect its natural softness.

4. Scalp Hydration Treatment

• Ingredients: 30 ml calendula oil, 10 ml jojoba oil, 5 drops tea tree essential oil.
• How to use: massage into the scalp before washing to calm irritation and deeply moisturize.

🌸 A Natural Essential for Sensitive Skin

Calendula oil is a natural ally for sensitive, dry, or damaged skin. Its calming, healing, and antioxidant properties make it an ideal choice for daily care—offering relief from irritation, burns, or eczema. Gentle and safe, it can be used on babies, children, and adults alike, restoring comfort, softness, and protection to the skin.

📋 Technical Information

• Botanical name: Calendula officinalis
• Part used: flowers
• Extraction method: maceration in carrier oil (commonly sunflower or sweet almond oil)
• Recommended use: cosmetic and therapeutic
• Texture: light, quickly absorbed
• Aroma: mild, floral, and natural

💡 Essenciales Tip

Combine with other 100% natural carrier oils such as jojoba, sweet almond, or rosehip to boost hydration and regeneration. Also perfect as a base for calming essential oils like lavender or Roman chamomile.