Calendula, Calendula Officinalis wildly cultivated in India for centuries used in Ayurveda, skincare, medical and ornamental purposes.
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What Is Calendula?
Calendula is a bright orange-yellow flower commonly called Pot Marigold. Calendula flower extract is antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antifungal supports various ailments for skin, body and hair making it an ideal ingredient for multipurpose.
What Are The Benefits Of Calendula?
Calendula skincare ingredient supports skin health and its benefits include
- Wound healing
- Improve skin health
- Manages vaginal yeast infections
- Can help Neuroprotective (protects brain)
- Supports Antidiabetic
- Help fight acne
- Treats diaper rash
- Eczema
- Gives sun protection
- Moisturizes and fights anti-aging effects
All these characteristics of Calendula are due to the naturally occurring compound called flavonoids that make Calendula rich in bioactive properties. Bioactive properties of Calendula include – antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antifungal.
How Is Calendula Used In Products?
Calendula comes in various forms, including
- Ointment
- Creams
- Oils extracts
- Capsules
- Dried flowers
Is Calendula Safe For Skin?
Calendula is generally safe for all skin types, including sensitive skin too. Individuals allergic to plants of daisy families can do a patch test to avoid any skin irritation.
Is Calendula safe to use every day on face?
Yes, calendula’s gentle nature makes it ideal for everyday usage of calendula to face.
What Are The Precautions Of Calendula?
Calendula is generally safe for all
- Avoid during pregnancy when taken by mouth
- Breast feeding
- Babies
Is Calendula same as Marigold?
Calendula and marigold are not same, but both are same plant family. Calendula is used in skincare, ayurveda and herbal medicine due to its healing remedies. Marigold is used as ornamental flower, for decoration and religious rituals.
