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Calendula Oil


Calendula Flower

Calendula oil is made by infusing the petals of the calendula officinalis or Pot Marigold plant into a vegetable oil such as olive or almond.

- be aware that this oil has a short shelf life.

- has regenerative and anti- inflammatory properties.

- reported to promote the healing of burns, cuts, skin irritations, diaper rash and vericose veins.

- said to soothe dry, chapped skin and be gentle on sensitive skin.

- is often used in baby skin care products.

- can be added to the base oils of your soap recipe at about 10% of the oils or as a superfatting nutrient at a rate of about 1 tsp. or 5 ml. per one pound of soap.


Calendula Oil can be purchased from Mountain Rose Herbs.

Mountain Rose Herbs. A Herbs, Health & Harmony Com



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This information is provided for reference use only and is not meant to substitute the advice of a licensed health care professional.




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