Calendula

Calendula officinalis

Part used: Flowers
Botanical family: Asteraceae

The garden marigold is the queen of natural skincare: its carotenoids and triterpenes speed skin regeneration and calm inflammation. From nappy cream to minor kitchen burns, few households with children have never owned a pot of calendula cream.

Traditional uses

Irritated or reddened skin
Creams for delicate and baby skin
Minor wounds (external use)

Traditionally used for

irritated skinrednessminor woundsminor burnsbaby skineczema

How to prepare it

As cream, oil or ointment; also infused for compresses and skin washes.

Pairs well with: Aloe vera, Mallow

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Other plants with similar uses

Aloe vera

Aloe barbadensis

Arnica

Arnica montana

This information reflects traditional uses of plants for general guidance and does not replace advice from a health professional. If you take medication, are pregnant or have a medical condition, ask before using them.