Botanical
Helianthus annuus & Calendula officinalis 

Extraction
Infusion of organic plant matter into a sunflower oil base

Plant part
Flowers

Description
Calendula infused oil is a soothing and healing infusion, rich in colour and active benefits. 

Cosmetic benefits
Calendula is used to enrich a cosmetic formulation with extra healing benefits. It is used to soothe irritations and calm the complexion, making it popular in preparations for sensitive and dry skin types. Aggravated blemish prone skin can also find relief with Calendula. 

Formulation types
It can be used directly on the skin or incorporated as an active ingredient in creams, massage oils, serums, balms, scrub, soaps and more. Rich in colour, using Calendula oil can change the colour of your end product. 

% Use in formulation
Can be used at 100% or part of a formulation.                           

Precautions/contraindications
None known. 

Recipes & applications

• Natural Oil Serum Base
• For a chapped skin tonic, after wind or sun exposure, try 1mL of Patchouli oil and 2mL Calendula Infused oil in 100mL of our Natural Body Butter Base. This is appropriate for face, hands or body.
• Add 0.25mL of Lavender oil and 0.25mL of Chamomile oil to 25mL of Calendula Infused oil for a calming and healing tonic for inflamed or irritated skin.
• Natural Baby Cream
• Skin Rescue Serum
• Coconut and Calendula Bath Bombs

Articles

• Aromatherapy to Support your Teen
• Our Favourite Anti-ageing Ingredients
• Natural Remedies for Sensitive Skin
• 5 Ways to DIY your Baby's Skincare

Disclaimer
Suggested recipes are provided as examples only. Whilst all care has been taken in creating these examples, Sage Cosmetic Coaching accepts no responsibility relating to the manufacture of products. Any responsibility for the performance, efficacy and stability of the product lies with the manufacturer.