Certified Organics:
All of our Certified Organic Herbal Oils are carefully selected to ensure that they are of the best quality.
Our Calendula oil is an infusion of Certified Organic Calendula and Virgin Olive Oil. The Virgin Olive Oil comes from trees grown in a National Park on the East Coast of Italy. There are absolutely no chemicals or preservatives used, and at a minimum, our product qualifies as being Wild Crafted.
Botanical Name: Calendula officinalis
Infused in Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Part used: Flowers Common Uses: Also called “pot marigold”, organic Calendula Herbal Oil has long been recognized for use homoeopathic preparations in order to restore health. It is said to have antioxidant, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and regenerating properties, and has been proven to aid in wound healing. Combined with olive oil, it becomes an excellent salve even for serious burns, bruises, cuts and diaper rash. Due to its anti-inflammatory properties, organic Calendula Oil can be used to ease the inflammation of the lesions and slow the spread of the eczema and psoriasis.
Organic Calendula oil is widely used in formulations to manufacture creams, ointments, tinctures, cosmetics, shampoo and baby wipes. Organic calendula has soothing and skin softening properties, and is considered a good choice when preparing a massage oil blend with other carrier and essential oils.
Usage Amounts:
Creams and Ointments: Max 15%
Shelf Life: Users can expect a shelf life of 9 Months to 1 Year with proper storage conditions (cool, out of direct sunlight). Refrigeration after opening is recommended.
Cautions: Calendula should also not be taken internally without direct medical supervision. Discontinue use and consult with your doctor if your skin condition worsens.
Please Note: As with any manufacturing process, New Directions Aromatics encourages small, lab scale manufacturing for evaluation purposes prior to full commercial manufacturing.
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