Calendula Extract
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Also known as: Marigold Extract · Pot Marigold Extract
SoothingAnti-inflammatoryBarrier repair
“The healing marigold — soothing, anti-inflammatory, and ideal for sensitive skin.”
What it does
Calendula extract comes from the flowers of Calendula officinalis (pot marigold). It contains flavonoids, triterpenoids, and polysaccharides with documented wound-healing, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties. It is one of the gentlest botanical actives, traditionally used for irritated, eczema-prone, and baby skin.
Benefits
- Soothes and calms inflamed or irritated skin
- Supports wound healing and barrier repair
- Mild antimicrobial properties
- Extremely gentle — suitable for baby and eczema-prone skin
How to layer
☀️ Morning routine
Cleanser
Toner
Serum
Moisturiser
SPF
🌙 Evening routine
Cleanser
Toner
Serum
Moisturiser
Face Oil
After cleansing, before moisturiser
Good for
All skinSensitive skinDry skinNormal skin
Works well with
Heads up
- ⚠Rare allergy in people sensitive to Asteraceae plants (same family as chamomile)
How to use
Found in soothing creams, cleansers, and toners. No special application needed.
Typical concentration: 0.1–5% in leave-on formulations