Calendula
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Calendula (Calendula officinalis) is a traditional herb loved for its gentle healing of skin, eyes, and mucous membranes. Used for centuries in Western herbalism and recognised in Ayurveda and TCM, it's commonly infused into oil, brewed as tea, or applied as a poultice. With bright, resin-rich petals full of anti-inflammatory and soothing compounds, calendula supports healthy skin and digestion, while offering a gentle immune lift during seasonal changes.
- Traditionally used for inflamed skin, cuts, rashes, and eye care
- Popular in infused oils and salves for soothing topical support
- May assist with digestive and lymphatic health when taken as tea
- Gentle enough for pets and baby products (external use only)
- Backed by research for wound healing, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial activity:contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Tea: Steep 1–2 tsp per cup of hot water for 10–15 minutes. Use internally for digestion or externally as an eye wash or skin compress.
Oil infusion: Infuse dried petals in olive or almond oil for 2–4 weeks. Use directly or blend into balms, salves, or creams.
Poultice: Rehydrate flowers and apply to wounds, stings, or hot spots on skin. Can be wrapped in gauze or used as a direct compress.
Pets: Used by some customers as an eye rinse or skin soother for dogs. Always use cooled, well-strained infusions and seek vet advice for internal use.
Customers commonly use calendula in oils for skincare, or as a tea for lymph, digestion, or post-surgery recovery. Some report success using it to bathe irritated pet eyes, or to make handmade salves for rashes and nappy rash. The petals have a mild, earthy aroma and lend a golden hue to oils and teas. Calendula is also used in garden pest control and chicken feed (for egg yolk colour).
Avoid internal use during pregnancy. Store dried petals in a cool, dark place to retain colour and resin content.
- Actions: Vulnerary, anti-inflammatory, lymphatic, antimicrobial, astringent
- Systems: Skin, lymphatic, immune, digestive, mucous membranes
- Energetics: Cooling, slightly bitter, drying
- Common pairings: Chamomile, lavender, echinacea, comfrey, gotu kola
- Clinical note: Supports tissue repair, lymph movement, and local immune modulation. Ideal for first-aid, gut inflammation, or skin conditions.
This information is general and not a substitute for medical advice. Please consult a healthcare provider before use if pregnant or taking medication. For pets or sensitive eyes, use only properly strained, sterile preparations.
