Showing posts with label calendula. Show all posts
Showing posts with label calendula. Show all posts

13 Jun 2019

How to use fresh calendula to make a soothing oil


Yellow and gold calendula flowerheads with a jar of calendula oil


Let me say right now that I've only just made this for the first time because it sounded so lovely. Calendula (pot marigold) has so many uses; not only is it a cheerful, pretty flower with edible petals, it's also a good companion plant in the garden deterring hornworm (the caterpillar that may eat/destroy tomato plants) and it's known to be beneficial for skin complaints.  Combine it with the moisturising and antioxidant qualities of olive oil (or sweet almond oil) and you have an effective natural remedy for cuts, grazes, sunburn or for soothing dry skin.

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