{"product_id":"calendula-extract","title":"Calendula Extract","description":"\u003ch2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eWhat is calendula extract?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalendula extract is derived from the yellow flowers of the calendula plant (calendula officinalis). It is a dark red to brown in colour with a floral scent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalendula flowers, also known as marigold flowers, are an annual flowering plant. The calendula flower is a bright yellow or orange colour and is commonly grown in Europe and Mediterranean regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIngredients: glycerin, aqua, calendula officinalis flower extract, citric acid, sodium benzoate, potassium sorbate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin and history\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalendula flowers (calendula officinalis) are native to Asia and the Mediterranean and were first discovered in the 12th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has been traditionally used by Ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans in medicines, cosmetics and for religious and spiritual rituals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, calendula extract is used in cosmetic formulations and medicine for its skin health benefits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is calendula extract used for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalendula extract is soluble in water and is used in skin care and hair care products like body washes, lotions, creams and liquid soaps. Try our calendula face cream recipe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesoapery.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/calendula-face-cream-recipe\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Calendula Face Cream\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehere!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalendula extract is said to help irritated skin, eczema and rashes due to its anti inflammatory and soothing properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can be used in water and oil based products and it is recommended to add calendula extract to the cool down phase of a formulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCalendula extract safety\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-color=\"transparent\"\u003eCalendula extract is water soluble and the recommended usage rate for calendula extract is around 1.5% - 3% when used in a skin treatment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe extract should not be applied directly to damaged skin, as this could cause a reaction, irritation or inflammation on the skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend doing a patch test with a small amount of the diluted extract to test for any reactions. Calendula extract is not suitable for ingestion and should only be used externally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ's\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the INCI name for calendula extract?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe INCI name for calendula extract is calendula officinalis flower extract.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TheSoapery","offers":[{"title":"10ml","offer_id":41173440069726,"sku":"CALEX10","price":6.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"50ml","offer_id":41173440102494,"sku":"CALEX50","price":11.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"100ml","offer_id":41173440135262,"sku":"CALEX100","price":20.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"250ml","offer_id":41173440168030,"sku":"CALEX250","price":26.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"500ml","offer_id":41173440200798,"sku":"CALEX500","price":51.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 litre","offer_id":41173440233566,"sku":"CALEX1000","price":94.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 litres","offer_id":41173440266334,"sku":"CALEX5000","price":307.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 litres","offer_id":41173440299102,"sku":"CALEX10L","price":432.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 litres","offer_id":41173440331870,"sku":"CALEX25L","price":981.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1269\/7925\/files\/calendulagroup_1012c5d5-0057-4703-ad70-6a519bac9552.png?v=1738705454","url":"https:\/\/www.thesoapery.nl\/en\/products\/calendula-extract","provider":"TheSoapery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}