{"product_id":"calendula-infused-oil","title":"Calendula Infused Oil","description":"\u003ch2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eWhat is calendula infused oil?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalendula infused oil (calendula officinalis flower extract) is extracted from the Marigold plant and infused in sunflower oil (helianthus annuus seed oil).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur calendula oil is around 5% calendula and 95% sunflower oil. The oil is golden yellow in colour with a neutral scent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalendula, is a marigold plant that can flower almost all year round in milder climates, which is why the Romans called it calendula the ‘Calendar flower'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin and History\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalendula flowers are native first originated in Asia and the Mediterranean. However, it is now grown all over the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt was traditionally used in food and medicine. Calendula flowers were infused into oils to promote wound healing, release tension and prevent infections. It was even used by doctors during the civil war for healing wounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, calendula infused oil is used in cosmetics to promote healthy skin and some still use this for its medicinal properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is calendula oil used for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalendula oil has a comedogenic rating between 0 and 2 so it is unlikely to clog pores. It is also suitable for most skin types including oily, acne prone skin, combination and dry skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalendula infused oil has soothing properties and provides nourishing and moisturising effects for the skin. It is said to help with skin conditions like eczema, however there is not enough evidence to support this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalendula is a carrier oil and is used in skin care recipes that are designed to soothe irritated skin and heal minor skin damage. It can be used in cosmetics like soap, creams, lotions, ointments and balms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTry our moisturising skin treatment recipe with calendula oil:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesoapery.co.uk\/products\/shea-butter-raw-unrefined-organic-100-pure-and-natural-25g-500g-1-kg\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Organic Shea Butter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOrganic shea butter\u003c\/a\u003e 100g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalendula oil 50ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesoapery.co.uk\/products\/jojoba-oil-golden\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Jojoba Oil\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJojoba oil\u003c\/a\u003e 50ml \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesoapery.co.uk\/collections\/essential-oils\" title=\"Essential Oils\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEssential oils\u003c\/a\u003e (optional)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMethod\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst melt the shea butter in the microwave or over boiling water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMix the calendula oil and jojoba oil into the melted shea butter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce fully combined, remove from the heat and leave to cool in the fridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the mixture has started to set, whisk until it is a creamy and whipped consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow your skin treatment is ready to use!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the INCI name for calendula oil?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe INCI name for calendula infused oil is calendula officinalis flower extract (5-10%) helianthus annuus seed oil (90-95%).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere does calendula oil originate from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur calendula infused oil originates from the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TheSoapery","offers":[{"title":"10ml","offer_id":39618615279710,"sku":"CALEND10","price":3.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"50ml","offer_id":39618615312478,"sku":"CALEND50","price":6.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"100ml","offer_id":39618615345246,"sku":"CALEND100","price":6.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"250ml","offer_id":39618615378014,"sku":"CALEND250","price":8.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"500ml","offer_id":39618615410782,"sku":"CALEND500","price":10.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Litre","offer_id":39618615443550,"sku":"CALEND1000","price":12.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 Litre","offer_id":39619195273310,"sku":"CALEND5000","price":58.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 litres","offer_id":39737624887390,"sku":"CALEND10L","price":115.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 litres","offer_id":39737626427486,"sku":"CALEND25L","price":287.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1269\/7925\/products\/group_clipped_rev_1_d66e0e75-1eec-4181-a6bb-debb57b7da68.jpg?v=1710769448","url":"https:\/\/www.thesoapery.nl\/en\/products\/calendula-infused-oil","provider":"TheSoapery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}