Technical data
- Product Name: Calendula
- Latin name: Calendula officinalis
- Extraction: Steam distillation
- Origin:
- Parts used:
- Origin of parts:
- CAS: 8015-79-0
Features
- Scent: Warm, sweet-herbaceous, honeyed and hay-like with a soft floral undertone
- Scent type: Greens and herbs
- Note: Middle
- Color: Pale yellow to golden amber
- Viscosity: Medium, slightly thick
Blends with
Sunlit Stillness
Purpose
- Creates a calm, optimistic atmosphere for slow weekend mornings.
- Recipe
2 drops Calendula, 3 drops Sweet Orange, 2 drops Sandalwood in the diffuser
Tender Touch Massage Oil
Purpose
- A nurturing massage blend for soft, comforted skin.
- Recipe
30 ml jojoba carrier oil, 3 drops Calendula, 3 drops Lavender, 2 drops Geranium (≈1.3% dilution)
Dillution guideline
- For topical use, dilute to 0.5–1% in a quality carrier oil such as jojoba, argan or sweet almond.
- Patch test
Always patch test: apply a small diluted amount to the inner forearm and wait 24 hours before wider use.
- Children
Not recommended for children under 3. For children 3+, use at very low dilution (max 0.5%) and only with adult supervision.
- Pregnancy
If pregnant or nursing, consult a qualified healthcare professional before use.
- Pets
Keep out of reach of pets. Cats and dogs are sensitive to essential oils — diffuse only in well-ventilated rooms they can leave freely.
- Photosensitivity
Not typically associated with photosensitivity.
- Ingestion
Do not ingest unless under the guidance of a qualified aromatherapy professional.
- Storage
Store tightly closed in a cool, dark place, away from sunlight and heat. Best used within 24 months of opening.
