Technical data
- Product Name: Calendula Absolute
- Latin name: Calendula officinalis
- Extraction: Solvent extract
- Origin:
- Parts used:
- Origin of parts:
- CAS: 84776-23-8
Features
- Scent: Warm, honeyed, hay-like floral with herbaceous and slightly green undertones
- Scent type: Greens and herbs
- Note: Base
- Color: Deep golden-orange to amber-brown
- Viscosity: Thick and viscous, slightly waxy at cooler temperatures
Blends with
Sunlit Skin Serum
Purpose
- A pampering facial oil for dry, dull-feeling skin.
- Recipe
1 drop Calendula Absolute + 2 drops Frankincense + 1 drop Rose in 30 ml rosehip oil (approx. 0.4% dilution).
Quiet Evening Diffuser
Purpose
- To create a warm, settling atmosphere for unwinding.
- Recipe
1 drop Calendula Absolute + 3 drops Bergamot + 2 drops Sandalwood in the diffuser.
Dillution guideline
- Use at very low dilution, typically 0.1–0.5% in a carrier oil for topical applications.
- Patch test
Apply a small amount of the diluted blend to the inner forearm and wait 24 hours before broader use.
- Children
Avoid use on children under 6. For older children, consult a qualified aromatherapist and use heavily diluted.
- Pregnancy
Avoid during pregnancy and breastfeeding unless guided by a qualified aromatherapy professional.
- Pets
Keep away from pets; cats, dogs and birds are particularly sensitive to essential oils.
- Photosensitivity
Not typically associated with photosensitivity.
- Ingestion
Do not ingest unless under qualified professional guidance.
- Storage
Store tightly closed in a cool, dark place away from sunlight and heat. Keep out of reach of children.
