We don’t know a more versatile and helpful plant for healing the skin than Calendula. A gentle, soothing, nourisher that is supportive to all skin types, and an especially helpful ally to reactive or compromised skin. Calendula is an herb that shares a long, expansive history of traditional use as well as modern research. The shared thread among both paths is its value to heal, nourish, and strengthen the skin.
SKIN
Describing one of herbalism’s most trusted skin allies can be a challenge because it is a medicine chest within itself, able to support any skin type. Calendula encourages lymph flow, provides antioxidant protection, deep hydration, and helps improve the appearance of uneven tone and scarring. At its highest expression, this healing flower is nourishing to compromised and barrier-impaired skin. Reactive skin that is often unable to tolerate anything is able to receive the support of Calendula.
Applied topically to cuts, scrapes, bruises, and insect bites, Calendula supports the skin’s repair process through its anti-inflammatory properties. It is an ideal medicinal herb to keep on hand for sunburns or skin reactions of any kind. For more chronic ailments like eczema or any type of dermatitis, Calendula Hydrosol pairs perfectly with Recovery Balm. For barrier restoration, pair Calendula Hydrosol with Essential Lipids.
SPIRIT
The energetics of Calendula are warm, joyful, and uplifting. A steady, sun-like presence that brings brightness and light in times of difficulty or heaviness. The imprint and support of Calendula feels like a warm hug from a dear friend, sharing smiles and laughter even in the face of life’s challenges.
SENSORY PROFILE
How it feels: a delicate, soothing mist, with slightly weightier droplets
How it smells: fresh cut grass, dried hay, a meadow field in the heart of summer






