Calendula oil is obtained from the flowers of calendula officinalis commonly known as pot marigold. It is a genus of about 12–20 species of annual or perennial herbaceous plants native to the area from macaronesia east through the mediterranean region to iran. Calendula has anti-inflammatory and vulnerary properties, making it excellent for help with stubborn wounds, ulcers, bed sores, varicose veins, bruises, rashes, eczema etc. It contains salicilyic acid, carotenoids, phytosterols. The principal constituents are flavinoids, saponosene, triterpenic alcohol and a bitter principle. Calandula oil also makes an excellent base for salves, facial creams and many other natural cosmetics.
Technical Details
| Botanical Name | Calendula officinalis |
| Common Name | Pot Mariegold, Ruddles, Common Mariegold, Garden Mariegold, English Mariegold, Scottish Mariegold |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Parts Used | Flower |
| Mode Of Extraction | Cold Pressed |
| Main Constituents | Mixture of Different fatty acid such as linoleic, oleic , plamitic acid |
| Description | Clear Transparent Liquid |
| Appearance | Colorless to slightly yellowish brown liquid |
| Organoleptic Properties | Mariegold Flower like odour |
| Refractive Index at 20ºC | 1.4650 - 1.4700 |
| Specific Gravity at 20ºC | 0.880 - 0.900 |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water, but soluble in other organic solvents |
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Storage: Well closed in air tight containers away from sunlight and heat preferably in amber color glass containers.
Uses:As a fragrance and flavor ingredient, Aromatherapy oils, spa's oils, as a herbal Ingredient in cosmetic and medicinal products
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