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Calendula officinalis are known as the flower of the sun and also called the pot marigold, to differentiate it from the smaller ornamental marigold, known botanically as Tagentes very used in India. The calendula is one of the best known and versatile herbs and has great cosmetic properties. The bright orange petals are an excellent remedy for cuts and wounds, and their antiseptic and healing properties help to prevent the spread of infection and speed up the rate of repair.
The key actions of this brilliant plant are the following: anti-inflammatory, astringent, heals wounds, antiseptic, antifungal, antibacterial, antiviral, constricts the capillaries, (an action that explains its effectiveness for cuts, wounds, varicose veins, and various inflammatory conditions). The calendula provides effective treatment for most minor skin problems. It is used for cuts, scrapes, wounds, red and inflamed skin, including minor burns and sunburn, for acne, rashes, and fungal conditions. It is helpful for diaper rash and soothes nipples that are sore from breast feeding.
This calendula cream is wonderful for a facial and body moisturizer. it quickly penetrates the skin making it useful when concerned about putting on clothing or using hands after applying.
INCI: AQUA,
GLYCERIN,
ISOPROPYL MYRISTATE,
PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM,
STEARYL ALCOHOL,
STEARETH-7,
STEARETH-10,
PROPYLENE GLYCOL,
MINERAL OIL,
OZOKERITE,
DIMETHICONE,
HYDROGENATED VEGETABLE OIL,
STEAROXY DIMETHICONE,
STEARYL STEARATE,
CALENDULA OFFICINALIS EXTRACT,
SODIUM LACTATE,
SODIUM PCA,
GLYCINE,
FRUCTOSE,
UREA,
NIACINAMIDE,
INOSITOL,
PARFUM,
SODIUM BENZOATE,
LACTIC ACID,
PHENOXYETHANOL,
STEARIC ACID,
METHYLCHLOROISOTHIAZOLINONE,
METHYLISOTHIAZOLINONE,
BHT,
CITRONELLOL,
BENZYL ALCOHOL,
Alandafoods cosmetics have no parabens and neither have been tested on animals.
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