Calendula oil skin benefits

Calendula oil is a type of a carrier oil that is made from the flower of the plant calendula. The oil is extracted through a process called maceration. In this process flowers are kept in carrier oil like olive oil or sunflower oil. This infuses the resultant oil with the beneficial properties of the flowers.

The calendula oil is versatile as far as the skin is concerned. It is rich in anti-oxidants and has anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal or anti-bacterial properties. For these reasons it is commonly used in skincare products like creams, lotions and balms to soothe and heal the skin.

Calendula oil skin benefits

There are many benefits of using the calendula oil on the skin. The first benefit being it can soothe and calm irritated skin. Due to its anti-inflammatory properties calendula oil can be particularly effective for soothing dry, itchy or sensitive skin.

Calendula oil has anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties which means applying this oil can speed up the healing process of wound and minor cuts. The oil will stimulate tissue regeneration and reduce inflammation.

Calendula oil is rich in vitamins and fatty acids. So applying the oil can help to moisturize the skin, which in turn will make it soft and supple. Calendula oil can also help to reduce the appearance of acne and prevent future breakouts due to its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.

Finally calendula oil can reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and promote a more even skin tone. This will improve the skin texture and make you look younger than your age.

So calendula oil can be used in combination with other skincare products to enhance their benefits. This because the oil is gentle and effective ingredient with a wide variety of skin benefits as mentioned above.

Can you put calendula oil directly on your skin?

This is a regular question that we are asked about calendula oil. Yes you can apply calendula oil directly to your skin as it is not an essential oil. In fact applying it directly to your skin is one of the most common ways to use it for its skin healing benefits.

Being said that it is always important to test any new skincare product on a small area of your skin before applying it directly on your face. This way you will come to know if you have any allergies to the oil. If there is any redness or irritation then don’t use it on your face especially when you have sensitive skin.

You can add calendula oil to your favorite moisturizer or serum to enhance it benefits. You can also simply apply a small amount of oil to the affected area and massage gently. Mostly you will have to keep the oil for the whole night when you are using it for wound healing reasons. The best time is to apply it at night.

In conclusion

Calendula oil is rich in anti-oxidants, it has anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties. You can use it for treating wounds, cuts or acne. It can also be used as moisturizer or also as a solution for skin aging.