How to Make and Use Calendula Oil

Calendula-infused oil is a must-have in my herbal apothecary or first aid kit. I gather enough flowers throughout the growing season to infuse for use in my favorite herbal serums, creams, balms, and salves.

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Leaving some flowers unharvested towards the end of the growing season to self-sow is essential to ensure another round of calendula plants for the next season. But the rest can be put to good use.

In this guide, you’ll learn about the fantastic healing benefits calendula-infused oil can provide, how to make your own, and various ways to use it at home.

Continue reading to be inspired by the medicinal qualities of this easy-to-grow flowering herb.

Calendula is an amazing ally for the skin. The entire flower head, including the resinous bracts, can help to heal a myriad of skin issues.

An easy way for gardeners to extract some of their healing properties for topical use is by infusing them into a carrier oil.

It’s important to note that people who are allergic to plants in the daisy family, Asteraceae, might also have an allergic reaction to calendula in the form of a rash and should be cautious when considering topical use of this herb.

Keep in mind that sometimes people refer to a “CO2 total extract of calendula” as calendula oil, but these are created using two different preparations.

CO2 extracts are produced commercially using carbon dioxide as a solvent, and these are similar to essential oils in their use and application. Both are very potent and should be diluted before use.

In this guide, we highlight the crafting and use of a carrier oil that