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A native of France, Calendula Officinalis is all round carrier oil that can be used by the whole family including chidren. This is because it possesses non-irritant properties and to be able to gain maximum benefits, you will need to buy the organically certified oils.
Occurance of the plant is usually around the Western parts of Europe, Southeastern Asia and the Mediterranean. Some believe it originated from Rome because its very name calendula was Roman derived from calendar. Interestingly, calendual blooms on the first day of each month during the season of its prime.
In India, Calendual is a very sacred plant and can be seen as an ingredient in incense and around holy praying areas.
For centuries, this plant has been known as an ornamental flower in some societies and would at times be interchanged with marigold. It can be added to your stews, mixed for toothpaste or be an active ingredient for some mouthwashes.
Not only can this colorful oil be used for external health beneftis, you will be pleased to find that your oil is also a great ingredient for your kitchen. It belongs to the asteracea family which makes it a herbaceous annual plant. For that reason, it may be used as an extensive antiviral herb. Add calendual to your stews and get your guests quizzing you for your secret recipe tips!
What makes calendula such as treasurable plant, is perhaps the numerous rich properties that it boasts of. These include;
Monoterpienes and sesquiterpienes are oxygenated oils which lend it a highly crucial skin revitalising effect.
Benefits of Calendula Oil
Easing the effects of varicose veins
Varicose veins can be extermely painful and make daily activities an irksome experience. Using calendula oil mixed with lavender oil and cedar wood added to bath water or applied on affected areas twice daily is a great way to ease some of the effects of painful veins.
Anti-spasmodic
The oil has a calming effect on the unsettle and nervy and may be used for people who suffer from epileptic attacks. It can also be used to calm the stressed and distressed because of the way it slowly works on the nervous system. May be of great help to those with a somewhat weaker bevors disposition.
Antiseptic and anti bacterial
From days of old, the oil was used in the treatment and washing of wounds and scarred tissue to prevent infection. This is because it possesses some anti-septic properties.
Soothes skin irritations
If you are facing challenges with your little one’s diaper rashes, skin irritations from certain products and even eczema symptoms, using the oil in the baby’s bath can help ease these discomforts.
Dysmenorrheal relief
In some women, that time of the month can be quite a dread because of the pains and irritations that arise due to hormonal imbalances. To ease these, mix calendula carrier oil with 2 tablespoons of rose geranium oil and rub around the abdominal area.
The oil is optimally of benefit when blended with essential oils. The best blends will be with;
| Lavender | Geranium | Cedar wood | Tea tree |
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