Calendula (Calendula officinalis), also known as Calendula, as in the ancient western medicinal or dye can also be used as cosmetic or food, its leaves and petals can be eaten, it can be used for decoration of dishes. The main role of medicinal calendula pain, sterilization, anti-inflammatory, treatment of skin diseases. The flowers and leaves contain a large amount of lutein (80%), zeaxanthin (5%) and β- carotene.
Because it contains large amounts of lutein, is extracted from US manufacturers can protect the eyes of a health food, saponins and lutein Marigold extract aromatic oils, while its extract also contains, can be used to make cosmetics. Anti-sulfur capacity Calendula strong, cyanide and hydrogen sulfide also have some resistance, excellent stain for flowers, spring flower beds is the main material, can be used for cut flowers and potted plants. Calendula rich in vitamins, especially vitamin A and vitamin C; almost all parts are edible; its petals beauty of function, flowers contain carotenoids, tomato hydrocarbons, plum butterfly Flavin, Yuhong zeaxanthin, essential oil , resins, mucus quality, malic acid. The root contains bitter quality, Gold East diol; seeds contain glycerin, alcohol and biological alkali wax. Where you can put the shampoo makes hair color fades. Calendula of unleavened flat, flowers, leaves have anti-inflammatory, antibacterial effect. Root can do qi and blood, the flower can be cooling, bleeding. Various inflammatory European folk outside the skin, mucous membranes, and also can be taken orally to treat a variety of inflammation and ulceration. Take marigold marigold petals to make tea, aromatic scent. Rich in phosphorus and vitamin C, has a fever, antiemetic effect.
Calendula skin effect
1. superior ability to heal wounds sterilization convergence, governance inflammation, acne, large pores and prevent scarring. 2. calm the skin, improve skin sensitivity. Have utility repair scar. 3. moisturize dry lips, and promote skin metabolism. Especially for dry skin, highly moisturizing effect. Because of calendula cosmetic effect, is listed as one of the functional ingredients Kiehl, Switzerland magic care magic care cosmetics brand.