Description

Calendula Officinalis Flower refers to the blossoms of the Calendula officinalis plant, commonly known as Calendula or Marigold. This flower is widely used in cosmetic and skincare products due to its soothing, anti-inflammatory, and healing properties.

Chemical Composition and Structure:

Key Components: The flower contains a variety of bioactive compounds, including flavonoids (such as quercetin and calendulin), triterpenoids, carotenoids, and essential oils. These compounds contribute to its therapeutic effects.
Structure: The chemical structure of these components supports the flower’s ability to reduce inflammation, provide antioxidant protection, and promote skin healing.

Physical Properties:

Appearance: The flowers are typically bright orange or yellow, and their extracts can vary in color from pale yellow to amber, depending on the preparation method.
Odor: The flowers have a mild, herbal fragrance with subtle floral notes.
Solubility: Calendula flower extracts are soluble in oils and alcohol, and can be included in a variety of cosmetic formulations.

Production Process:

Harvesting: Calendula flowers are collected at their peak bloom to ensure the highest concentration of active compounds.
Extraction: The flowers are processed using methods such as steam distillation, solvent extraction, or infusion to obtain the active constituents.
Purification: The extract is filtered and purified to remove impurities while concentrating the beneficial compounds.
Formulation: The purified extract is incorporated into various skincare and cosmetic products, including creams, lotions, and serums.

Applications:

Cosmetics: Used in skincare products for its calming and anti-inflammatory effects, making it suitable for sensitive or irritated skin.
Skincare: Included in formulations to soothe and heal the skin, improve skin texture, and reduce redness and inflammation.
Hair Care: Can be used in hair products to soothe the scalp and add conditioning benefits.

Environmental and Safety Considerations:

Environmental Impact: Calendula cultivation is generally sustainable. However, it is important to adopt eco-friendly farming practices to minimize environmental impact.
Safety: Generally regarded as safe for topical use. Like all botanical extracts, it should be used following established guidelines to avoid potential allergic reactions or skin irritations. Safety evaluations are recommended for new formulations or high concentrations.

INCI Functions:


Skin conditioning agent. It is the mainstay of topical skin treatment as it has the function of restoring, increasing or improving skin tolerance to external factors, including melanocyte tolerance. The most important function of the conditioning agent is to prevent skin dehydration, but the subject is rather complex and involves emollients and humectants that can be added in the formulation.
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CAS: 84776-23-8 EC number 283-949-5