Calendula

We know this beauty as Marigold! It is used most in skin care lotions, creams, and face wash. However, it has been known for centuries for its antibacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-inflammatory properties. It is so good for healing cuts, scrapes, bruises, insect bites, and minor wounds as a poultice or tea. Calendula makes a great face wash for dry irritated skin and acne. The oil from Calendula is so skin-healing that Calendula is now recognized by the German Commission E for its effectiveness for skin care. As a gargle or wash, petals boiled in water can help with thrush, sore gums, and mouth infections. Calendula is used as an eye wash with it’s lutein, lycopene, and beta-carotene properties. An eye wash that is often used as a go-to for conjunctivitis.