Herbal Spotlight: Calendula
Meet the sunny, golden flower at the heart of some of our favorite skincare.
Reviewed by Jessica Flowers, Certified Clinical Herbalist
At Moon Mother Hemp Company, we care just as much about thoughtful herbal formulas as we do about CBD content. Each of our topicals is formulated by our founder, a certified clinical herbalist, to blend our whole plant hemp extract with certified organic herbs chosen to work in harmony.
What is calendula?
Calendula (Calendula officinalis) has been cherished for centuries for ornamental, culinary and cosmetic uses. You may know it as pot marigold. It isn’t a true marigold (those belong to a different genus), but its bright orange and yellow blooms look a lot alike.
Why we love it
Calendula is one of the herbal powerhouses in our line. It’s a traditional favorite in herbal skincare, prized for its gentle, soothing feel, and it has been infused into salves, oils, lotions and creams for generations. Many herbalists also enjoy it as a tea.
Grow your own
Calendula is easy to grow, even in pots. Harvest the flowers in the heat of summer, ideally midday, when their oils are at their peak. The petals can be tossed fresh into salads, stews and broths, or dried and saved for herbal preparations later.
You’ll find calendula in our Skin Balm and our Glow Skin Serum.
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