HerbMate Library

Calendula

Calendula officinalis

Skin Healing, Anti-inflammatory

Calendula is a bright orange flower traditionally used for skin healing, inflammation support, and gentle lymphatic routines. It’s a classic salve and balm herb.

Key Benefits

Traditionally used for skin soothing and healing (educational use).
Often used in salves for irritation and dryness.
Used in gentle lymphatic and inflammation routines.

Common Issues It May Help With

Minor cuts and scrapes routines (traditional use).
Dry or irritated skin routines (traditional use).
Rash support routines (traditional use).

How To Use (Simple)

Topical: infused oil for salves and balms.
Tea: mild infusion sometimes used internally.
Blend: pairs well with chamomile for skin routines.

Taste / Notes

Mild, slightly bitter.

Evidence Level

Very strong traditional topical use; some modern research supports skin applications.

Cautions

Avoid if allergic to ragweed family.

Interactions

No major known interactions.

Debug: Loaded Herb Fields (verification)

{
  "slug": "calendula",
  "title": "Calendula",
  "latinName": "Calendula officinalis",
  "category": "Skin Healing, Anti-inflammatory",
  "tagsCount": 0,
  "summaryLen": 161,
  "benefitsBullets": 3,
  "issuesItTreats": 3,
  "howToUse": 3,
  "hasTaste": true,
  "hasEvidence": true,
  "hasCautions": true,
  "hasInteractions": true
}