Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract is a gentle, natural botanical extract derived from the bright orange petals of the marigold flower. Widely used in British skincare and beauty products, it is prized for its soothing and calming properties, making it a favourite in creams, balms and cleansers for sensitive or irritated skin.
How it works in skincare
In cosmetics and skincare, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract functions primarily as a soothing and conditioning agent. It is rich in flavonoids and triterpenoids that help reduce visible redness and calm skin prone to irritation. Formulators value its ability to support the skin’s natural barrier while providing a soft, comforting feel in moisturisers, after-sun products, baby care and lip balms.
Key benefits
- Calms and soothes irritated skin
- Helps reduce the appearance of redness
- Supports the skin’s natural moisture barrier
- Conditions and softens skin and lips
- Gentle enough for sensitive skin formulations
- Provides a comforting feel in after-sun and baby products
Best for
sensitive skin, dry skin, irritated skin, reactive skin, mature skin
Where it comes from
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract is obtained from the flowers of the Calendula officinalis plant, commonly known as pot marigold. It is a hardy annual herb native to southern Europe and widely cultivated in the UK and across Europe for its vibrant orange and yellow petals.
Products with Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Not every product on UK Lips lists a full ingredient breakdown — so there may be many more formulas that contain Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract than we can show here. These are the comparisons where we’ve confirmed it in the listed ingredients.