Marigold
Marigold, also known as calendula, is a bright orange-yellow flower widely used in British skincare and haircare for its soothing and conditioning properties. Gentle enough for sensitive skin, it brings a natural, calming touch to creams, balms, and cleansers. Shoppers often choose it for its traditional reputation as a skin-comforting botanical.
How it works in skincare
In cosmetics and skincare, marigold extract and oil are valued for their ability to help support the skin’s natural barrier and provide a soothing feel. The flower’s naturally occurring flavonoids and triterpenoids work to condition and soften while helping to reduce the appearance of dryness or irritation. Commonly found in UK lip balms, face creams, after-sun lotions and baby-care products, it lends a mild herbaceous scent and a gentle golden tint to formulations.
Key benefits
- Helps soothe and calm the look of sensitive skin
- Conditions and softens dry or rough skin
- Supports the skin’s natural moisture barrier
- Helps reduce the appearance of redness
- Provides a gentle conditioning effect on hair and scalp
- Adds a natural, subtle colour to balms and creams
Best for
sensitive skin, dry skin, irritated skin, mature skin, baby skin
Where it comes from
Marigold refers to the bright orange petals of Calendula officinalis, a hardy annual plant in the daisy family traditionally grown in British and European herb gardens. The petals are harvested and gently extracted to produce the botanical oils and infusions used in cosmetics.