Calendula Extract

CAL

8/10

Concern level

High concern

Botanical extract from Calendula officinalis (pot marigold) used mainly for soothing, calming, and skin-conditioning benefits. CIR lists Calendula officinalis flower extract as safe in the present practices of use and concentration in cosmetics. As a complex botanical extract, it does not have a single molecular weight. ([cir-safety.org](https://cir-safety.org/ingredient/calendula-officinalis-flower-extract?utm_source=openai))

Pore-clogging

Non-comedogenic

Pregnancy

Safe

Regulatory

No data

Benefits

HealingSoothing

Chemical Properties

pH Range

4.00 - 7.50

Typical Concentration

0.10% - 5.00%

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin8/10

oily skin6/10

sensitive skin8/10

acne prone7/10

mature skin7/10

normal skin8/10

Interactions

incompatible with: Use caution with other fragrant botanical extracts in highly reactive-skin formulas, Patch-test if allergic to Asteraceae/Compositae plants

Risks & Warnings

Generally low risk, but botanicals can still cause contact allergy or irritation in people sensitive to Asteraceae/Compositae plants. Product-specific extracts may vary in allergens depending on solvent and plant part used. ([cir-safety.org](https://cir-safety.org/ingredient/calendula-officinalis-flower-extract?utm_source=openai))

Vegan Cruelty-Free

Found In Products

Tata Harper