Included in a mixed bouquet, calendula (Calendula officinalis) flowers—also called “pot marigold—are sure to gladden the hearty of the recipient. Irresistible waves of bright yellow and orange daisy-like flowers greet me on my morning rounds, lifting my mood even on the worst of days. Calen...
Calendula should never be subjected to high heat, so oven drying is out of the question. Set your dehydrator to 90-95 degrees F. If you’re air drying, turn the flowers over every so often. Keep them out of direct sunlight. They’ll shrink quite a bit as they dry, so you’ll ...
Calendula has long been known for its diverse gardening, culinary, and medical benefits. A plant that can do it all, the brightly colored calendula flower petals make them an eye-catching addition to a garden and their healing properties make them a go-t
Calendula has been shown to help wounds heal faster, possibly by increasing blood flow and oxygen to the affected area, which helps the body grow new tissue. It is also used to improve skin hydration and firmness. The dried petals of the calendula plant are used in tinctures, ointments, an...
To clean containers for use in beauty products, wipe all the oily residue out first. Then run them through the dishwasher, and they’ll be ready. If you don’t have a dishwasher, wash them in hot, soapy water, rinse them in scalding water, and then dry them with a clean cloth. Only...
5. Calendula Commonly called pot marigold, Calendula officinalis is a pretty yellow flowering plant that has many practical uses around the home – including skin care. A healing herb to be sure, calendula petals and pollen contain carotenoids and flavonoids that have a powerful antioxidant and ...
I callthis homemade calendula salve recipemy #allthethings balm because it can be used as a face moisturizer, chapped-lip balm, baby bottom balm, owie salve, burn salve,bug bite balm, and more. Actually, though, dandelion blossoms have a lot of the same properties that calendula is prized...
Bright, vivid orange is very easy to get using natural soap colors. You can add specks of orange using pieces of calendula flower petals or go all out for an almost luminous all-over orange. The best orange, in my experience, is created from annatto seeds. Used in Indian cooking, you ...
Leaves: Bee balm has dark green, toothed leaves that grow opposite one another; leaves grow on square stalks similar to mint. The leaf surface has a hint of downy fuzz. Also of interest: Anise Anise Hyssop Arugula Basil Bay Bee Balm Borage Calendula Caraway Catnip Chamomile Chervil Chives Ci...
To use:Just before showering, rub the scrub gently onto damp skin, avoiding any tender areas such as the face, then shower off or rinse with cool water. Ingredients: Peel or zest of two oranges Old fashioned oats Dry thyme Dry rose petals ...