Easiest DIY Calendula Body Oil Recipe for Soft Skin

Learn how to make your very own calendula body oil! There are so many great calendula oil skin benefits that your body will love.

Calendula, also known as pot marigold, has been used for centuries for its skin healing properties. The bright orange and yellow flowers of the calendula plant are rich in beneficial plant compounds that can help soothe and nourish the skin when applied topically.

Calendula body oil is an easy way to harness the power of calendula for soft, supple skin.

I always make sure I have calendula infused oil in my home; I never live without it. Pure calendula oil is one of the things we use the most in our home, from a diaper cream to pregnancy belly oil, and everything in between.

Because there are so many incredible calendula oil uses, I decided to write a post to share all about the benefits, uses, and give you my favorite calendula body oil recipe!

Calendula Oil Benefits

Regularly massaging calendula body oil into the skin after bathing can provide numerous benefits, including:

• Hydrating and moisturizing dry, cracked skin
• Healing minor cuts, burns, scrapes, insect bites, and rashes
• Reducing inflammation associated with eczema, dermatitis, and acne
• Soothing diaper rash and other skin irritations in babies
• Preventing stretch marks during pregnancy by keeping skin supple
• Minimizing the appearance of scars and healing wounds
• Providing relief from sunburn pain and promoting healing
• Calendula face oil can even help with acne

The versatility of calendula face and body oil allows it to be used safely by people of all ages, from babies to the elderly.

It’s gentle enough for sensitive skin types and can be used on the face, body, hands and feet. The light, nourishing oil gets absorbed well without clogging pores or feeling greasy.

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Making Homemade Calendula Body Oil

Luckily, it’s easy and affordable to make calendula infused oil at home. Here is a simple DIY calendula body oil recipe:

Ingredients

• 1 cup dried calendula flowers
• 1 cup carrier oil (almond, jojoba, olive, grapeseed etc.)
• Small glass jar with lid
• Strainer

Instructions

Remove any stems, leaves or debris from the dried calendula flowers. You want just the petals.

Place the calendula petals in the glass jar. Pour the carrier oil over top until the flowers are completely submerged.

Put the lid on the jar for about 4-6 weeks, shaking the jar every few days. 

After 4-6 weeks, strain the oil to remove the flowers. Squeeze to get all the oil out.

Transfer the strained calendula oil back into the glass jar and place in a cool, dark place. It will keep for 6-12 months.

Tips and Tricks

• This is now and infused oil. You can leave it as is or add some essential oils to further enhance your body oil.
• Use this calendula oil for a salve, lip balm, diaper cream, and so much more!
• Keep the flowers in the oil for longer periods of time to make the infused oil even stronger!

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Materials

• 1 cup dried calendula flowers
• 1 cup carrier oil (almond, jojoba, olive, grapeseed etc.)
• Small glass jar with lid
• Strainer

Instructions

1. Remove any stems, leaves or debris from the dried calendula flowers. You want just the petals.
2. Place the calendula petals in the glass jar. Pour the carrier oil over top until the flowers are completely submerged.
3. Put the lid on the jar for about 4-6 weeks, shaking the jar every few days.
4. After 4-6 weeks, strain the oil to remove the flowers. Squeeze to get all the oil out.
5. Transfer the strained calendula oil back into the glass jar and place in a cool, dark place. It will keep for 6-12 months.

Notes

• This is now and infused oil. You can leave it as is or add some essential oils to further enhance your body oil.
• Use this calendula oil for a salve, lip balm, diaper cream, and so much more!
• Keep the flowers in the oil for longer periods of time to make the infused oil even stronger!

How to Use Calendula Body Oil

Using calendula infused oil is quite simple and versatile. Here are several ways you can use it:

1. Skin Moisturizer: Apply the calendula infused oil directly to your skin as a moisturizer. It can help hydrate and nourish the skin, leaving it soft and supple.
   
2. Massage Oil: Use the calendula oil as a massage oil. Its soothing properties can help relax muscles and alleviate tension.
   
3. Healing Salve: Mix the calendula oil with beeswax to create a healing salve. This can be applied to minor cuts, scrapes, burns, and insect bites to promote healing and reduce inflammation.
   
4. Facial Cleanser: Use the calendula oil on face as a gentle facial cleanser. Massage it onto your face to remove dirt, makeup, and impurities, then rinse with warm water.
   
5. DIY Skincare Products: Incorporate calendula oil into your homemade skincare products such as lotions, creams, balms, and serums.
   
6. Hair Treatment: You can use calendula body oil for hair by applying the oil to your hair and scalp as a conditioning treatment. It can help moisturize the scalp, reduce dandruff, and improve the overall health of your hair.
   
7. Sunburn Relief: Calendula oil has soothing properties that can help alleviate sunburn. Apply it to the affected areas to reduce pain and inflammation.
   
8. Diaper Rash Treatment: For babies, calendula oil can be used to soothe and heal diaper rash. Apply a thin layer to the affected area during diaper changes.
   
9. Minor Wound Care: Use calendula oil on minor wounds like scratches, abrasions, and cuts to promote healing and prevent infection.
   
10. Eczema and Psoriasis Relief: Calendula oil may help soothe the symptoms of eczema and psoriasis. Apply it regularly to affected areas to reduce inflammation and irritation.

Remember to patch-test the oil on a small area of your skin before using it more extensively, especially if you have sensitive skin or allergies. If irritation occurs, discontinue use.

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DIY Calendula Body Oil Wrap-Up

This simple body oil takes advantage of calendula’s natural therapeutic properties to soothe and heal the skin. Making it at home allows you to control the quality of ingredients. Plus, it’s a great project to do with kids to teach about flowers, herbs, and the benefits of natural skincare.

The calming, restorative effects of calendula have made it a staple in herbal medicine for centuries. By infusing calendula into oil, you harness its full potential in an easy-to use format! 

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