CALENDULA AND HONEY FOR BEAUTY
Calendula is a natural oil extracted from marigold flowers (Calendula officinalis). It’s often used as a complementary or alternative treatment.
Calendula oil is made by infusing marigold flowers in a carrier oil. It is ideal for sensitive, oily, and acne-prone skin. Laden with anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, it can help to banish dark spots, blemishes, acne, and acne scars. What’s more, it can restore skin elasticity, and provide a smooth and soft texture.
Honey is a supersaturated solution composed mainly of fructose and glucose, and containing proteins and amino acids, vitamins, enzymes, minerals, plus other minor components.
Historical records of honey skin uses date back to the earliest civilizations, showing that honey has been frequently used as a binder or vehicle, but also for its therapeutic virtues. Antimicrobial properties are pivotal in dermatological applications. Honey is particularly suitable as a dressing for wounds and burns and has also been included in treatments against tinea, seborrhea, dandruff, diaper dermatitis, and psoriasis.
The unique process that creates honey makes it especially valuable for cosmetic uses, such as clearing acne, healing scars, and evening out skin tone. Its a great antioxidant and exerts emollient, humectant, soothing effects, keeps the skin juvenile and retards wrinkle formation, regulates pH and prevents pathogen infections.
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