If you love making your own natural oils at home, calendula infused oil is one of those simple recipes that feels extra special. I love making calendula oil because It’s gentle, soothing, and good for dry skin, homemade balms and scrubs.
One of my favorite herbs is calendula, it’s just so pretty to look at but I totally get it if you’re not really into herbalism or if you have no idea what infused oils are or how to make them. Honestly, the real reason I’m sharing this recipe is because calendula oil is amazing for skincare. It’s natural, homemade, non-toxic, and so easy to make.
I’m currently a student at the Herbal Academy, and one my favorite courses so far is their botanical skincare course because I love creating my own skincare recipes, homemade makeup, and natural cleaning products, so it’s been a perfect fit for me. This calendula infused oil is one of those simple recipes that I always come back to and I think you’re going to love it too.
Ways to Use Your Calendula Infused Oil
Here are some of my favorite ways to use calendula oil:
- Moisturizer for Dry Skin: Massage a few drops directly onto dry patches, rough hands, or cracked heels.
- Face Oil: Calendula is super gentle and calming perfect for sensitive or irritated skin.
- Soothing After-Sun Oil: Apply after sun exposure to calm and hydrate the skin.
- Lip Balm Base: Use it as the oil portion in your DIY lip balms.
- Cuticle and Nail Care: Rub a little into dry cuticles to keep them soft and healthy.
- Homemade Salves: Combine it with beeswax to make salves for minor scrapes, burns, and bug bites.
- Massage Oil: Mix it with a few drops of your favorite essential oils for a calming massage blend.
- Body Scrubs: Add it to homemade sugar or salt scrubs for extra nourishment.
- Hair Care: Rub a little onto dry ends or scalp for a soothing hair treatment.
- Makeup Remover: A gentle and natural way to remove makeup while moisturizing your skin at the same time.
Calendula Infused Oil Recipe
Ingredients:
Instructions:
1. Start with Dried Calendula
Make sure your calendula is dried. Then add them to a jar, filling about half way.
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2. Add Your Carrier Oil
Now, pour your carrier oil over the flowers until they’re fully covered. You want the flowers completely submerged to avoid any spoilage. You can use any carrier oil, like jojoba, sweet almond, olive oil, or avocado oil!
3. Let It Infuse
Seal the jar and let it sit in a cool, dark place for about 6 weeks to slowly infuse. Give it a gentle shake every few days if you remember!
(Heat Method): If you don’t want to wait 6 weeks, you can make the calendula oil by gently heating the jar. Place the jar (with the lid off) into a small pot of water over very low heat, just warm enough to heat the oil without boiling it. Let it sit for 2–4 hours, making sure the water stays warm but not too hot. Always keep an eye on it!
4. Strain and Store
After your infusion is ready, strain out the flowers using a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth. Pour the oil into a clean jar, dropper or bottle and that’s it. Your calendula infused oil is ready to use!
Notes:
- Any carrier oil will work , it just depends on what you plan to use the infused oil for.
- Make sure everything (your jar, your hands, your strainer) is super clean and dry to keep your oil fresh.
- For the quick infusion, keep the heat low and never let the oil bubble or fry the flowers.
Calendula Infused Oils
Ingredients
- Calendula
- Carrier oil
- Glass jar
- Fine mesh strainer or Cheesecloth.
Instructions
- Make sure your calendula is dried. Then add them to a jar, filling about half way.
- Cover the flowers in a carrier oil of your choice. Make sure they are completely covered.
- Lit sit in the jar for around 6 weeks to slowly infuse.
- (Heat Method): If you don’t want to wait 6 weeks, you can make the calendula oil by gently heating the jar. Place the jar (with the lid off) into a small pot of water over very low heat, just warm enough to heat the oil without boiling it. Let it sit for 2–4 hours, making sure the water stays warm but not too hot. Always keep an eye on it!
- After your infusion is ready, strain out the flowers using a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth. Pour the oil into a clean jar, dropper or bottle and that’s it. Your calendula infused oil is ready to use.
Notes
- Any carrier oil will work , it just depends on what you plan to use the infused oil for.
- Make sure everything (your jar, your hands, your strainer) is super clean and dry to keep your oil fresh.
- For the quick infusion, keep the heat low and never let the oil bubble or fry the flowers.
