Marigold Extract: Petal Power
With their fiery petals and summertime smell, marigolds are more than just a garden staple – they produce marigold extract! This commonly grown botanical has been used for centuries as a dye, ceremonial decoration, and skincare. Its ability to soothe, protect, and nourish the skin makes marigold extract stand out as one of Üazú Skincare’s featured ingredients. Let’s explore why this vibrant flower is ideal for skincare.
What is Marigold Extract?
Derived from the petals of the Calendula officinalis flower, also known as pot marigold, marigolds are native to the Americas but can now be found all over the world. Extracted through cold oil infusion of alcohol-based tinctures, marigold extract has a reputation for soothing medicinal properties, helping to heal skin reactions and irritations.
The key components of marigold extract include flavonoids, carotenoids, triterpenoids, and saponins. Each of these components give marigold extract powerful skin-enhancing compounds such as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, protective, balancing, and soothing properties.
Fun Fact: The name “marigold” comes from the phrase “Mary’s gold,” as in the Virgin Mary.
How Marigold Extract Works in Skincare
Marigold extract offers a range of benefits when used in the skincare world:
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Soothes and Comforts: marigold extract is best known for its ability to ease irritation, making it perfect for topical use and sensitive skin.
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Enhances Skin Repair: this extract promotes the healing of skin conditions and discoloration.
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Deeply Hydrates: hydration and moisture delivery are one of the most crucial aspects of skincare, and marigold extract works to deliver it.
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Shields Against Premature Aging: quercetin, a compound in marigold extract, works to heal oxidative damage from UV rays.
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Purifies and Prevents Bacterial Growth: marigold extract potentially increases blood flow to scrapes, cuts, and burns, allowing for faster healing and infection prevention.
Why Üazú Loves Marigold Extract
At Üazú Skincare, we believe nothing is more important than transparency of our products and ingredients. That being said, marigold extract is an essential part of our formulations because of its skin benefits and sustainability. Marigold extract is extremely gentle yet powerful, working for even the most sensitive skin types. While it is ideal for damaged, fatigued skin, its gentleness allows it to suit every skin type. Marigold extract works hand-in-hand with other ingredients to enhance antioxidant content and nutrients.
Sustainability is a priority for our company, deeming marigold extract the perfect example of our commitment. Marigold extract is widely grown in multiple countries and grows in almost any type of soil, making it easily attainable without the risk of over-harvesting or environmental damage. On top of this, we make sure our marigold extract is sourced using eco-friendly practices.
How to Use Marigold Extract in Your Skincare Routine
In a Pharmacognosy Review, Pharmatutor states, “more than 200 different commercial and medical formulations now contain concentrated calendula marigold extract” (2022).
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Post Sun Care: one of the main ways marigold extract can help your skin is to use an ointment or product containing calendula after or during sun exposure, like Üazú Skincare’s SPF 50.
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For Hydration and Barrier Support: Mix a small amount of marigold extract with your favorite moisturizer or carrier oil to strengthen your skin and moisture barrier.
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Daily Refreshers and Serums: Toners and facial mists containing calendula provide all day balance, while serums give you that morning or nightly boost in radiance.
The Future of Marigold Extract in Skincare
Marigold extract in skin care will continue to rise with the increase of plant-based beauty. Having the versatility to suit all skin types, be exponentially grown in multiple areas of the world, and be all-natural, marigold extract seems to be the future of skincare in itself. Üazú wants to ensure that our sustainable products will remain available for generations to come while always committing to elevating skincare with nature’s most potent ingredients.
Sources
Kumar Singh V. (2022). Marigold in Cosmetics. Pharmatutor. https://www.pharmatutor.org/content/pharmapedia/marigold-in-cosmetics
Triebswetter A. Calendula Extracts: Formulating Their Benefits Into Natural Cosmetics. Formula Botanica. https://formulabotanica.com/calendula-natural-cosmetics/
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