Calendula Glycerite (Pot Marigold Extract) - Essentially Natural

<p>Calendula Glycerite is a calming botanical extract made from calendula flowers (Calendula officinalis) in a base of vegetable glycerine and purified water. This water-soluble format makes it easy to add to the water phase of skincare formulas without needing a solubiliser. It is a simple, beginner-friendly way to bring calendula into daily-care products like toners, gels, serums and lotions.</p>
<h4>Key Properties</h4>
<ul>
<li>Botanical Name: Calendula officinalis</li>
<li>Plant Part: Flower</li>
<li>Extract Type: Glycerite (alcohol-free)</li>
<li>Solubility: Water-soluble</li>
<li>Ingredients: Vegetable Glycerine, Purified Water (RO), Calendula officinalis Flower Extract</li>
<li>Country Of Origin: South Africa</li>
<li>Size Options: 20ml, 50ml, 100ml, 200ml or 500ml</li>
</ul>
<h4>What It’s Used For</h4>
<ul>
<li>Hydrating facial toners, essences and gels</li>
<li>Lightweight serums and leave-on lotions for daily care</li>
<li>After-sun or post-shave comfort products</li>
<li>Gentle body lotions and hand creams</li>
<li>Mild cleansing gels and micellar waters</li>
<li>DIY masks and sheet mask solutions</li>
</ul>
<h4>Who It’s For</h4>
<p>This product is suitable for:</p>
<ul>
<li>Skin that feels sensitive, dry, or easily stressed</li>
<li>Redness-prone routines that prefer gentle, calming ingredients</li>
<li>Everyday skincare formulas where you want simple botanical support</li>
<li>DIY formulators wanting an easy, water-phase calendula extract</li>
</ul>
<p>This product is not:</p>
<ul>
<li>An essential oil</li>
<li>A fragrance oil</li>
<li>A finished skincare product intended to be used as-is</li>
</ul>
<h4>How To Use</h4>
<ul>
<li>As a Water-Phase Add-In: Add to the water phase of toners, gels, serums, lotions, cleansers or micellar waters and mix well.</li>
<li>As a Leave-On Inclusion Guide: Typical use level is 1% to 10%.</li>
<li>As a Rinse-Off Inclusion Guide: Use up to 20% in rinse-off formulas if desired.</li>
<li>Processing Tip: Works well in cold-processed formulas and is generally comfortable across pH 4 to 8, but always check and adjust final pH if needed.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Safety Instructions</h4>
<ul>
<li>For external use only and do not ingest</li>
<li>Patch test before first use</li>
<li>Discontinue use if irritation occurs</li>
<li>Keep out of reach of children and pets</li>
<li>If pregnant, breastfeeding or under medical care, consult a healthcare provider before use</li>
<li>Store sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and close tightly between uses</li>
</ul>
<h4>FAQs</h4>
<p>Q: Will this make my toner or gel cloudy?<br>A: It is water-soluble and usually blends in easily, but clarity can vary depending on the full formula and preservative system.</p>
<p>Q: Does this contain added colourants or fragrance?<br>A: No added colourants or synthetic fragrance are included in the listed ingredients.</p>
<p>Q: Do I need to preserve my final formula?<br>A: If your finished product contains water, it needs an appropriate preservative system to help keep it stable and safe during use.</p>