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Calendula (Calendula officinalis), or pot marigold, is an Asteraceae whose flower extract is declared in cosmetics as a skin-conditioning agent1. The CIR panel judges it safe in current uses3. On the evidence side, an 8-week trial in 21 volunteers reports better skin hydration and firmness4; it remains an isolated result.
Entry from our cosmetic ingredient glossary. Regulatory data from the European Commission's CosIng database12, safety according to the CIR expert panel3. Copy the identifiers in one click for your files.
Each result shows the protocol and the level of evidence. The higher the level, the better the result carries over to a finished formula.
Two of the seven skin mechanical parameters measured (R0 and R6) change significantly; the other five do not. The authors conclude there is an improvement in hydration and firmness. Small trial, extract content not given in the abstract4.
Narcissin (0.21 µg/cm²) and rutin (0.07 µg/cm²) are found in the living epidermis after application of the most effective gel5.
The gel keeps reduced glutathione close to the level of non-irradiated animals and limits changes in collagen fibrils, but has no effect on two other markers (gelatinase-9, myeloperoxidase). Animal result: an extract is not a substitute for a sunscreen5.
Calendula is among more than twenty botanicals tested in cream for antioxidant effects. The authors conclude that evidence-based studies are still needed for anti-aging effects11.
Not irritating, sensitizing or photosensitizing in animal and human tests, but mild eye irritants. Judged safe in current uses and concentrations3.
Triterpenes, saponins, flavonoids, carotenoids and polysaccharides dominate the composition of the genus6. The reviews mostly focus on medical uses: their conclusions are not repeated here7.
9 people (2.03%) react to calendula and 5 (1.13%) to arnica. The Asteraceae mix is positive in 4 of the 9 who react to calendula: a test with the plant itself remains useful8. Clinic population, not representative of the general public.
At least 15 species, including calendula and the chamomiles, have been suspected of sensitizing. Epidemiological data only concern arnica and German chamomile; the rest relies on isolated cases9.
The authors advise people allergic to this family against topical use of Asteraceae-based products, because of plant allergens and other constituents of the creams10.
This page summarizes published literature on a cosmetic ingredient. It does not describe the effect of a finished product, which depends on its formula, and it is not medical advice. Calendula is also studied for medical uses, which are not covered here: only the cosmetic results (hydration, firmness) are. There are few of them, and this is stated.
Our white label catalog includes 17 formulas with calendula: the key active in 4 of them, a supporting ingredient in the others. Every category can be customized (formula, fragrance, packaging).
Key active in the chamomile calendula lotion, also found in creams, an eye cream and a toner.
Key active in the baby cleansing water; also found in intimate washes, cleansing creams, a balm and bath and massage oils.
In our formulas, it is most often paired with
Panthenol 9Vitamin E 8Shea butter 6Argan oil 6Coconut oil 5Four plant extracts often combined in comfort care. They do not exclude each other.
| Calendula | Chamomile | Centella asiatica | Aloe vera | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Botanical family | Asteraceae1 | Asteraceae | Apiaceae | Asphodelaceae |
| Main role | Skin conditioning (flower extract)1 | Skin conditioning (flower extract) | Soothing, hydration, comfort | Hydration and comfort |
| Point to watch in a formula | Caution for people sensitized to Asteraceae89 | Same family, same caution | Triterpene titer varies by extract | Aloe and anthraquinone content to be controlled |
| EU regulation | No restriction1 | No restriction | No restriction | No restriction |
Peer-reviewed studies and official regulatory sources, checked on November 3, 2026.
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