Calendula Oil
A soothing botanical body oil formulated to comfort sensitive or easily irritated skin, replenish long-lasting moisture and ease the tight, uncomfortable feeling associated with persistent dryness.
Infused with hand-selected Calendula flowers—naturally rich in triterpenoids traditionally valued for their skin-soothing properties—and blended with cold-pressed Sweet Almond Oil to help nourish and support the skin's natural barrier.
A versatile addition to your daily skincare routine. Use after bathing as a nourishing body oil, apply as a lightweight facial oil, or massage into dry patches and flaky areas of the scalp whenever extra moisture and comfort are needed.
Crafted from pure, nutrient-rich botanical oils and traditional herbal extracts. Free from synthetic fragrances, artificial colourings, silicones, parabens and mineral oils.
Free UK standard delivery on orders over £50
Herbal Support for Sensitive Skin, Skin Barrier Care & Deep Hydration
Calendula Body Oil is a practitioner-formulated botanical body oil developed to comfort sensitive skin, nourish dry areas and support the skin's natural protective barrier. Expertly blended by our Medical Herbalists, this gentle, multi-purpose conditioning oil provides lasting moisture and botanical nourishment for skin that feels dry, delicate or easily irritated.
Whether you are experiencing seasonal dryness, rough patches, skin exposed to cold weather, or simply looking for a lightweight daily moisturising oil suitable for both the face and body, this fast-absorbing botanical preparation helps leave the skin feeling soft, comfortable and naturally balanced.
Supporting Healthy Skin Naturally
Healthy skin depends upon a strong, well-functioning moisture barrier. When this protective barrier becomes disrupted through environmental exposure, frequent washing, cold weather or naturally dry skin, moisture is lost more easily and the skin can feel tight, uncomfortable and prone to visible redness or irritation.
Our Medical Herbalists have carefully selected a simple yet highly effective botanical combination of Calendula Flowers, cold-pressed Sweet Almond Oil and plant-based Vitamin E. Working in harmony, these carefully selected botanicals help nourish the skin, support the natural moisture barrier, comfort sensitive skin and maintain soft, healthy-looking skin throughout the year.
Why Choose a Traditional Calendula Body Oil?
Unlike many conventional body lotions that rely on water, emulsifiers and synthetic ingredients, our Calendula Body Oil is prepared using a traditional herbal infusion that slowly extracts the naturally occurring fat-soluble botanical compounds from whole Calendula flowers into cold-pressed Sweet Almond Oil. This gentle preparation helps preserve the richness and complexity of the plant while creating a lightweight botanical oil that absorbs comfortably into the skin without leaving a heavy or greasy residue.
Supplied in a 50ml amber glass bottle with an integrated pipette dropper, every batch is handcrafted using 100% plant-based ingredients. The formulation is vegan-friendly and free from synthetic fragrances, artificial colourings, silicones, parabens and mineral oils, allowing the carefully selected botanicals to remain the focus of the preparation.
Key Botanicals at a Glance
Calendula Flowers (Calendula officinalis): Traditionally valued for their skin-soothing properties and naturally rich in triterpenoids that help comfort sensitive skin and support the skin's natural renewal processes.
Sweet Almond Oil (Prunus amygdalus dulcis): A lightweight, nourishing carrier oil naturally rich in oleic and linoleic fatty acids that helps moisturise the skin and support its natural protective barrier.
Plant-Based Vitamin E (Tocopherol): A natural antioxidant that helps protect both the botanical oils and the skin from everyday environmental stressors while supporting healthy-looking skin.
Cellular Nourishment & Skin Barrier Support
Applying nutrient-rich botanical oils to the skin is a time-honoured self-care practice that helps support the skin's natural moisture barrier and maintain long-lasting hydration. Our Medical Herbalists have selected Calendula officinalis (Calendula Flower), a botanical traditionally valued for its exceptional skin-soothing properties and longstanding use in caring for dry, delicate and weathered skin.
Calendula naturally contains triterpenoids, flavonoids and carotenoids—plant compounds that have been widely studied for their role in supporting the skin's natural renewal processes and maintaining a healthy skin barrier. Together, these naturally occurring constituents help comfort dry, flaky or environmentally stressed skin while supporting soft, healthy-looking skin.
Comforting Sensitive Skin & Maintaining Skin Balance
Dry, sensitive skin can become more vulnerable to everyday environmental stressors, leaving it feeling tight, uncomfortable and prone to visible redness or irritation.
To help maintain skin comfort, our formulation combines traditionally infused Calendula Flowers with cold-pressed Sweet Almond Oil and plant-based Vitamin E. Working together, these botanicals help nourish the skin, support its natural protective barrier and provide lasting moisture, helping the skin feel calmer, smoother and more balanced throughout the day.
Essential Fatty Acids, Hydration & Environmental Protection
Healthy skin relies upon a resilient lipid barrier to help retain moisture while protecting against everyday environmental challenges. Cold-pressed Sweet Almond Oil provides a lightweight source of naturally occurring oleic and linoleic fatty acids together with Vitamin E, helping to nourish the skin, support the natural moisture barrier and reduce transepidermal water loss.
By helping maintain this protective barrier, the formulation supports the skin's ability to remain comfortably hydrated despite common environmental stressors such as central heating, air conditioning, cold weather, frequent washing and everyday exposure to the elements.
Traditional Frameworks & Botanical Profiles
Every ingredient within this practitioner-formulated botanical oil has been carefully selected by our Medical Herbalists for its traditional role in supporting healthy skin and maintaining the skin's natural protective barrier.
Sweet Almond Oil (Prunus amygdalus dulcis): A lightweight, nourishing carrier oil naturally rich in essential fatty acids and Vitamin E that helps moisturise the skin, support barrier function and improve long-lasting skin comfort.
Calendula Flower (Calendula officinalis): Traditionally valued for its exceptional skin-soothing properties and naturally rich in triterpenoids, flavonoids and carotenoids that help support the skin's natural renewal processes while comforting dry, delicate or sensitive skin.
Plant-Based Vitamin E (Tocopherol): A natural antioxidant that helps protect both the botanical oils and the skin from everyday oxidative stress while supporting the skin's natural moisture barrier.
Sweet Almond Oil (Prunus amygdalus dulcis) infused with Calendula Flowers (Calendula officinalis), Tocopherol (Plant-Based Vitamin E).
Getting the Most from Your Calendula Body Oil
Our Calendula Body Oil can be easily incorporated into your daily skincare routine in several ways, depending on your skin's needs. Whether you are looking to nourish dry skin, comfort sensitive areas or maintain a healthy skin barrier, regular application allows the carefully selected botanicals to support soft, healthy-looking skin throughout the year.
Method 1 — Full-Body Daily Moisturiser (Best After Bathing)
Preparation: After a warm bath or shower, gently pat your skin dry, leaving it slightly damp to help lock in moisture.
Application: Dispense 1–2 full pipettes of oil into your palms and warm the oil between your hands.
Massage: Smooth the oil generously over the body, paying particular attention to areas that feel dry or prone to roughness, including the arms, legs, elbows, knees and shoulders.
Method 2 — Facial Oil & Daily Skin Conditioning (Morning or Evening)
Application: Dispense 2–3 drops onto clean fingertips and warm the oil gently between your hands.
Massage: Apply gently to the face and neck using light upward strokes. The oil can be used on its own as a lightweight facial oil or applied before your regular moisturiser to provide an additional layer of botanical nourishment.
Method 3 — Targeted Care for Dry Areas (As Needed)
Application: Apply 2–3 drops directly to particularly dry or rough areas of skin, including elbows, knees, hands, heels or flaky areas of the scalp. Massage gently until absorbed to provide concentrated botanical nourishment wherever extra moisture and comfort are needed.
Safety & Cautions
External Use Only: This product is intended for topical application to the skin and scalp only.
Patch Test: If you have particularly sensitive or allergy-prone skin, we recommend performing a patch test on a small area of the inner forearm 24 hours before first use.
Pregnancy, Breastfeeding & Medical Conditions: If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking prescription medication, or have an underlying medical condition, please consult your healthcare professional or contact one of our Medical Herbalists before use.
Storage: Keep out of the reach of children. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Shipping rates:
United Kingdom (except for channels islands, see below).
- £4.50 for Standard Delivery (Royal Mail 48h Tracked). Delivery speed: 3-5 business days
- £6.50 for Express Delivery (Royal Mail 24h Tracked). Delivery Speed: 2-3 business days
- Free Standard Delivery on orders over £50
Channel Islands
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USA
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Canada
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