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CALENDULA OFFICINALIS FLOWER EXTRACT.

Valuable CAS 84776-23-8 / FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING, SKIN CONDITIONING

A potent botanical extract derived from the Marigold flower, renowned for its multi-functional ability to soothe inflammation while providing robust antioxidant protection. It serves as a precision tool for repairing the skin barrier and mitigating the visual signs of oxidative stress and photo-aging.

Soothing Antioxidant Skin Repair Anti-inflammatory

Science

This extract operates through a triple-action pathway: it suppresses pro-inflammatory signaling molecules (IL-1β, IL-6, TNF-α), neutralizes free radicals like superoxides and hydroxyls, and accelerates structural recovery by stimulating fibroblast proliferation and collagen synthesis.


Research

High confidence
Effective range 1–15%
Optimal

5%

Key findings

  1. 01 Significant reduction in wrinkle depth and oxidative damage observed at 10-15% concentrations within 14 days.
  2. 02 In vitro data confirms a 40% increase in cell survival against oxidative stress at a 1.0% concentration.
  3. 03 Effective relief for minor skin inflammation and wound healing acceleration validated at 4-10% usage levels.

Transparency

Commonly dusted
Min. effective
1%
Red flag below
0.1%

While often used in marketing for its 'natural' appeal at levels below 0.1%, clinical data suggests a minimum threshold of 1.0% is required for cellular protection, with therapeutic anti-inflammatory benefits scaling up between 4% and 10%.


The Formula

Solubility
Both
Optimal pH 4.5 – 6.5
0 7 14

Stability

Exhibits superior stability in acidic environments (pH < 5.0). To preserve bio-active integrity, it should be integrated during the cool-down phase of formulation and protected from iron ions.

Synergies

  • Antioxidants
  • Soothing agents
  • Barrier-repair lipids

Conflicts

  • Ferric ions (Fe3+)
  • Formulations for Asteraceae-allergic individuals

Safety

CIR Status
Safe as used
Max tested
10%
Pregnancy
Safe
Sensitization risk Low

Generally recognized as safe (GRAS). The 10% threshold is noted as the maximum concentration rigorously tested for irritation, though the extract is exceptionally well-tolerated.


Your Skin

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Low

Our Assessment

Valuable

A high-performance botanical essential for inflammatory control and rapid skin recovery when formulated at clinically active percentages.


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