Calendula Powder
Part of our Herbs range, manufactured and exported by Arizone International LLP.
Calendula Powder is made from the dried golden-orange flower petals of Calendula officinalis, the pot marigold. It is one of the most loved botanicals in natural skincare and soap making, valued for its gentle, soothing image, its cheerful colour and its long history in European herbal tradition.
Arizone International supplies Calendula Powder and dried calendula petals for soap and cosmetic makers, herbal tea blenders, balm and ointment producers, wholesalers and exporters.
The "Poor Man's Saffron"
Calendula has been grown in European gardens since the Middle Ages. Its bright petals were once added to soups, stews, cheese and butter for colour, earning it the nickname "poor man's saffron". Its name comes from the Latin "calendae", the first day of the month, because the plant seemed to flower almost every month. In folk tradition, calendula was widely used on minor cuts, scrapes and irritated skin.
Calendula is different from the African and French marigolds (Tagetes) used in Indian garlands, which belong to another genus.
A Soap Maker's Favourite
Most natural flower colours fade or turn brown in handmade cold-process soap because soap is strongly alkaline. Calendula petals are a notable exception: they tend to keep their yellow-orange colour, which is why whole petals and calendula powder are among the most popular natural additives in soap. Calendula-infused oil is also widely used as a soap and balm base.
What Calendula Contains
- TriterpenoidsSuch as faradiol esters, among the most studied compounds in calendula.
- FlavonoidsIncluding quercetin and isorhamnetin glycosides.
- CarotenoidsWhich give the petals their colour.
- Polysaccharides and Essential OilPresent in smaller amounts.
Applications
- Handmade and natural soaps, bath salts and bath bombs
- Balms, salves, ointments and nappy creams
- Face masks, creams and lotions for sensitive skin
- Infused oils for massage and cosmetic bases
- Herbal tea blends
- Edible colour and decoration, where permitted
Safety Notes
Calendula is a member of the daisy family, so people allergic to ragweed, chrysanthemums or marigolds may react. A patch test is recommended for skin products. For internal use, pregnant and breastfeeding women should seek advice.
Quality Parameters
- Calendula officinalis identity, separate from Tagetes
- Colour and share of petals versus green parts
- Moisture and particle size
- Microbiology, pesticide residues and heavy metals
- Pyrrolizidine alkaloid testing where required by export markets
Packaging and Storage
Calendula Powder is packed in light-protective, moisture-proof bags or cartons. Store away from light, heat and humidity to keep its colour bright.
Calendula petals are also popular in herbal teas.
Tips for Buyers and Formulators
Calendula flower powder is used in skincare, soaps and herbal blends. Ask for microbiology results and a pesticide screen for cosmetic use. People allergic to daisy-family plants may react to calendula, so include a patch-test note on skin products.
Keep packs sealed and away from light.
Why Choose Arizone International?
We are an India-based supplier and exporter of herbal powders and botanicals. We supply Calendula Powder and whole petals with test reports and full export documentation.
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Specifications
- Category
- Herbs
- Physical Form
- Fine powder – 60 to 100 mesh (custom mesh on request)
- Grade Options
- Food / Ayurvedic / Cosmetic grade
- Packaging
- 20–25 kg multi-wall paper or HDPE bags with food-grade PE liner; smaller pouches for private label
- Country of Origin
- India
- Shelf Life
- 24 months in original sealed packing
- Storage Conditions
- Cool, dry place away from sunlight and moisture; keep bags closed
Applications
- Handmade and natural soaps, bath salts and bath bombs
- Balms, salves, ointments and nappy creams
- Face masks, creams and lotions for sensitive skin
- Infused oils for massage and cosmetic bases
- Herbal tea blends
- Edible colour and decoration, where permitted
Compliance
Calendula is pot marigold, a different plant from the Tagetes marigolds used in Indian garlands.
Yes. Calendula is one of the few flowers that keeps its colour in soap.
Yes. Calendula is available as whole petals and as Calendula Powder.
Yes. We can adjust the mesh size of Calendula Powder to your need, from coarse powder for teas to fine powder for capsules and face packs.
Yes. We offer steam-sterilised Calendula Powder and share microbiology results so you can check it against your specification.
We export Calendula Powder from India to buyers in the USA, the UK, the EU, the Middle East, Australia and 40+ other countries. Orders ship by sea or air on EXW, FOB, CIF or DAP terms, with a certificate of analysis and a certificate of origin.
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