The marigold can be used both internally and externally. For culinary purposes or for the home pharmacy. The marigold cream can work wonders externally for various (skin) problems. But this plant can also lift an internal burden from your shoulders.

The marigold and its history

The marigold, or Calendula officinalis , is a plant with large orange or sometimes yellow flowers that comes from Southern Europe. It also has fruits that contain oil. Marigold self-sows very easily because it is an annual herb. If you want to sow yourself, it is best to do so at the end of March. The flower simply comes back every year and blooms for a very long time. Marigold does not tend to prefer soil, but over-fertilization will not do it any good. Furthermore, they like to be in the sun, of course. The marigold can be used both internally and externally, in the kitchen or as a home remedy.

Marigold cream

Marigold cream is a light yellow cream that contains only natural active ingredients. Such as bitter substances, saponins, organic acids and carotene. These contribute to the proper functioning of the cream. In addition, the cream is not greasy. Marigold oil found in the fruits can be used as a binding agent for lacquers and paints, among other things. After processing, the oil can also serve as a harmless paint thinner. Marigold cream has no side effects when used as a medicine and is suitable for all skin types.

What is marigold cream used for?

In the kitchen, inside

The flowers can be used in soups. But can also serve as a coloring agent for foods such as cheese. Eating young flowers is good for the liver and bile. You can also make a nice cup of tea from this flower.This works against painful periods, gastritis, problems with your gallbladder, lymph nodes, cellulitis and inflamed tonsils. The tea also helps combat sore throats and sore gums when used as a rinse. The petals contain essential oil that is used in the cream.

As a medicine, externally

The cream is used, among other things, as a wound ointment. Marigold cream softens and disinfects at the same time. Marigold cream has a healing, soothing and antiseptic effect on wounds. But also has the following properties:

• Inhibits inflammation
• Reduced cramps
• Combat fungi
• Stuns blood

Marigold cream is ideal for eczema skin, dry lips, sprains, bruises, on a sore anus, and even on varicose veins. You can also use the oil extract on dry skin. Marigold cream is also a good skin care product and can also serve as care for a baby. Keep an eye on! It is not recommended to apply the cream to acne skin. Marigold cream does disinfect, but seals the pimple/wound. And so the sebum can no longer get out and it becomes inflamed internally. You can apply marigold cream several times a day by spreading a thin layer. Apply a thicker layer in the evening and cover with a piece of plastic wrap or gauze if necessary. 1 jar of approximately 300g will last you a very long time as it is extremely economical to use.