12/17/2022
Let’s talk about calendula. 🌼
Calendula (calendula officinalis) has multiple medicinal benefits. It’s my favourite herb to work with because it is so versatile and gentle for babies and elders alike, while still being immensely effective at treating things like, for example, my piercings aren’t completely healed yet and some are a bit bruised or swollen, so I apply a little of this calendula salve I made to help moisturise them while treating the inflammation, as this herb is anti inflammatory, anti oxidant, anti all the bad things. I went ahead and started using it for moisturising my face as well as my piercings, as it reduces the inflammation of blemishes and redness as well. It’s so gentle that I have used it in the past for my baby’s diaper rash. It can also be compressed as a poultice for minor wounds, cuts, bug bites, or bruises. 10/10 for me.
Disclaimer for the Facebook trolls: I am not a doctor, but an herbalist. I am in no way using this in place of doctor recommended medication. Obviously if the piercings don’t heal properly I will either take them out or use something else. Plants as medicine do not work for everyone. There is no risk for this particular herb, but it has poisonous lookalikes. Don’t take my word for it and do your research before medicating. 🌿
***Southern Sweet Spells is my old shop name. My new shop name is Moon and Flame Apothecary ***
Hit up my shop for a calendula salve//infused oil. Prices are negotiable. Have a dandy day!