Three Ways to Make Calendula Oil (Easy, Quick, & POTENT)

[@tuttoo22]

I made some calendula balm last year because of you and everyone I gave some to for Christmas loved it! Thanks again!

[@kristyp2585]

I did too!

[@Lovelygreens]

I'm so happy to hear that!

[@Lovelygreens]

Yay 😍

[@001vivianne]

Great video - I used your balm/salve recipe for my partner last year when he was undergoing radiotherapy on his neck and it worked amazingly - he came through treatment with no damage to the skin.

[@Lovelygreens]

That's amazing 👏 so pleased, and I hope he's still doing well!

[@GrowCookPreserveWithKellyDawn]

I love growing calendula. Last year I made calendula infused oil and chamomile infused oil to use with my beeswax for salve and lip balm and everyone absolutely loves it! 🌼

[@MrPpande100]

I liked very much your video. Very well explained. I will try

[@LJC55]

What a great video ! Easy to follow..❤

[@tessawebb9469]

This was so helpful, thank you so much.

[@jackieopperman6568]

Great video as always. Thanks

[@kaisenji]

Resina is the only one I have grown and noticed an incredible difference in the affects.

[@asyed1995]

Love to see beautiful places

[@anulaluna]

Lovely video ! Ive been making this for a couple of years just as a moisturiser for my skin or use on cuts. I make with almond oil.💖

[@Lovelygreens]

Sweet almond oil is my favourite carrier oil for calendula, too :)

[@stevendowden2579]

really interesting tanya

[@AltafKw]

Thank you

[@hihosilver1234]

10/10 video I'm impressed

[@iratxi._]

Just wondering, what about sunflower oil? Is it fitting for balm products? Great video!🖤

[@Iamam313]

shelf life does extend for oils in case of soap, soap never goes bad so once it's made the oils in the soap never go rancid

[@Lovelygreens]

Untrue. Any oils left as the superfat can and do go rancid. That's why inexperienced soapmakers usually encounter DOS at some point in their soapmaking education.

[@Iamam313]

@@Lovelygreens so it is possible to make forever soap if it's a 0% superfat

[@GabrielleNielson-kh2li]

Can you do this with any herbs? such as Lavender & Rose?

[@Lovelygreens]

Lavender, yes to all three methods. Rose petals will only work for the alcohol intermediary method - they do not contain oil-soluble components.

[@daam23]

Thank you for this wonderful tutorial. I'm wondering if I use the alcohol (Vodka) method, can I use that infusion for lotions or cream?

[@Lovelygreens]

Yes, you can! There's a tiny amount of alcohol (drying to the skin) in the oil, but it should not be an issue. It can mainly evaporate off during oil and skincare preparation. However, if there is some still in the oil, it won't stay dispersed. During storage, it will collect at the bottom of the container, and you can avoid using it.

[@daam23]

@@Lovelygreens Appreciate that🙏🏻

[@lourdesswalker102]

I am going to try the alcohol infused method. Does it matter what oil you use ? I was going to use either grapeseed, coconut, or tallow ? I’m making it for my daughters eczema

[@Lovelygreens]

Cold-pressed oils will be better for eczema, so look for that in the product information and label. Cold-pressed coconut oil is a good option. Also, keep in mind that alcohol might not be the best for inflamed skin, and there may be some left oil made using the alcohol intermediary method. You'd do better to use one of the other methods.

[@lourdesswalker102]

@ okay I only said that one to get more of a potent oil but thankyou for letting me know. I haven’t made it yet so maybe that was a sign.

[@ChetanaBangera]

I am planning to infuse calendula oil for the first time and would love your guidance. I would prefer the first option but since I am based in Scotland the room temperature is around 20 degrees cel and there is barely any sunshine. So is this option feasible or should I always go for option2 ?

[@Lovelygreens]

Option 1 is absolutely fine for 20⁰C. Even cooler than that!

[@inthegrid2563]

Is it necessary to strain out the flowers if I intend to store the oil? I will not be using it for a salve, balm, or other use. Just for additional info, I used sweet almond oil as a carrier.

[@Lovelygreens]

You can leave the flowers in until you use the oil, but it's better to strain and have the oil ready to use. It saves having to do that step before making. Are you thinking of using dried flowers as decoration? I'm not sure of what you're thinking or the end purpose.

[@emylytle5409]

Can I use coconut oil, is it the same process? Thank you

[@Lovelygreens]

For the second method, yes.

[@asyed1995]

Cooking oil? Or perfume. What are different use

[@Lovelygreens]

Calendula oil is not a perfume as it has little scent. It's used as a healing oil for irritated skin conditions and wound healing. It can also naturally color handmade soap yellow.

[@SharmaineBalog]

Can use coconut oil

[@Lovelygreens]

Yes, but only in the second method.

[@amalabdurrahman494]

😍😍

[@NJ-xx3ww]

Can we use anything other than alcohol like apple cider vinegar?

[@Lovelygreens]

Afraid not.

[@lelan8222]

❤❤❤

[@MrMostSugar]

Hi, I was make cold process soap. But it were gel form. What is the solution about this issue. Thank you.

[@Lovelygreens]

Hiya, I don't quite understand. Could you explain a bit more and/or email me a photo?

[@MrMostSugar]

@@Lovelygreens thank you for yout interest. how can I send an email? where can I find the address?

[@RVAGardenArtist]

Do you ever use jojoba oil ?

[@Lovelygreens]

Yes, but not for making infused oils because it's far too pricey. Jojoba oil (technically a liquid wax) is a wonderful oil that is very similar to human sebum. It's great added to skin serums, lotion recipes, and other fine skincare.

[@josefapaes5251]

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