Calendula or Marigold Flower (Calendula officinalis, flowers), total, Germany: It’s impossible to distill Calendula petals and all most of us have known up to now is the infused oil of calendula which also works wonders in skincare applications. For those of you who have been yearning for an essential oil of Calendula, we can now offer you carbon dioxide-extracted organically grown Calendula total. Recent investigations clearly demonstrated that CO2 extraction produces a high grade extract that can be verified by its topical anti-inflammatory activity. Calendula extracts cannot irritate even sensitive skin and are suitable also for tonic face lotions, sun-milks, aftershave products, lipsticks and hair shampoos. The “total” extract of Calendula which we offer contains the bioactive ingredients, e.g. faradiolesters, which are mainly responsible for the anti-inflammatory activity of Calendula. Description: Dark red/brown color, waxy consistency, liquid around 104̊F. INCI name: Calendula officinalis flower extract CO2. Components: Pentacyclic triterpene alcohols and triterpendiol monoesters including 17-25% faradio esters esterified mainly with myristic- and palmitic acids. Faradiol esters have a significant anti-inflammatory effect. Other ingredients are esterols, carotenes and cuticular waxes. Applications: Cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, treatment of inflammation, wound healing. This product is 100% natural. Shelf life: In cool conditions and away from light, at least 4 years. Sold by weight.