The Incredible Properties of Calendula Oil
Calendula oil is made from infusions of either olive oil or soybean oil and the flowering, colorful petals of edible marigolds, also known as Calendula officinalis. You can easily make your own infusion of this healing elixir at home, with dried petals and some good quality olive or soybean oil. The petals must be completely dry before being placed in the oil to avoid mold from growing. In a two quart jar, cover the blossoms completely with the oil and place in a sunny window to infuse. Give it a shake once or twice a day and leave until the oil is a nice shade of yellow or orange. Then carefully drain the liquid out to another jar, using some cheesecloth to catch the petals and cap the oil tightly.