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Soothing / Anti-Inflammatory

Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract

Often labeled as: Marigold Extract

The ultimate wound-healing flower.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

An extract from the Marigold flower, historically used in medicinal salves. It is incredibly rich in faradiol esters, which provide immense anti-inflammatory and tissue-regenerating properties.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Heals compromised skin, soothes diaper rash, and calms reactive Rosacea profiles.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Often gives products a faint, beautiful golden tint.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

If you are allergic to ragweed, you can't use it.

The Science

It is in the aster family, so extreme allergy sufferers should patch test, but the purified extract is generally very safe.

๐Ÿงด Formulations featuring Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract

โ˜… 8.5
Derma Care Deep Clean Sensitive Skin Cleanser
Aiken
Derma Care Deep Clean Sensitive Skin Cleanser
Cleanser

A highly unique, rich emulsion cleanser. It bypasses standard transparent gel formats by utilizing a massive load of botanical oils (Sunflower, Soybean, Sweet Almond) bound by Cetanol to create a lotion-like wash. Surprisingly, it uses Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) as the primary surfactant, which is typically harsh, but entirely offsets its stripping potential by buffering it in the heavy lipid and Ceramide 3 matrix. It successfully cleanses without tightening, though the inclusion of Lavender and Rosemary oils makes it a slight risk for highly allergic profiles.

โ˜… 8.6
Derma Care Sensitive Skin Rescue Vitamin Lotion
Aiken
Derma Care Sensitive Skin Rescue Vitamin Lotion
Moisturizer

A massive, heavily lipid-focused emulsion designed to repair extreme dryness. It utilizes a vast array of botanical oils (Sunflower, Soybean, Almond) and Ceramides to actively reconstruct the intercellular mortar of a broken barrier. While the inclusion of Niacinamide provides excellent brightening and soothing benefits, the formula contains multiple essential oils (Lavender and Chamomile) which introduces a risk of contact dermatitis for highly allergic profiles.

โ˜… 8.8
Derma Care Deep Cleansing Oil Control Cleanser
Aiken
Derma Care Deep Cleansing Oil Control Cleanser
Cleanser

A highly sophisticated, pH-balanced gel-cream cleanser. It utilizes a robust blend of mild surfactants (Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate) alongside a low dose of Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate to effectively strip heavy oils without shocking the acid mantle. Salicylic Acid (BHA) dives into the pores to clear congestion, while the heavy lipid matrix of Ceramides, Calendula, and Sunflower oil completely prevents the post-wash tightness typically associated with acne cleansers.

โ˜… 8.5
Derma Care Ultra Light Brightening Vitamin Gel Lotion
Aiken
Derma Care Ultra Light Brightening Vitamin Gel Lotion
Moisturizer

A highly unique, ultra-lightweight gel lotion that bridges the gap between a body lotion and a facial moisturizer. By combining a staggering 27-ingredient matrix including Niacinamide, Ceramides, and various botanical extracts, it hydrates deeply without heavy stickiness. However, the inclusion of Ethanol (drying alcohol) alongside Lavender and Rosemary essential oils makes it a significant risk for hyper-reactive or clinically sensitive skin maps despite its Derma Care labeling.

โ˜… 9.4
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Aiken
Derma Care Intensive Dry Skin Rescue Vitamin Lotion
Moisturizer

A heavy-duty, highly occlusive rescue cream. It bypasses lightweight gel textures entirely, utilizing a massive base of Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride and Shea Butter to create a physical seal over the stratum corneum. The inclusion of Ceramide 3 and Niacinamide ensures active structural repair underneath the lipid blanket. It is the absolute ultimate winter or eczema recovery formula within the Aiken lineup.