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Calendula
Healing agent
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1. One of the finest topical healing agents
2. Soothing
3. Anti inflammatory
There is no better topical healing herb than Calendula. When looking for an herbal remedy to treat skin or wounds, think about this wonderful herb.
Calendula has a long history of use as a wound-healing and skin-soothing botanical. This lovely marigold-like flower contains a substance that promotes healing. Calendula also has anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal and antibacterial properties. It is most often used topically for lacerations, abrasions, and skin infections.