Calendula vs Vitellaria Paradoxa

Calendula is a bright orange flowering plant that has been used in European herbal medicine for over 800 years, primarily for wound healing and skin conditions. It is one of the safest and most versatile herbs for topical use and has demonstrated anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and wound-healing properties in numerous studies.

West African tree whose seeds produce shea butter, used widely in traditional medicine for skin conditions, anti-inflammatory applications, and food.

Triterpenoids, Faradiol, Flavonoids, Carotenoids, Saponins

triterpene alcohols, allantoin, cinnamic acid esters, stearic acid, oleic acid

Wound healing, Skin conditions, Eye infections, Menstrual regulation, Anti-inflammatory

skin conditions, wound healing, inflammation, muscle pain, sun protection

Wound care and burns, Eczema and dermatitis, Oral health (mouth rinse), Radiation dermatitis, Diaper rash

skin moisturizing, wound healing, anti-inflammatory, UV protection

Topical: apply cream or oil 2-3 times daily; Internal: 1-2 cups tea daily

Shea butter applied topically as needed

Allergy to Asteraceae family, Pregnancy (internal use)

allergy to shea

Allergic reactions in sensitive individuals, Drowsiness (internal), Skin irritation (rare)

rare allergic contact dermatitis