In the recent episode of the podcast "Plants, Flowers, Oils, and Whimsy," host Carrie Scharf discusses the benefits and uses of calendula in skincare. The podcast starts with an overview of calendula's remarkable properties like soothing irritation, promoting healing, fighting bacteria, providing hydration, and combating aging, affirming its suitability for all skin types. Various uses of calendula in skincare, including calendula-infused oil, face masks, tea rinse, salve or balm, and bath soak, are then elaborated upon. The episode also emphasized the importance of a patch test, quality assurance when choosing calendula products, and proper storage for maintaining their potency. The episode concludes with an invitation to listeners to share their tips or recipes involving calendula.
The Gentle Exhale: Self-Care for Sensitive Givers
Why Calendula is a Skincare Superstar
Why Calendula is a Skincare Superstar
The Gentle Exhale: Self-Care for Sensitive Givers
Hi, I’m Carrie!
This a soft place to land for highly sensitive women and special needs moms who are carrying a lot.
Inside, you’ll find reflections rooted in Scripture, simple sensory rituals, soothing scent notes, and small moments of play and rest. Nothing here is about fixing yourself or doing self-care “right.” It’s about meeting God in the ordinary moments—right where you are—especially on the days that feel heavy or overwhelming.
Episodes are calm, low-pressure, and designed to be listened to in short pockets of time: during a quiet morning moment, a late-night wind-down, or a few minutes alone in the car.
If you are sensitive, caregiving, faith-filled, and tired in a way that sleep doesn’t fix, this space is for you.
Let’s make self-care feel doable (and a little magical).
Hi, I’m Carrie!
This a soft place to land for highly sensitive women and special needs moms who are carrying a lot.
Inside, you’ll find reflections rooted in Scripture, simple sensory rituals, soothing scent notes, and small moments of play and rest. Nothing here is about fixing yourself or doing self-care “right.” It’s about meeting God in the ordinary moments—right where you are—especially on the days that feel heavy or overwhelming.
Episodes are calm, low-pressure, and designed to be listened to in short pockets of time: during a quiet morning moment, a late-night wind-down, or a few minutes alone in the car.
If you are sensitive, caregiving, faith-filled, and tired in a way that sleep doesn’t fix, this space is for you.
Let’s make self-care feel doable (and a little magical).Appears in episode
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