Latin Name: Tagetes Patula
General Description: Native in South America and Mexico, flowers of the common French or African Marigold that supply this oil and are produced mainly in Egypt, South Africa, France and Argentina. Fresh oils are characterized by a very powerful fruity top note and are used extensively in perfumes due to the sweet fragrance. The flowers are used in China for numerous ailments and in other parts of the world as tobacco and food flavoring.
How It's Made: The steam distillation of the fresh flowering herb produces Tagetes oil.
Properties:
Respiratory: Helps with Coughs
Immune System: Battles Common Cold and Influenza
Skin: Helps with Corns, Helps with Fungal Infections, Helps with Calluses, Helps with Bunions
Safety Guidelines: This oil is non-toxic and will not irritate or sensitize the skin. Tagetes should not be used directly on the skin. The oil should first be mixed with a diluting or carrier oil.