Cleansing, soothing, calming
Traditionally used to help with infections and wounds
A calming oil that may help with feelings of stress & tension
 
Marigold Tagetes should be diluted to 1% or less in a carrier oil. It can then be used as a chest rub for chest infections, coughs and catarrh. It known for its gentle healing effects so it may be useful to help soothe and protect irritated skin (try diluting with one of our aromatherapy base creams or lotions).  When vaporised, it may provide a lovely calming effect to help provide relief from various stress related tensions (it blends beautifully with sweet citrus oils such as Bergamot which help enhance its naturally sweet and chocolatey aroma).
 
Magickally: Psychic powers, dreams, protection, luck, happiness, gossip
 
To Use: Add a few drops to a burner to help promote relaxation (try adding a few drops of a citrus oil such as Bergamot to help bring out the sweetness in the aroma). Dilute to a maximum of 1% and use in a massage; particularly useful as a chest rub.
 
Blends Well With: You may find that Tagetes blends especially well with clary sage, jasmine, lavender, lemon, myrrh, and tangerine.
 
Safety: Dilute in a carrier oil before skin application. Keep away from children and out of eyes. Do not take internally or apply undiluted to the skin. For further advice on using essential oils to treat medical conditions, we recommend you seek advice from a professional.
 
Please note that Kallima Spiritual Centre and The Wonky Witches Cauldron cannot be held responsible for any injury, illness or adverse reaction to any recipes, instructions or advice given. It is the responsibility of the end user to ensure that they have followed the relevant safety protocols and that they are aware of any possible side effects before use. We always advise that a skin patch test is carried out before full usage of any natural product whether purchased from ourselves or elsewhere.