Topical calendula has been studied in children for the management of diaper dermatitis, or diaper rash. Multiple studies have compared the efficacy of calendula ointment to other topicals, such as olive oil, aloe extract, and bentonite; calendula ointment was found to be just as effective as olive oil and aloe cream, but not as effective as bentonite. These studies reported no adverse effects for the application of topical calendula in children.[1][2]
References
- ^Sharifi-Heris Z, Farahani LA, Haghani H, Abdoli-Oskouee S, Hasanpoor-Azghady SBComparison the effects of topical application of olive and calendula ointments on Children's diaper dermatitis: A triple-blind randomized clinical trial.Dermatol Ther.(2018-Nov)
- ^Mahmoudi M, Adib-Hajbaghery M, Mashaiekhi MComparing the effects of Bentonite & Calendula on the improvement of infantile diaper dermatitis: A randomized controlled trial.Indian J Med Res.(2015-Dec)