Aloe has always been known for an ability to heal and sooth damaged skin. Calendula petals and pollen contain triterpenoid esters (an anti-inflammatory) and the carotenoids flavoxanthin and auroxanthin (antioxidants, and the source of the yellow-orange coloration. Calendula plants are also used for the treatment of skin disorders and pain, and as a bactericide, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory.