Clary sage, also called Salvia sclarea or Sage Muscat, is a herbaceous plant from Southern Europe. The plant has large, green, hairy leaves and blue-purple flowers that grow on straight stems. It has a hay-like aroma that some people describe as ‘sweat smell’.Clary Sage Essential Oil is extracted by steam distillation of the leaves and flowers of the Clary sage plant.
Where is it from?
Clary sage originally comes from Southern Europe, but is now grown worldwide.
Fragrance description
Clary Sage Essential Oil has a spicy, sweet and musky aroma.
Benefits of Clary Sage Essential Oil
Helps with colds
Clary Sage Essential Oil helps with cold complaints such as a runny nose, cough and narrowed airways and helps you breathe more freely.
Cares for the scalp
Clary Sage Essential Oil is ideal for caring for the scalp. It cleanses the oily scalp and hair, is effective against dandruff and can help stimulate hair growth.
Calming for stress and fatigue
In times of stress and fatigue, Clary Sage Essential Oil helps calm the body and mind. It helps you sleep better and can be used to treat anxiety and depression.
Beneficial for menstrual complaints
Clary Sage Essential Oil is good to use for menstrual complaints. It has an antispasmodic effect and helps reduce moodiness and fatigue.
How do you use Clary Sage Essential Oil?
As aromatherapy
Add 4 drops of Sandalwood Essential Oil and 3 drops of Cedar Essential Oil to the water tank of a diffuser and turn it on for a feeling of peace and harmony.
As a hand cream
Heat 50 grams of Shea Butter , 25 grams of Coconut Oil and 25 grams of Cocoa Butter in a bain-marie. Allow to cool thoroughly and add 1 tablespoon of Argan oil, 4 drops of Sandalwood Essential Oil and 2 drops of Jasmine Essential Oil. Mix with a hand blender until a soft, creamy cream has formed.
As a skin oil
Add 6 drops of Sandalwood Essential Oil and 4 drops of Patchouli Essential Oil to 50 ml of carrier oil (e.g. Argan oil) and apply it after showering for healthy and firm skin.
As a facial lotion
Mix 10 drops of Sandalwood Essential Oil with 50 ml of Rose Water and use a cotton pad to cleanse your face. Shake well before use!NB! Can cause skin irritation in high concentrations. Avoid use during pregnancy
