Clary sage Essential Oil
salvia sclarea
A stout biennial or perennial herb native to the northern Mediterranean, northern africa and central asia and considered to the top herb for hormonal balancing especially in woman.
With a long history and highly esteemed during the middle ages it was used for digestive disorders , kidney disease, uterine and menstrual complaints,for cleansing ulcers and general nerve tonic.
Similar to sage it cools inflammation and useful for respiratory and throat infections and is a natural sedative.
The flowering tops and leaves are steam distilled to create the essential oil a colourless to yellowy-green liquid.
Aroma
Sweet- nutty herbaceous scent.
Perfumery note
Top
Main Qualities
Great for inflammed conditions ,oily skin and hair, acne, hair loss and dandruff.
Clary sage helps relieve nervous tension , stress related disorders depression,migraines, and frigidity or impotence.
Blends well with
Juniper, lavender,coriander,cardomon,geranium,sandalwood,cedarwood,pine,labdanum,jasmine, frankincense, bergamot and citrus oils.
Precautions
Non toxic, non irritant,non sensitizing .
Avoid during pregnancy and do not use while drinking alcohol as it can induce a narcotic effect and exaggerate drunkeness.