Clary Sage

Clary Sage Salvia Sclarea ~ Family, Lamiaceae

Clary Sage exhibits a warm, nutty, herbaceous scent with intriguing musk and wine-like nuances. Clary has uplifting and relaxing properties. It encourages sleep and is said to promote dreaming. It tones the skin, balances the emotions and lifts the spirit. It also encourages sleep and is said to promote dreaming.

Clary Sage soothes, relaxes, warms and is especially useful where muscle tension arises from mental or emotional stress. Its antispasmodic properties make it an excellent choice for menstrual cramping. It can be soothing in skin care - for inflamed skin, and may help to stimulate hair growth. Clary sage is a key ingredient in many hair and skin care formulas and is particularly helpful with oily hair and skin, dandruff and treating wrinkles. It contains a hormone-like compound similar to oestrogen that regulates hormonal balance. Massage on muscles and on abdomen before and during menstruation; it will induce a feeling of well-being. Sensual properties.

Origin: Bulgaria, Russia, Morocco

Source: flowering tops

Production Method: steam distillation from flowers

Aromatherapy Class: balancing, calming, toning

Aroma Type: herbaceous

Skin Type: normal to combination

Perfume Note: top/middle

Traditional Uses: skin conditioner, astringent, soothing agent, aphrodisiac, muscle relaxant

Other Uses: n/a

Blends Well With: cedarwood, labdanum, citrus oils, lavender, lavandin

Main Constituents: Linalyl acetate, linalol, pionene, myrcene, sclareol, phellandrene

Caution: Do not use during pregnancy. Do not drink alcohol or drive.