Essential Oil Clary Sage Salvia sclarea
Family Lamiacea (labiatae)
Native to Southern Europe Clary Sage is a biennial or perennial herb with large, wrinkled leaves with spikes of violet, pink or white flowers. The herb is strongly aromatic and can reach heights of up to 3 feet.
Essential Oil Extraction: Steam distillation of the flowering tops and leaves.
Colour: colourless to pale yellowy green
Aroma: strong, nutty, herbaceous, sweet
Essential Oil Possible Uses: acne, wrinkles, scars, muscular aches and pains, frigidity, headaches, Anti-convulsive, antidepressant, aphrodisiac, anti-inflammatory, bactericidal, carminative, digestive, deodorant, sedative, tonic psychological/emotional:depression, nervous tension and stress. fear, phobias. to encourage calm. confidence, grounding, balancing.
Blends: bergamot, mimosa, lavender, juniper, jasmine, frankincense, neroli, pine, cardomon, coriander, geranium, sandalwood,
Caution: not to be used in pregnancy. Can exacerbate the effects of alcohol and cause nausea.
