Plant: Salvia scalarea

Family: Labiatae (Lamiaceae)

Origin: USA

Form: essential oil

Process: steam distillation

Parts: flowering tops + leaves

BEST FOR MATURE, OILY & BLEMISHED SKIN

INGREDIENT FEATURES

antibacterial

antifungal

anti-infectious

antiseptic

astringent

deodorant

seborrhea regulator

hormone balancing

USER BENEFITS

reduces sebum production

reduces sweating

• firms and contracts exposed tissue

• prevents moisture loss

• tones and restores venous circulation

promotes the healing of tissues

• neutralizes microbes

encouraging hair growth

relieves muscle tension

relieves cramping

oily skin, greasy hair, dandruff

mature skin

blemished skin

inflammation

dandruff

hair growth

rejuvenation

dry hair

oily hair

hair cleanser

dry skin

oily skin

blemished skin

sensitive skin

acne

dandruff

hair loss

inflammed skin

wrinkles

cleansers

soaps

toners

baths

shampoos

conditioners

perfumes

soaps

powders

active

fragrance

ABOUT THE PLANT

Also called “Muscatel sage”

Also known as : Clary, Clary wort, Muscatel sage, Clear eye, See gright, Common clary, Clarry, Eye Bright

A plant native to Southern Europe, Clary Sage can still be found growing in garden beds throughout the continent. It is a biennial or perennial herb that typically reaches 1 to 4 feet in height with hairy, heart-shaped leaves and numerous pale blue, lavender, pink or white flowers.

originates in countries bordering the Mediterranean seak but is now cultivated in central Europe, England,k Morocco and USA

a tall perennial plant, often cultivated in gardens and grtowing semi-wild.

Stout biennial or pernnial herb up to 1m (3ft) high with large, hairy leaves, green with a hint of purple, and small blue flowers

It’s Latin binomial comes from 'salvare', meaning "to heal”, and 'clarus', meaning "clear", The name reflects the ancient role of Clary Sage in treating many eye conditions.

Thick-leafed herb

Native to southern Europe; cultivaed worldwide especially in the Mediterranean region, Russia, the USA, Britin, Morocco and Central Europe. The French, Moroccan and English clary are considered of superior quality for perfumery work.

ABOUT THE OIL

Clary Sage essential oil is warming, sedative, an excellent nerve tonic, and can induce feelings of mild euphoria in some individuals. It is also thought enhance one's ability to dream. Clary Sage oil is a tonic for one's overall well-being, and is ideal for use on a regular basis in baths or as a perfume.

steam distilled ftrom the flowering tops and foliage of Salvia sclarea

a colorless to pale yellow or pale olive-colored liquid

obtained by steam distillation from the flowering tops and leaves

OF INTEREST

Considered a 'sacred herb' by the Romans, it remains a desirable medicinal essential oil and is considered one of the most important aromatics in aromatherapy practice today.

Clary sage was mixed with ambergris, cinnamon, brandy and sugar into a popular European cordial for digestive problems and to improve the complexion. It still flavors muscatel wine and tobacco; the largest U.S. grower is the tobacco company R. J. Reynolds.

Clary Sage is known as an adaptogenic herb, meaning it has the ability to provide an individual with the state of balance their chemistry requires. Like Marjoram, it is revered in part for its capacity to induce calm in states of tension while bringing about euphoric states of renewed energy in cases of fatigue. This quality renders it invaluable to the medical community.

oil is used extensively by the food and drink industry, especially in the production of wines with a muscatel flavor.

In fact, the essential oil has traditionally been added to muscatel wine, some English beers and Italian vermouth, presumably to utilize the somewhat euphoric effects of the oil.

The name salvia is derived from the Latin for “good health” and has come to mean wisdom, as in “the sages”.

Linalyl acetate

Linalool

Germacrene D

β-Caryophyllene

CHEMISTRY:

esters

monoterpenols

sesquiterpenes

PRINCIPAL CONSTITUENTS:

Linalyl acetate (up to 75 per cent)

linalol

pinene

myrcene

phellandrene

revitalize | clarify | inspire

Clary sage is generally used in preference to the garden sage in aromatherapy due to its lower toxicity level

Key word: EXHILERATION

Main Element: METAL

considered one of the most important essential oils as a women’s remedy

CHAKRA: SACRAL

PROPERTIES

anticonvulsive

antidepressant

anti-infectious

antiseptic

antispasmodic

aphrodisiac

calmative

carminative

digestive stimulant

euphoric (mild)

hypotensive

neurotonic

seborrhea regulator

sedative

stomachic

tonic

sedative

USER BENEFITS

normalizes and regulates systems of the body

enables the body to deal with stress

induces euphoria

uplifting

calms the nervous system

lessens anxiety

reduces stress

strengthens the nervous system

clears the head

relieves intellectual fatigue

strengthens and clarifies the mind

helps relieve headaches brought on by nervous tension

relaxes cramping

supports hormone balance

promotes and regulates menstruation

helps manage menopause

soothes tension and anxiety during labour

assists the body’s natural eliminatory response

settles digestion

eases muscles cramps

nervous tension

pain

menstrual cramps

PMS

menopause problems

hot flashes

stimulates adrenal glands

USES

post-natal depression, and recovery from illness and injury.

panic

paranoia

mental fatigue

general debility

postpartum depression

PMS

relaxes children (in small amounts)

shock

depression

hyper-sensitivity

sress

overwork

irritability

muscular aches and pains

cramping

flatulence

impotense

nervous tension

migraine

stress

ENERGETICS

Neutral temperature

dry

According to TCM, clary sage strengthens depleted Qi and improves and relaxes the circulation of Qi. This makes Clary Sage an excellent antispasmodic and general tonic.

CAUTION: large amounts can stupefy a person, it potentiates hypnotic drugs, and increase drunkenness and nightmares. Because of its estrogenic action, those who suffer from breast cysts and uterine fibroids or other estrogen-related disorders should avoid long-term use.

SUBTLE AROMATHERAPY

Clary sage brings long-lasting inner tranquility and helps dispel melancholy. It is warm and lively and opens the path to creativity and intuition. It’s earthiness speaks of its ability to steady and calm the mind, while its gentle pungency enlivens the senses and restores clarity. Clary sage brings us closer to the dream-world.

restore confidence and courage

produces:

relaxation

dramatic dreams

euphoria

smiles

improves communication

promotes contentment

teaches us to be satisfied with our achievements

brings realization that most problems exist in the imagination

encourages:

calm

confidence

grounding

regeneration

tranquility

revitalization

balance

restoration

uplifts in a “grounding” manner

enlivens the senses

restores clarity

steadies + calms the mind

helps us feel more grounded in our bodies

USES

oil and absolute are used as fragrance components and fixatives in soaps, detergents, cosmetics and perfumes

chypre bases

Fougères

Orientals

“tabac”-types

modern fantasy creations

classical colognes

very fragrant fixative with unique tenacity

AROMA NOTES

MIDDLE NOTE

This Clary Sage oil has a moist, clay-like top note, a light, floral lavender-like middle note and a fresh grassy undertone with a subtle herbal spice.

nutty?

warm

camphoraceous

bittersweet

musky

slightly spicy

sweet

nutty-herbaceous

similar to ambergris

wine-like

sweet

heady

sweet-herbaceous

tenacious

soft

somewhat reminiscent of ambra in its bitter-sweet undertone

very charicteristic note in the dryout described by some as tobacco-like and others as balsamic or tea-like

something in common with Cistus

It blends well with oils fresh citrus or woody, earthy tones like: Bay, Black Pepper, Bergamot, Lemon, Grapefruit, Orange, Cedarwood, Cypress, Juniper, Lavender, Geranium and Sandalwood. Coriander, Cardamom, citrus oils, lavandin Pine Labdanum Jasmine Frankincense citrus oils Mandarin, Jasmine, Rose Absolute, Coriander, Lime, Patchouli, Tea Tree

MIDDLE-BASE NOTE

Blends well with:

Aromatherapy, A Complete Guide to the Healing Art by Kathi Keville and Mindy Green

Aromatherapy for Healing the Spirit, Restoring Emotional and Mental Balance with Essential Oils by Gabriel Mojay

Essential Oil Safety, Second edition by Robert Tisserand and Rodney Young

Perfume and Flavor Materials of Natural Origin by Steffen Arctander

The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy Second Edition by Salvatore Battaglia

The Fragrant Heavens, the Spiritual Dimension of Fragrance and Aromatherapy by Valerie Ann Worwood

The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Essential Oils, The Complete Guide to the Use of Oils in Aromatherapy and Herbalism

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