– NOT FOR PREGNANCY | BREASTFEEDING | EPILEPSY –

MATURE, COMBINATION, OILY & BLEMISHED

USES

acne*

apathy

bites

burns

cellulite

dandruff

fatigue

grief

hair growth

infections

insomnia

mental strain

oily hair

oily skin

old and keloid scars

overwork

stretch marks

*Specifically for blemished skin.

SAFETY

IMPORTANT: Salvia officinalis essential oil contains relatively high levels of thujone, a ketone that is toxic. Some therapists don't condone using it at all, some say the essential oil should only be used by professional aromatherapists, and some say that in therapeutic dilutions it is usable for most people.

Do not use if: pregnant, epileptic, hypertensive, under 12 years of age.

Because of Sage's ketone content, it should be used sparingly and only as needed; not ongoing. If you are using this essential oil topically be sure to keep the dilution as low as possible. This is a very powerful oil and should be used with care. Very small amounts, 1% or less, should be sufficient to tigger the the oil's biological signaling action.

Always test a small amount first for sensitivity or allergic reaction.

active

fragrance

ABOUT THE PLANT

Also known as Dalmatian Sage, Garden Sage, True Sage and Dalmation Sage, Salvia officinalis is a small, evergreen shrubby perennial. A member of the illustrious mint family, Sage typically reaches just under a meter in height, has distinctly oval, fuzzy leaves and produces a large number of blueish violet blossoms. A native species to the Mediterranean, it is now predominantly cultivated in Albania, Turkey, Greece and Italy.

ABOUT THE OIL

Sage essential oil is pale yellow and is produced by steam distillation from the leaves.

OF INTEREST

An herb of ancient repute, Sage was valued both as a culinary herb and a medicinal plant . Sage was known as the 'sacred herb' by the ancient Romans; the word 'Salvia' is derived from the word Latin verb salvare which means 'to save' and refers to its powerful medicinal properties.

Sage essential oil is used as a flavoring ingredient in some personal care preparations such as mouthwashes, toothpastes, etc. as well as employed as a fragrance component in soaps, shampoos, detergents, deodorants, colognes and perfumes. The essential oil and oleoresin are used extensively for flavoring foods (especially vermouth!). Nowadays it is mostly known as a culinary spice, and the dried herb is commonly used to 'smudge' rooms, buildings and other areas to move out old, negative, or stagnant energy.

Camphor

α-Thujone

Borneol

1,8-Cineole

β-Thujone

β-Caryophyllene

α-Pinene

Bornyl acetate

β-Pinene

Some aromatherapists suggest avoiding Salvia officinalis altogether because of its high Thujone content. Other, gentler species that are recommended for aromatherapy are: Salvia lavandulifolia (Spanish Sage) and Salvia sclarea (Clary Sage).

Key word: FOCUS

calms

clarifies in times of confusion

clears:

head

negative energy

encourages:

courage

inward focus

perseverance

protection

strength

energizes

grounds

helps those suffering from:

nervous debility

apathy

excessive sexual desire

grief

physical overexertion

insomnia

lifts feelings of despair

quickens:

memory

senses

Energetics

Drying and astringent

Very effective for treating deficiencies of Qi

Recommended for nervous exhaustion and convalescence

Subtle Aromatherapy

Excellent for:

meditation

visualizations

developing wisdom