Clary Sage Essential Oil

Botanical Family: Labiatae
Botanical Name: Salvia Sclarea
Origin: Russia
Plant Description: Clary Sage Essential Oil is extracted from a herb that can reach a height of three feet. Clary Sage has white or pale lilac flower petals that end in hard points, its leaves are large and wrinkled, larger then the leaves of the Sage herb.
Extraction Method: Clary Sage Essential Oil is extracted from the herbs, flowering tops, and leaves of the Clary Sage herb.
Color: Usually colorless or slightly yellow green, similar in color to Sage Oil.
Consistency: Thin to medium
Note: Top to Middle
Aromatic Fragrance: Clary Sage Essential Oil has a fragrance which is nutty, strong and heavy. Reminiscent of common Sage oil but with a much more pleasant, almost floral quality.
Common Applications: Massages, Compress, Bath.
Typically Used By: Aromatherapists
Principal Constituents: Linalool, Salviol, Linalyl Acetate, Cineole, Caryophyllene. Actions Anticonvulsive, Antidepressant, Antiseptic, Aphrodisiac, Astringent, Carminative, Deodorant, Digestive, Emmenagogue, Hypotensive, Nervine, Sedative, Stomachic, Tonic, Uterine. Physical Health Benefits May limit the production of sebum and dandruff.
Therapeutic & Emotional Benefits: Calming, Balancing, Cicatrisant. Can slow one down and bring on the feeling of euphoria, making concentration difficult. Helpful in overcoming anxiety in any stressful situation. Can bring vivid dreams and encourage clarity of dream recollection.
Did You Know: Clary Sage has similar properties to common Sage oil but is much safer as it contains less Thujone.
Storage Directions: Essential Oils should be stored in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight. Essential Oils should be stored in colored glass, the most common storage method being used today are Boston Round Bottles in the amber tint.
Blends Well With: Most citrus oils. Lavender French Essential Oil, Rose Geranium Essential Oil , Juniper Berry Essential Oil , Jasmine, Sandalwood Essential Oil, and Cypress Essential Oil.
Shelf Life: Clary Sage Essential Oil should be used within 2 years of harvest to ensure the maximum therapeutic benefit.
Cautions: Large doses should not be taken to induce intoxication, the result will be poisoning and a severe headache.