Clary Sage Essential Oil

Salvia sclarea

Plant and Oil Description

Native to the Mediterranean Basin, clary sage is a fragrant herb with hairy stems and lovely lilac, pale blue, white, or pink flowers. The earliest descriptions of using clary sage for medicinal purposes come from the 4th century BCE. Clary sage is particularly well-suited for relieving issues associated women’s health, including menopausal and menstrual symptoms. In addition, its clean, refreshing scent is the reason this herb widely used for perfumes and as a flavoring for wines, liqueurs, and vermouths. 

What’s it Good For?

1. First aid – Clary sage has antibacterial properties that may have a wide array of applications, particularly for healing dermatological infections. Dilute SenseLAB’s clary sage oil with a carrier oil and apply to shallow wounds to ward off infection and accelerate healing.
2. Anxiety and depression – One study reported lowered blood pressure and enhanced feelings of relaxation from breathing in clary sage oil. Clary sage oil has also been shown to reduce the stress hormone cortisol in those suffering from depression. When anxiety or depression strike, add our clary sage oil to a bowl of boiling water, drape a towel overhead, and deeply breathe in the steam. 
3. Women’s health – Clary sage contains sclareol, which mimics the effects of estrogen in the body. When massaged into the abdomen daily with a carrier oil, SenseLAB’s clary sage oil may significantly reduce menstrual cramps. Massaging our clary sage oil across the back of the neck and on the feet can reduce hot flashes and other menopausal symptoms. 

How to Use It?

Massage into the abdomen with a carrier oil to reduce menstrual cramps. Rub across the back of the neck and feet to reduce hot flashes and other menopausal symptoms. Breathe in the steam from a bowl of hot water or vaporizer to alleviate depression, stress, and anxiety. Dilute with a carrier oil and apply to shallow wounds to help prevent infections. Pairs well with fennel, orange, lemon, lime, frankincense, sandalwood, and basil oils. 

How it’s made?

It takes approximately 17 pounds of clary sage plant matter to produce 10 ml of pure SenseLAB Clary Sage Essential Oil.

Clary Sage Essential Oil Physical Properties

Our carefully crafted Clary Sage Essential Oil is steam distilled from the pastel purple flowers and soft green leaves of the Salvia sclarea perennial plant cultivated in the fields of the mountain regions of China.

Origin: China

Parts used: Flowering tops and leaves

Extraction method: Steam distilled 

Note classification: Middle

Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid

Blend ideas of Clary Sage Essential Oil

Clary Sage blends well with Lime, Sandalwood, Lavender, Frankincense, Grapefruit, Cedarwood, Orange sage, and Clove.

SenseLAB “Fresh Start” Signature Blend: 

• 2 drops Clary Sage
• 2 drops Ylang-Ylang
• 2 drops Lavender
• 2 drops Sandalwood

SenseLAB “Minty Dream” Signature Blend: 

• 2 drops Clary Sage
• 4 drops Grapefruit
• 3 drops Peppermint
• 2 drops Spearmint

SenseLAB “Ambient Dream” Signature Blend: 

• 2 drops Orange
• 3 drops Vetiver
• 2 drops Cedarwood

SenseLAB “Sweet Sunshine” Signature Blend: 

• 3 drops Clary Sage
• 3 drops Lavender
• 4 drops Orange
• 2 drops Frankincense

SenseLAB “Mountain Mist” Signature Blend: 

• 2 drops Clary Sage
• 3 drops Pine Needle
• 4 drops Lavender

Cautions / Safe use

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease.

Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas.