Sage Essential Oil Properties (Salvia officinalis)
Sharp, herbal, herbaceous aroma.
- 100% Pure, Concentrated, Undiluted
- Therapeutic Quality
- Steam Distilled from Flower & Leaves
- Country of Origin: Hungary
Sage officinalis Essential Oil Packaged
Amber glass bottle with Euro dropper. Tamper proof safety seal. Shrink wrapped.
Background Information on Sage officinalis Essential Oil
Sage officinalis essential oil is derived from sage plant. The plant is a perennial herb, with green, grayish leaves, woody stems, and purplish blue flowers. It from the Lamiaceae family. It has a long history of therapeutic and culinary use. The plant is grown in southern Europe and in the Mediterranean region.
According to historical records, the Greeks and Romans had very high regard for sage. They even considered it sacred. During ancient times, sage was used as a preservative for meat and other foods. It was considered good for the mind and body. It was used since ancient times to treat respiratory conditions and fungal infections. Sage oil is pale, yellow-green in color. It has a strong, spicy aroma.
Sage officinalis Essential Oil Uses and Benefits
Sage essential oil can be used to strengthen circulation, digestion, awareness, all while easing perspiration, cellulite, and stress.* Sage essential oil has been used in aromatherapy to aid in the healing of sores, bacterial infections, bronchitis, arthritis, melancholia, and joint pain/sprains.* Due to the constituents of camphor and 1,8-cineole, it has beneficial antiseptic properties that make it ideal for cleaning wounds, sores, and ulcers. Sage essential oil has therapeutic properties which include anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, antibacterial, astringent, diuretic, emmenagogue, digestive, febrifuge, hypertensive, stomachic, laxative and tonic.*
Sage can be used to support vapor therapy by using in a vaporizer to calm the nerves and help aid with depression, aiding memory and quickening the senses.* Sage essential oil can be helpful to calm digestive ailments. Sage essential oil can help support respiratory problems, fungus, menstrual difficulties, and skin problems.*
Sage can be used in a hair conditioner and shampoo as it contains properties and cleansing effects that address dandruff and oily hair. This oil can serve as a skin moisturizer beneficial in preventing signs of aging such as sagging skin and wrinkles. It has skin care properties that help prevent scars, cracks, and other unwanted spots on the skin. Sage essential oil can assist in aromatherapy by relaxing the mind and addressing mental fatigue.
See our references at the bottom of this page for additional information.
*This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or prevent any disease.
Sage officinalis Essential Oil Uses and Benefits / Sage Oil Blends
- Sage essential oil can be mixed with lavender oil to boost organ and lymphatic systems.*
- Sage essential oil can be blended with massage oil and used to relax the muscles and ease stiff neck.
- Sage essential oil has been used to help regulate a woman’s menstrual cycle and ease menopausal symptoms.*
*This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or prevent any disease.
Sage officinalis Essential Oil Safety Tips
- Do not use sage while pregnant or nursing as it is an abortifacient.
- If you have had a history of health problems, consult your physician before use.
- Maximum skin use is 12.5%.
- For external use only. See our Safety Information page for further details when using essential oils.
