Description
Clary Sage The name is derived from the Latin, 'Claris' that means 'clear' or from the Greek 'skeria' meaning 'hardness', referring to the hard parts of the flower petals.
Clary Sage is a biennial or short-lived herbaceous perennial in the genus Salvia, it can grows up to 1m tall with large, hairy leaves, and small blue/purple flowers growing directly off the long, thin stem.
In ancient, Europeans collected and soaked the seeds of clary sage and used its to treat eye fatigue, dryness, blurred vision and other eye diseases. Therefore, It’s also known by the name called "clear-eye".
Benefits: Focusing, stimulating, balancing
Relaxation Diffuser Recipe:
5 drop Clary Sage Oil
3 drops Lavender Oil
2 drops Vetiver Oil
For topical application, refer dilution ratios here.
Specifications
| Botanical Name |
Salvia sclarea |
| Botanical Family |
Lamiaceae |
| Country of Origin |
Bulgaria / France |
| Extraction Method |
Steam Distillation |
| Plant Part |
Leaves and Flowers |
| Main Compounds |
Linalyl Acetate, Linalool, a-Terpineol, Germacrene D, B-Caryophyllene |
| Color |
Pale Yellow |
| Aromatic |
Earthy, herbaceous, floral and slightly fruity. |
| Perfumery Note |
Middle |
| Strength of Initial Aroma |
Medium - Strong |
| Blends with |
Bergamot, cypress, frankincense, geranium, grapefruit, juniper berry, , jasmine, lavender, sandalwood |
Cautions
For external use only. Non-toxic, non-irritating, hypoallergenic, use in moderation. Avoid use in pregnancy and low blood pressure patient. Avoid to use after drinking.