Sage Essential Oil   Sage Essential Oil






Sage Essential Oil Profile: Sage has many heritage roots. In ancient Greece and Rome, it was believed it imparted wisdom and mental clarity. Romans also thought sage had the ability to impact immortality. Overall, to the ancients, sage symbolized wisdom, skill, esteem, long life, good health, mitigation of grief and increased psychic powers. Sage is also an integral part of Native American cleansing and healing rituals. Here, it is believed to purify and strengthen the body and mind.

Common Name: Sage Essential Oil
Botanical Name: salvia officinalis
Country of Origin: China, France, Mediterrean,
Spain & Yugoslavia
Parts Used: flowers, leaves
Extraction: steam distillation
Aroma: camphorous, herbal, strong
Physical Uses: The stimulating properties of sage essential oil boosts blood circulation and warms the body to ease pains, speed healing and prevent chills. The strong anti-inflammatory and antiseptic effects makes it a perfect ingredient to add to a mouth wash, gargle for sore throats, and gingivitis. It is also believed to reduce hot flashes and excessive sweating due to menopausal fluctuations.

Aromatic Uses: Emotionally, sage aromatherapy oil helps relieve tension, anxiety and moodiness. It also strengthens self-confidence and eases nervous tension.
  • Enhances: Healing, calmness, alertness, balance, positiveness and rejuvenation
  • Reduces: Depression, feelings of emptiness, anxiety, fatigue and sorrow
Metaphysical Uses: stimulates the conscious mind, exorcism, money, purification and wisdom

Complementary Blending Oils for Sage: bergamot, grapefruit, hyssop, lemon, mandarin, sweet orange and rosemary

Safety Warnings: Avoid use with children and during pregnancy. Moderate toxicity. Avoid if history of high blood pressure or epilepsy.

Sage Essential Oil Recipes:
  • Invigorating: Mix 3 drops Sage Essential Oil, 2 drops Lime Essential Oil, and 1 drop Grapefruit Essential Oil in a diffuser or aromatherapy lamp. Sage together with the stimulating citrus oils will brighten your mood and have an invigorating effect.
  • For Nervousness: Add 2 drops Sage Essential Oil to a handkerchief and inhale deeply when needed. The fresh herbal aroma will strengthen your self-confidence and reduce nervous tension. Inhale before an important test, before an audition, or before a public speech. Be careful to avoid direct contact of the oil with your skin as it can irritate.
  • To ease menstruation pains: Mix 3 drops Sage Essential Oil in 1 tbsp. of sweet-almond oil. Massage your lower abdomen with blend using circular motions.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any diseases.