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Sage essential oil

INCI	Salvia officinalis
Certification	Conventional
Appearance	Pale yellow
Odour	Spicy, sharp, herbaceous
Plant part used	Leaves
Extraction method	Steam distillation
Purity	100%
Origin	India
Solubility	Oil and alcohol
Usage rate	Skincare : 0.1 - 1% Soapmaking: 1 - 3 %
Note	Top
Blends well with	Bergamot, lavender, lemon and rosemary
Skincare benefits	NZ legislation does not allow us to comment on the therapeutic benefits of essential oils.
Mind & body benefits	Calming
Vegan	Yes
Palm oil	No
Animal tested	No

 

Description: Salvia officinalis from the Ladiatae family is also known as 'garden', 'true' and 'Dalmatian' sage. Common sage is an evergreen perennial herb that can grow up to about 60cm high with a woody base, soft gray-green oval leaves and a mass of blue or violet flowers.

History: Sage has been used in various cultures for its spiritual and purifying properties. Burning sage leaves or using sage essential oil in rituals and ceremonies is believed to cleanse negative energies and promote positive energy flow.

Consistency: thin

Strength of aroma: strong

Common uses

Aromatherapy: Sage essential oil is often used in aromatherapy due to its earthy and herbaceous scent. Inhaling the aroma of sage oil may promote relaxation, reduce stress, and create a calming environment.

Mood enhancement: Some individuals find the aroma of sage essential oil to be uplifting and mood-enhancing. It might help create a positive ambiance and promote a sense of well-being.

Air freshener: Sage essential oil's pleasant fragrance can be used to freshen up indoor spaces. It can be added to homemade room sprays, diffusers, or potpourri blends to mask odours and create a welcoming atmosphere.

Insect repellent: The strong aroma of sage essential oil may help repel insects like mosquitoes and flies. It can be used in natural insect repellent sprays or diffused to keep insects away from living spaces.

Cleaning agent: Due to its antimicrobial properties, sage essential oil can be added to homemade cleaning solutions to help disinfect surfaces and maintain a clean environment.

Crafts: Sage essential oil can be used to add fragrance to DIY crafts like candles, bath salts, and homemade soaps, enhancing their aesthetic appeal.

Safety data: Sage is a powerful oil  and should be used with care. It is an oral toxin and should not be used during pregnancy, or by persons suffering from epilepsy or high blood pressure.

Packaging - See our blog on our commitment to sustainable packaging.
Our essential oils come in amber glass bottles with dripulator caps:
5ml and 20ml with an 18 neck dripulator cap, either white or black, depending on stock availability.
30ml, 50ml, 100ml, 250ml, with a 28 neck white dripulator cap (except for oils that are too thick for a dripulator, which have a black open pour cap).
500g and 1kg options come in an aluminium bottle; 5L comes in a plastic jerrycan.
If you need precise drops for your products we suggest you buy our 5ml or 20ml dropper bottles and transfer the oils or buy our disposable or glass pipettes. 

Important note: The information provided is for educational purposes only. It is not considered complete and is not guaranteed to be accurate.

General safety information: Do not take any oils internally.
Do not apply undiluted essential oils, absolutes, CO2s or other concentrated essences onto the skin.
If you are pregnant, epileptic, have liver damage, have cancer, or have any other medical problem, use oils only under the proper guidance of a qualified aromatherapy practitioner.
Use extreme caution when using oils with children and give children only the gentlest oils at extremely low doses.
It is safest to consult a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using oils with children.
A skin patch test should be conducted prior to using an oil that you've never used before. For more information, please click Here Regards,