Used in pharmaceutical preparations such as mouthwashes, gargles, toothpastes, etc. Employed as a fragrance component in soaps, shampoos, detergents, anti-perspirants, colognes and perfumes, especially men’s fragrances.

Valued as a culinary and medicinal plant – called herba sacra or ‘sacred herb’ by the Romans. It has been used for a variety of disorders including respiratory infections, menstrual difficulties and digestive complaints. It is believed to strengthen the senses and the memory.

SAGE OIL USES in aromatherapy applications

• Sage Oil is known to balance the mind by diminishing anxiety and promoting the reestablishment of tranquility and relaxation, thereby promoting sleep. Diffusing Sage Oil is known to not only uplift the mood but to also provide relief from headaches and congestion while supporting the health and function of the respiratory, digestive, nervous, and reproductive systems, among others. Sage Essential Oil blends well with Bergamot, Clary Sage, Geranium, Ginger, Lavender, Lemon, Neroli, Orange, Rosemary, Tea Tree, and Vetiver essential oils.
• Therapeutic bedtime blend, combine 2 drops of Sage Essential Oil, 1 drop of Ylang Ylang Essential Oil, and 20 drops of Neroli Essential Oil, then add it to a diffuser of personal preference.
• Used in cosmetic and topical applications, Sage Oil is believed to promote hair health. To help decrease the chances of hair loss, combine 3-4 drops each of Sage Essential Oil, Rosemary Essential Oil, and Peppermint Essential Oil, then dilute the mixture in 1 Tbsp. Olive Carrier Oil. Massage this blend into the scalp twice a day to encourage strong, healthy hair growth.
• For a massage blend that addresses day and night sweats experienced during the time of menopause, combine 10 drops Sage Essential Oil, 10 drops Lime Essential Oil, 5 drops Grapefruit Essential Oil, and 5 drops Thyme Essential Oil, then dilute the mixture in 30 ml (1 oz.) of a carrier oil of personal preference. Massage the required amount of this blend to the affected area. Alternatively, 1 Tbsp. of this blend can be added to a warm bath for a daily soak that diminishes fluid retention and the appearance of cellulite.
• For a more complex massage blend that also energizes while exhibiting a simultaneously calming effect, in a 60 ml (2 oz.) amber glass bottle combine 60 ml (2 oz.) Sweet Almond Carrier Oil, 14 drops Sage Essential Oil, 5 drops Rosemary Essential Oil, and 5 drops Lavender Essential Oil. Cap the bottle and shake it gently to thoroughly combine all the oils. Massage 1-2 tsp. of this oil blend into sore muscles, and skin as well as the temples to soothe a headache.
• For a body oil that is known to have detoxifying effects, combine 15 drops Sage Essential Oil, 15 drops Grapefruit Essential Oil, and 15 drops Lavender Essential Oil in a 60 ml (2 oz.) bottle and gently swirl the contents to thoroughly combine them. Next, add 60 ml (2 oz.) Grapeseed Carrier Oil to the blend. Cap the bottle and gently shake it to ensure all the oils are combined. Massage a small amount of this oil all over the body. The application can be repeated several times a day to soften the skin and to facilitate the elimination of fat and toxins.
• For a hot oil hair treatment that is reputed to strengthen the hair while balancing oil production in the scalp, combine 60 ml (2 oz.) Coconut Carrier Oil and 30 ml (1 oz.) Jojoba Carrier Oil in a glass bowl, then place this bowl in a pan containing boiling water until the oils are gently heated. The glass bowl can be removed from the heat once the oils inside reach a temperature at which they can still be applied tolerably to the scalp without causing burns. At this point, 30 drops Sage Essential Oil and 10 drops Ylang Ylang Essential Oil can be blended into the carrier oil mixture. To use this hair oil, massage it into the scalp and smooth it down over the strands until the ends are also coated. Cover the head with a shower cap and allow the oils to soak into the scalp and hair for 30 minutes before washing it out with a regular shampoo.
• For a Sage Oil shampoo that not only cleanses but also clarifies the scalp of accumulated environmental pollutants and product residue, simply combines all of the following oils in a dark bottle: 120 ml (4 oz.) Liquid Castile Soap, 60 ml (2 oz.) Water, 40 drops Sage Essential Oil, and 10 drops Lemon Essential Oil. Cap and shake the bottle to ensure that all the ingredients are thoroughly combined. Massage the shampoo into the scalp, then rinse it out with warm water and follow it with a conditioner.
• Used in medicinal applications, Sage Oil is reputed to soothe and relax muscles by increasing circulation. For a massage blend that also eases stress and promotes better digestion, dilute 10 drops of Sage Essential Oil in 2 tsp. of a carrier oil of personal preference. Alternatively, a hot compress can be made with Sage Oil by adding 4 drops to a bowl of warm water then dipping a small folded towel into the solution and applying the compress directly to the affected area.
• For a bath blend that is known to calm symptoms of menopause while enhancing immunity and promoting the health and function of the circulatory system, dilute 5 drops of Sage Essential Oil in 1 Tbsp. of a carrier oil of personal preference then adding this to warm bath water.
• Sage Oil can be added to 1 Tbsp. of Castile Soap before being added to a bath. This blend is known to effectively diminish the appearance of enlarged pores, soothe sores and wounds, and calm skin conditions such as dermatitis and psoriasis. Furthermore, it is believed to have a steadying effect on involuntary trembling, such as hand tremors, and to enhance the health and function of the lymphatic system.