Clary Sage
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Clary Sage Essential Oil (Salvia sclarea)
Mildly euphoric, warm and relaxing ~ Clary sage essential oil offers an uplifting yet calming sensation that’s perfect for brightening moods and supporting women’s health issues.
- Carminative
- Mood elevation
- Euphoric agent
- Induces apoptosis (cell death) in some cancer types
- Menstrual cramps
- Reduces stress/anxiety
- Relieves aches & pains
Aromatic Scent: Overpowering, intoxicating herbaceous notes with a touch of sweetness, and a hint of green tea and leather-like hues on the dry-down.
How to Use
- Excellent to use in coffee or tea (1 drop per 8-16oz liquid carrier).
- 1 drop vaporized in an Essential VAAAPP or steam bath, provides immediate relaxation.
- For menopausal symptoms try 1 drop in 8 oz of organic soy milk (the soy milk also contains hormonally supportive isoflavone phytoestrogens).
- Great for relaxing the mind and creating a euphoric environment using 3 drops in a room diffuser.
- To stimulate women's reproductive organs, add to creams or lotions try 4-15 drops per 1 oz (30ml) of carrier oil/lotion. Apply to stomach or directly over ovaries for menstrual cramps/pain.
- Try a massage for muscle aches and pains as clary sage is an anti-spasmodic.
- Try putting 4 drops clary sage 3 drops of lavender in a warm bath for a deep relaxing & meditative experience.
- As a room spray, try combining clary sage ylang ylang or with blood orange infused in water and alcohol.
- Massage 1 drop into temples and back of the neck for headaches/migraines.
Dr. Nick's Safety Notes:
Clary sage has also been used during pregnancy or intravaginally. Because of the hormonal actions of the oil and potential ability to stimulate uterine contractions caution is advised during pregnancy as it may theoretically cause miscarriage. Essential oils should not be applied undiluted (“neat”) to mucous membranes including the vagina or eyes. Internal use or mucous membrane application should only be attempted under close medical supervision in appropriate dilutions.
Safety Summary
Hazards: Skin sensitization (moderate risk). Avoid use during first trimester. May cause photosensitization.
Contraindications: None known
Maximum dermal use level: 0.25% (This was the highest concentration where 25 sensitive individuals whom had previous reaction to fragrance materials, had no allergic reactions)
~ Adopted from Tisserand & Young, Essential Oil Safety, 2nd ed. 2013 ~
Blends Well With: Amyris, Sweet Basil, Bergamot, Cardamom, Carnation Absolute, Cedar, Cistus, Clove, Cypress, Frankincense, Rose-Geranium, Grapefruit, Jasmine, Juniper, Lavender, Lemon, Lime, Litsea Cubeba, Marjoram, Neroli, Bitter Orange, Sweet Orange, Patchouli, Pine, Rhododendron, Rose, Sandalwood, Tobacco Absolute, Ylang Ylang
Cultivation: Organic
Country of Origin: France | Bulgaria
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Parts of Plant Used: Flowering Tops
~ Be Blessed ~
Constituent Range (Lawrence 1993 p. 106-108)
French
Linalyl acetate (49.0 – 73.6%)
Linalool (9.0 – 16.0%)
Germacrene D (1.6 – 2.0%)
β - Caryophyllene (1.4 – 1.6%)
Russian
Linalyl acetate (45.3 – 61.8%)
Linalool (10.4 – 19.3%)
α- Terpineol (1.2 – 2.5%)
Germacrene D (0.7 – 2.0%)
β - Caryophyllene (1.1 – 1.8%)
Geranyl acetate (0.8 – 1.2%)
Geraniol (0.6 – 1.2%)
This information was documented by Lawrence 1993, p. 200-201 published by Robert Tisserand & Rodney Young in 2013 and is posted to demonstrate some general range of chemical constituents of this essential oil. Each distillation & plant source varies and current batch will likely have some variance to the information published above. When possible, we will post current GC-MS analysis separately for our oils sold on this site, correlating with batch numbers for your enjoyment & awareness.
References
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Dr. Nick's Notes
Clary Sage is native to Eastern Europe and I have had the pleasure of working both ecologically wildcrafted & organic oil from France. I’m amazed at the powerful relaxation and clarifying effects personified after vaporizing a drop. A wave of calm and crystal clarity sweeps over the body and is accompanied with a mild/medium euphoria. Sadness is instantly swept away and replaced with a world of smiles. Investigation of anti-depressant activity has suggested modulation of dopamine as a potential mechanism for boosting mood (1).
Clary Sage essential oil has been traditionally used in balancing hormones for women and appears to be a powerful ally in women’s health. A small study has suggested relief from menstrual cramps when diluted in a carrier lotion with lavender and marjoram and applied topically to the stomach (2). A diterpene alcohol, sclareol, found in Clary Sage oil is thought to mimic the actions of estrogen and may be responsible for hormonal balancing action says Franchomme & Penoel (1990). Topcu & Goren (2007) state that sclareol has no estrogenic activity, but 13-epi-sclareol inhibits breast & uterine cancer in vitro, possibly through interacting with estrogen receptors (Sashidhara et al 2007).
Interestingly, sclareol has been found to induce cell death in a variety of human cancer cell lines including leukemia, breast, and colon (3, 4, 5). On a molecular level, sclareol has been shown to activate pro-apoptotic enzymes caspases (8, 9) and induces cell cycle arrest in the G0/1 phase of cell replication (6). Sclareol has been shown to induce apoptosis independent of the activity of the protein termed p53 (the master guardian of cell DNA integrity whom action is commonly deficient in cancer cells). Additionally, sclareol has been found to possess anti-inflammatory properties (7).
An interesting thing of note is the extremely low concentration of sclareol (0.1% – 0.4%) found in clary sage essential oil GC-MS. Sclareol is a very large molecule and has extremely low volatility; hence making it difficult to measure via gas chromatography. Documented in Tisserand/Young’s book is a case where HPLC (liquid chromatography) analysis is utilized w/ clary sage absolute and the result consists of 70-75% sclareol & 13-epi-sclareol.
This suggests three possibilities:
– increased presence of sclareol & 13-epi-sclareol in clary sage essential oil beyond what’s documented through GC-MS (proven by testing through HPLC)
– increased presence of sclareol & 13-epi-sclareol in clary sage absolute (vs. Essential oil)
– both scenarios may also be true
How do I use clary sage essential oil? Typically I tend to work with this oil if I’m feeling stressed out, desire emotional balancing or want to take a euphoric break to drop deeper into myself through meditation. Clary sage oil vaporized through an Essential VAAAPP is a very efficient method for working with the medicinal qualities of clary sage. I also enjoy infusing one drop of Clary Sage extract in 8-16 ounces of hot water to enjoy as a relaxing cup of tea. Clary Sage essential oil is also potent combining with other essential oils for various purposes – euphoria, relaxation, sleep, mood stabilization. Having this essential oil is a powerful ally to keep in your EO repertoire, as it’s a versatile anti-spasmodic and mood stabilizer. Clary Sage stimulates the adrenal gland.
FAQs
Clary Sage essential oil is steam distilled from the flowers and leaves of Salvia sclarea, a large, aromatic plant native to the Mediterranean basin. It is a distinctly different plant and oil from common sage (Salvia officinalis), despite the related name. Clary Sage contains a compound called sclareol, which has a structural similarity to certain hormonal molecules, making it one of the most discussed essential oils in the context of hormonal balance and women's health. It is also celebrated for its powerful euphoric and deeply relaxing aromatic properties.
Clary Sage is one of the most powerfully calming and mood-elevating essential oils in aromatherapy. It is used to ease anxiety, lift mood, reduce tension, and promote a sense of dreamy relaxation and mental openness. Many people find it produces a mild euphoric effect when inhaled, making it particularly valuable during times of stress, creative blocks, or emotional heaviness. It is also widely used in support of the female reproductive cycle, particularly for easing discomfort associated with menstruation.
For stress and anxiety, Clary Sage is most effective when used aromatically. Diffuse it during particularly stressful periods, add a few drops to an unscented bath salts blend, or dilute and apply to the temples and back of the neck. Even simply opening the bottle and inhaling deeply can provide a noticeable shift in emotional state for many people. It blends particularly well with bergamot and lavender for a complete stress-relief aromatherapy experience. This will not treat, cure or prevent stress and anxiety, but may help to augment the symptoms for the user.
Clary Sage blends beautifully with lavender, bergamot, and Roman Chamomile for calming, stress-relief compositions. In natural perfumery, it adds an interesting herbal, slightly sweet, and earthy complexity to floral blends. Try it with rose, geranium, and cedarwood for a complex, sophisticated feminine fragrance. For a deeply grounding meditation blend, combine it with frankincense, sandalwood, and vetiver.
Clary Sage is generally safe for aromatherapy and topical use when properly diluted, but there are a few important considerations. It is strongly advised to avoid use during pregnancy as it has uterine stimulating properties, particularly during labor. It is also best avoided before driving or operating machinery as its deeply relaxing and mildly euphoric properties can impair alertness. Some people find it amplifies the effects of alcohol, so it is best to avoid using it in conjunction with drinking. A dilution of 1 to 3 percent is appropriate for most topical applications.
Our Process
We consciously source all our ingredients from Organic, Wildcrafted and/or Unsprayed (Pesticide-free) farms & distilleries. We then enhance these premium ingredients through our unique proprietary process to bring each of our formulations into their highest expression. You can really smell, feel, sense, and experience the difference!
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Sarah Martin (Essential Oil Wizardry) –
Transformative and super Magickal!!! Thank you!
Karsyn Hornby (Essential Oil Wizardry) –
Using this for female reproductive support. My mom is also going through menopause, so I am going to have her try it in 8 oz soy milk (hot).
luba v. (Essential Oil Wizardry) –
Love this oil! Such a healing affect on the body.
Tasha Zigerelli –
Best clary sage I have ever experienced. Incredible for any women’s health ailments. Especially potent around ovulation as it is really helpful for ovulation pains. Mix with castor oil for uterine massage.