Clary Sage Essential Oil

Parts Used Leaf and flower   Botanical Name Salvia Sclarea    Extraction Method Steam distilled   Note Classification Middle   Aroma Dry, musky, bittersweet floral   Properties Antidepressant, anticonvulsive, antispasmodic, antiseptic, aphrodisiac, astringent, bactericidal, carminative, deodorant, digestive, emenagogue, euphoric, hypotensive, nervine, sedative, stomachic and uterine.   Overview This oil has an extensive history in perfumery. It is considered a fixative, and adds a warming note to a blend.   Blends Well With Bay, bergamot, black pepper, cardamom, cedarwood, chamomile, coriander, cypress, frankincense, geranium, grapefruit, jasmine, juniper, lavender, lemon balm, lime, mandarin, patchouli, petitgrain, pine, rose, sandalwood, tea tree   Herbal Miscellany The herb derives its name from the Latin clarus, meaning, “clear,” and was nicknamed “clear eyes” during the Middle Ages for its famous ability to clear tired or strained eyes and blurred vision.   Precaution