Guide to essential oils

Essential oil of Provencal clary sage

4.7 - 193 reviews
L'huile essentielle de Sauge sclarée de Provence est traditionnellement conseillée pour favoriser le confort féminin, notamment au moment de la ménopause. Elle est également connue pour ses effets régulateurs, toniques et purifiants.

Greasy hair

Greasy hair

How to use

  • Skin application and massage

    Skin application and massage

    Suitable

  • Cosmetic active ingredient

    Cosmetic active ingredient

    Suitable

  • Diffusion

    Diffusion

    Appropriate

  • Aromatherapy bath

    Aromatherapy bath

    Appropriate

  • Food grade

    Food grade

    Possible but not recommended

Features

Properties

Precautions

Find out more

Features

Production process

Complete steam distillation

Part of the plant used

Leaves and flowering tops

Botanical name

Salvia sclarea Linnaeus

Warning

The properties, information and methods of use below are quotes from reference books or websites on aromatherapy, hydrolatherapy and phytotherapy. This general information is provided for informative purposes only and in no way constitutes medical guidance. Under no circumstances can this information be used as a substitute for a medical diagnosis, consultation or follow-up, nor can it incur our liability. We recommend that you consult the guide to essential oils before using them, so that you are aware of any precautions that need to be taken. If in doubt, consult a doctor before using essential oils.

Bibliographic references

Wilson.R (2002) Aromatherapy, Essential oils for vibrant health and beauty, Avery edition

Baudoux D. (2002) L'Aromathérapie - Se soigner par les huiles essentielles. Editions Amyris.

Festy.D (2012) Ma bible des huiles essentielles, Edition Leduc

Franchomme P., Jollois R. et Pénoël D. (2001) L'Aromathérapie exactement. Editions Roger Jollois.

Telphon.T 2003) ABC des huiles essentielles, Edition Grancher

Purchon N. (2001) La bible de l'aromathérapie. Editions Marabout.

Properties

Aroma-Zone Clary sage Essential Oil is traditionally used for

Aroma-Zone Clary sage essential oil is traditionally used for : Hair loss, alopecia, depression, low mood, heavy legs, varicose veins, menopause, etc.

Health

Beauty

Wellness

Fragrance

Find out more

Because of its sclareol content, clary sage essential oil is traditionally known to have mimetic effects on female hormones and regulates menstrual cycles. It helps support women with irregular or painful periods as well with the perimenopause and menopause.

Properties

In the field of health, clary sage essential oil is recognised for its properties:

  • Action similar to oestrogen, helps regulate menstrual cycles

  • Blood circulation tonic, diuretic

  • Antispasmodic

  • Antimycotic

Uses

It is traditionally used in the following situations:

  • Amenorrhoea (absence of periods), painful periods, pre-menopause

  • Menopause, hot flushes, premenstrual syndrome

  • Mycoses

  • Circulatory disorders, varicose veins, haemorrhoids

In practice

Feminine relief: Mix with your oil blend. Gently massage your blend into the lower abdomen.

Precautions


  • Do not use in pregnant or breastfeeding women or in children under 6 years old. Presence of hormone-like molecules; avoid use without medical advice in case of hormone-dependent conditions.

  • Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.

  • Always dilute before topical application.

  • Some natural compounds contained in this essential oil may present a risk of allergy for certain sensitive individuals when the essential oil is incorporated into a cosmetic preparation. Old or oxidised essential oils should be avoided.

  • Store protected from light and air. As a general rule, always perform an application test of your preparation in the crease of the elbow at least 48 hours before use.

  • For use as a cosmetic ingredient, please refer to the specific precautions.

Find out more

The lunar cycle is reputed to influence the female cycle, and sage, which has properties similar to female hormones, is therefore often associated with the moon, as illustrated by an Italian saying: "The wife is in charge at home when the sage grows well in the garden".

Thanks to its virtues, Clary sage is traditionally used to effectively combat disorders linked to the female cycle (painful periods, absence of periods, premenstrual syndrome, menopause, etc.).

excellent product

C
Catherine

Very easy to use with good results for the blends made

J
Jean-bernard

Very good

D
Dianée

It's great

E
E

I made a very effective homemade deodorant after being completely unsatisfied with commercial deodorants.

V
Virginie

Equivalents

Essential Oils

1 ml = approximately 35 drops (with our Aroma-Zone dropper caps)

Carrier Oils

1 pump (Aroma-Zone aluminium pump) = approx. 0.15 ml

Mass / Volume conversion (for a liquid)

Mass (g) = Density x Volume (ml) at 20°C

Further information

1 full teaspoon = between 3 and 4.5 ml

1 full tablespoon = between 7.5 and 10 ml


However, these spoon ratios depend on a number of factors (e.g. viscosity of the liquid, temperature, depth and size of the spoon, rheological behaviour of the liquid), and we strongly advise you to use precise measuring equipment, such as graduated test tubes, graduated pipettes, and precision scales.

Aromatherapy recipes from the bibliography

EO = Essential Oil VO = Carrier Oil or Macerated Oil

Female sexual fatigue (D. Baudoux)

Health & wellbeingLow energy, fatigue

  • Roman chamomile essential oil: 2 ml

  • Ylang-ylang essential oil: 2 ml

  • Clary sage essential oil: 1 ml

Use: 4 drops of the mixture applied to the lower spine 2 times a day for 1 week.

Nervousness mix (R. Wilson)

Health & wellbeingNerve pain and disorders

  • 1/8 ounce (≈ 3.5 g) jojoba carrier oil

  • 4 drops of clary sage essential oil

  • 3 drops black spruce essential oil

  • 2 drops laurel essential oil

  • 1 drop benzoin oleoresin or absolute

Directions: Mix the essential oils in the carrier oil.

Use: Apply as a fragrance or inhale directly from the bottle when needed.

Amenorrhoea (absence of menstruation) (D. Festy)

Health & wellbeingGynaecological issues

  • Clary sage essential oil: 3 drops

  • Green aniseed essential oil: 2 drops

  • Evening primrose oil: 3 drops

Use: Massage the lower abdomen with this mixture, 2 times a day, for 3 weeks, then stop for 8 days and start again 2 times a day, 15 days a month, until your period returns.

Aroma-Zone note: If your cycle does not quickly return to normal, it is best to consult a doctor.

Hot flushes (D. Festy)

Health & wellbeingHormonal and metabolic disorders

  • Clary sage essential oil: 2 drops

  • Olive carrier oil: 1 teaspoon

Use: Dilute the essential oil in carrier oil. Before the menopause: swallow 3 times a day from the 7th to the 21st day of the cycle. After the menopause: swallow 3 times a day for 20 days, to be repeated, but always by first taking a break of one week a month.

Excessive sweating (D. Baudoux)

Health & wellbeingHormonal and metabolic disorders

  • Palmarosa essential oil 2 drops

  • Cistus essential oil 2 drops

  • Rose geranium essential oil 2 drops

  • Clary sage essential oil 1 drop

Use: 2 drops of the mixture applied to the skin 2 times a day.