Clary sage
Salvia sclarea
Characteristics: A colourless or pale yellowy-green liquid with a sweet, nutty-herbaceous scent.
Blends well with: Bergamot and other citrus oils, cardomon, cedarwood, coriander, frankincense, geranium, jasmine, juniper berry, lavender, pine and sandalwood.
Actions: Anticonvulsive, antidepressant, antiphlogistic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, aphrodisiac, astringent, bactericidal, carminative, cicatrizant, deodorant, digestive, emmenagogue, hypotensive, nervine, regulates seborrhea, sedative, stomachic, tonic, utrine.
Aromatherapy and Home use:
Skin care: Acne, boils, dandruff, hair loss, inflamed conditions, oily skin and hair, ophthalmia, ulcers and wrinkles.
Circulation, Muscles and Joints: High blood pressure, muscular aches and pains.
Respiratory System: Asthma, throat infections, whooping cough.
Digestive System: Cramp, dyspepsia, flatulence.
Genito-urinary System: Amenorrhea, labour pain, dysmenorrhea, leucorrhea.
Nervous System: Depression, frigidity, impotence, migraine, nervous tension and stress related disorders.
Safety Information: Non-toxic, non-irritant, non-sensitizing. Avoid during pregnancy. Do not use Clary sage whilst drinking alcohol, it can induce a narcotic effect and exaggerate drunkenness.