Sage (Spanish)
Salvia Lavandulifolia
Description:
An aromatic, evergreen shrub, similar to the garden sage, but with narrower leaves and small purple flowers. The oil is mainly produced in Spain.
Actions:
Antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antiseptic, antispasmodic, astringent, carminative, deodorant, depurative, digestive, emmenagogue, expectorant, febrifuge, hypotensive, nervine, stimulant, stomachic, tonic
Extraction:
The oil is extracted by steam distillation from the leaves.
Characteristics:
A pale yellow, mobile liquid with a fresh-herbaceous, camphoraceous, slightly pine like odour. It blends well with rosemary, lavender, pine, eucalyptus, juniper, clary sage and cedarwood.
Perfume:
Scent:
Camphoraceous, fresh, herbaceous, penetrating, powerful
Key Qualities:
Refreshing, invigorating, clearing
Odour Intensity:
High
Aromatherapy Use:
Skin Care:
Acne, cuts, dandruff, dermatitis, eczema, excessive sweating, hair loss, sores
Circulation, Muscles & Joints:
Arthritis, debility, fluid retention, muscular aches and pains, poor circulation, rheumatism
Digestive System:
Jaundice, liver congestion
Reproductive System:
Amenorrhea, dysmenorrhea, sterility
Respiratory System:
Asthma, coughs, laryngitis
Immune System:
Colds, fever, flu
Nervous System:
Headaches, nervous exhaustion, stress related conditions
Other Uses:
Treats gingivitis and other gum infections
Safety Data:
WARNING: Do not use during pregnancy. Always use in moderation only.
***Please take note, that all information on this website is for information purposes only, and should not be used to treat or diagnose any illness or health condition.
Any health condition should be referred to your licensed medical practitioner, and no statements regarding the products or health conditions have been verified by any health authority.
The treatments listed on this site relies on alternative healing with essential oils, and please note that no clinical trials or results are available and rests heavily on anecdotal proof.
