Sage Essential Oil Uses & Benefits

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Uses & Benefits
Benefits Of Sage Essential Oil
Popular Uses & Benefits | How To Use
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Native to Europe and the Mediterranean, Sage was highly valued by the ancient Greeks and Romans who considered it to be sacred; in fact, it was believed that Sage had the ability to extend one’s life.

Today, Sage Essential Oil is recognised to be incredibly beneficial for the mind and body. For this reason it is commonly used to relieve negative emotions in aromatherapy.

Steam distilled from the Salvia officinalis botanical species via the steam distillation extraction method, Sage Essential Oil carries a powerfully refreshing, earthy and camphoraceous aroma.

Sage Essential Oil is commonly mistaken for Clary Sage Essential Oil however, these two oils are distinctively different. Both oils are extracted from different botanical species meaning that they have entirely different aromas and benefits.

Benefits of Sage Essential Oil for Medicinal Use

• When used in various medicinal applications, the benefits of Sage Essential Oil are known to ease muscular and joint pain that may be associated with inflammation, stiffness and tenderness. In saying this, when diluted and applied topically, it has been seen to be an effective treatment for arthritis, strains and muscle sprains.
• Other Sage Oil benefits are known to soothe redness and itching that is associated with skin conditions such dermatitis.
• The antibacterial and antimicrobial properties within this oil are further believed to eliminate toxins. For this reason, it may be beneficial for healing minor cuts, burns and irritation, while reducing the likelihood of infection.
• Sage Oil is also known to enhance circulation while having an antispasmodic effect that may be useful to those experiencing excessive coughing, stomach pain and menstrual related cramping.
• When diffused, it has further been seen to address nose and throat infections.
• In addition, the benefits of Sage Oil are known to calm menstrual related symptoms such as mood swings, nausea, fatigue and headaches.

Benefits of Sage Essential Oil for Cosmetic Use

• When diluted and used on the skin, the many antioxidants within Sage Essential Oil have been seen to reduce signs of aging such as fine lines, wrinkles and sagging skin.
• It is also known to be a fantastic essential oil for acne as it works to address blemishes, spots, inflammation and acne scarring.
• Other benefits of Sage Oil are believed to minimize pores while hydrating and soothing the skins surface.

Benefits of Sage Essential Oil in Aromatherapy

• In aromatherapy the aroma of Sage Essential Oil is believed to be emotionally and spiritually stimulating and when inhaled, it has been seen to have a balancing, stimulating, soothing and uplifting effect. This makes it a great essential oil for fatigue and tiredness.
• It has also been said that inhaling Sage Essential Oil may enhance memory and attentiveness. For this reason, it is a great essential oil to have diffusing in any workspace.

Diffusing: One of the most common ways to use Sage Essential Oil is in an aromatherapy diffuser or electric vaporizer. Simply add a few drops and let the refreshingly herbaceous aroma of Sage Oil fill your environment.
Inhaling: For those who do not own a diffuser or vaporizer, you can receive the therapeutic and aromatic benefits of Sage Oil by inhaling directly from the bottle; just be sure to avoid direct contact with the skin as this may result in irritation.
Warm Bath: Add a few drops of Sage Essential Oil to a warm bath; this may be particularly beneficial to anyone wanting to ease muscle soreness and inflammation.
Cleansing Shower: You can also add a drop of Sage Oil to each corner of your shower, the aroma will rise with the steam to create a refreshing atmosphere.

Massage: To create a Sage infused massage oil, add a few drops to a carrier oil or base massage oil and gently massage into sore areas.
Skin Serum: To treat various skin complaints add a few drops to a carrier oil and apply to affected areas.
Moisturiser: For those who are wanting to use Sage Oil topically but do not want an oil-based formulation, add a few drops to a base moisturiser and apply to affected areas. We recommend using an unscented sorbolene cream.

Whilst essential oils are natural products, they are extremely potent and can cause serious harm if used incorrectly. For this reason, we recommend the following:

• In line with the Therapeutic Goods Act, we do not recommend ingesting essential oils without the guidance of a registered Aromatherapist or Naturopath.
• Avoid using Sage Essential Oil during pregnancy and whilst breastfeeding.
• We recommend storing your essential oils in a cool, dry place at room temperature, ensuring that they are not directly exposed to sunlight and are out of reach of children or pets.
• Sage Essential Oil is very concentrated and is likely to cause irritation or reactions if applied directly to the skin. For this reason, it is important to first dilute your essential oils before using topically (on the skin). Our recommended dilution percentages can be found under the ‘Directions for Use’ section.

Tanu, B & Harpreet, K, 2016, ‘Benefits of essential oils’, Journal Of Chemical and Pharmaceutical Research, vol. 8, no. 6, pp. 143 – 149

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any illness.