Aromatherapy Oils - Sage

Botanical name: Salvia Officinalis / Salvatric
Botanical family: Labiatae

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Part of plant used: Leaves & flowers

Origin: Most Sage is found in Dalmatia where it is grown in the wild.

Description: Very pungent, herbal aroma. Can be very invasive and hard to get rid of it's smell.

History: Throughout the centuries, Sage has been thought to bestow a long life. It was popular in China for curing sterility. Also a well-known nerve tonic during the Middle Ages.

Properties and Indications:

• Gynaecological problems such as endometriosis, history of miscarriages, and regulating the menstrual cycle
• Useful for menopausal problems especially hot flushes
• Good for water retention
• Can help with constipation
• Tonic for the digestive system, liver, and kidneys
• Helps clear mucous so is good for colds and bronchitis
• Could ease tired muscles

Personality:

• Clears deep fears and violence
• Can bring out people's dreams and make things seem more clear
• For people who cannot release emotions such as anger
• Good for people with strong weaknesses

Contra-indications:

• Do not use on people who have high blood pressure, are very weak or are epileptics
• Not to be used in pregnancy or breast feeding

Blending:

• Bergamot, Geranium, Ginger, Lavender, Melissa, Orange, Rosemary
• Never use more than 1 drop of Sage oil in a blend

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