Friday, February 22, 2013

Sage Essential Oil

Sage Essential Oil benefits and uses

The qualities associated with Sage Essential Oil are severe, antibacterial, stimulant. It is known to relax spasms, suppress lactation and perspiration, , improve liver function, and digestion. That oil also has anti-inflammatory, and anti-depressant properties.
Instructions for Use:
Sage oil can be taken internally to treat digestive problems and flatulence, reduce excessive lactation and  night sweats, reduce perspiration, worry etc. The oil can be used externally to treat insect bites, or to treat infections in the throat, and most skin infections problems . It is a  good treatment for spots, and oily hair.
This oil is very authoritative, and should be used with more care. In aromatherapy, people generally find that fewer is better.  Diluting with just one percent Sage Essential Oil, should be enough for many people.

History and Additional Information:

It is a evergreen shrubby recurrent plant its leaves are light green, and it flowers in the summer.

Details:

Latin/Botanical Name: Salvia officinal’s.
Other Names: True Sage, garden sage, meadow  and ordinary sage
Place of Origin: England.
Family: Lamiaceae.
Part of Plant Used: Leaves and flowers.

Characteristics:

Odor/Fragrance: mildly-camphorous, warm, highly spiced, herbaceous
Color: Clear with a yellow touch
Aroma Strength: Strong
Consistency: Thin
Blending Suggestions: Bergamot, lavender, lemon  etc .
Safety Precautions for this Essential Oil:

The oil should not be used at an high amount or for longer time . Toxicity can occur with over use. People suffering from epilepsy or high blood pressure should not use this oil.

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