Clary Sage
Common Name
Clary Sage Essential Oil
Scientific Name
Salvia Sclarea
Ingredient Class
Essential Oil
Used in:
Solid Perfume – Pure
Interesting Fact
Historically, clary sage earned the nickname “clear eye” in medieval Europe, where herbalists steeped its seeds in water to create a soothing eyewash. Additionally, brewers once used it as a hops substitute, giving beer a distinctive musky flavour. Today, modern research supports its traditional uses, particularly for promoting relaxation and emotional balance—making it a perfect fit for Simply Bee’s Pure Solid Perfume.
Rich in linalyl acetate and linalool, clary sage oil offers balancing properties for both skin and emotions. Its gentle nature makes it ideal for soothing irritated skin, while its calming aroma helps ease tension and promote relaxation. Many users find it particularly beneficial during moments of stress or hormonal fluctuations, as it helps restore emotional equilibrium.
Origin
Native to the Mediterranean basin, Salvia sclarea thrives in sunny, rocky soils across southern Europe and parts of Central Asia. The plant’s name derives from the Latin “clarus” (meaning “clear”), referencing its historical use in eye remedies. Today, France and Russia lead cultivation, where the flowering tops are carefully harvested at peak potency before steam distillation. Traditionally, clary sage was valued in folk medicine for easing menstrual discomfort and uplifting the spirit—a legacy that continues in modern aromatherapy.
There are various versatile uses:
- Aromatherapy: Diffuse to ease stress or enhance meditation.
- Skincare: Add to creams for its soothing, anti-inflammatory benefits.
- Perfumery: Its warm, herbaceous note enriches natural fragrances (like Simply Bee’s Pure Solid Perfume).
- Haircare: Blend with a carrier oil to nourish the scalp.
- Massage: Dilute for a calming, muscle-relaxing massage oil.
Value Adds
- Aphrodisiac Qualities
- Enhanced Circulation
- Skin Health
- Natural Antidepressant
- Stress Reduction
- Antibacterial Properties
