Ingredients
Clary Sage Essential Oil (Salvia sclarea)
100% Pure and Unadulterated
Certified Kosher and Parve

Synonyms
Clary Oil, Clary Wort Oil, Muscatel Sage Oil, Clear Eye Oil, See Bright Oil, Common Clary Oil, Clarry Oil, Eye Bright Oil

Family
Labiatae, Lamiaceae

Part Used
Flowering tops and Leaves

Method of Extraction
Steam distillation

Note
Top

Dosage Forms
Pure-Li Natural Clary Sage Oil is certified Kosher and Parve, and is packaged in convenient 10ml amber glass bottles with dropper caps to control dispensing

Actions
anticonvulsive, antidepressant, antiphlogistic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, astringent, bactericidal, carminative, cicatrisant, deodorant, digestive, emmenagogue, hypotensive, nervine, regulator, sedative, stomachic, tonic, uterine.

Internal Indications
conjunctivitis, throat infections, nerve ailments, digestive troubles, flatulence, stomach aches, intestinal cramps, vaginal discharge, impotence, anorgasmia, nervousness, menstrual cramps

External Indications
skin inflammations, ulcers, boils, heavy sweating, alopecia, dandruff, general hair care

Aromatheraputic Indications
depression, post natal depression, anxiety, emotional distress, tension

Aromatheraputic Actions
centering, euphoric, visualizing, uplifting

Contraindications
Avoid use during pregnancy. Do not use while drinking alcohol, the combination can induce a narcotic effect.

Therapeutic Indications
Growing up to 1 meter in height this biennial or perennial herb has large hairy leaves that are green with a touch of purple and small blue flowers.

The fragrance of this oil is rather nutty and herbal at the same time. It has a somewhat heavy scent. It is native to southern Europe and cultivated worldwide especially in the Mediterranean regions, Russia, USA, England, Morocco and Central Europe.

Traditionally, this herb was held in high esteem in the Middle ages but in our modern day seems to have fallen out of use. It was used for digestive disorders, kidney problems, and uterine and menstrual complaints, cleansing ulcers and as a general nerve tonic. The mucilage from the seeds was used for treating tumors and for removing dust particles from the eyes. It cools inflammations and is especially useful for throat and respiratory infections.

Therapeutically this oil is used for acne, boils dandruff, hair loss, inflamed conditions, oily skin and hair, ulcers and wrinkles. It has been helpful in cases of high blood pressure, muscular aches and pains, asthma, throat infections and whooping cough. It is also used to treat colic, cramps, flatulence, depression, migraine, nervous tension and stress related disorders.

Commercially, the oil and the absolute are used as fragrance components and fixatives in soaps, detergents, cosmetics and perfumes. The oil is used in the food and drink industry especially in the production of wines with a muscatel flavour.

Storage
Clary Sage oil should be stored in a cool, dry area until it is used. Once opened, refrigeration and tightly closing the cap will prolong its shelf life.

Usage
Tension: Clary Sage's euphoric scent calms, soothes and eases the tension of uncertain and apprehensive times; use in a vapourizer, relax in a therapeutic bath or massage into the back, neck and temples with a massage oil blend.

Painful Periods: Clary Sage relieves the spasms of painful periods by warming and relaxing taut muscles and nerves; use a massage oil blend to massage the abdomen and lower back. Use only as directed and seek medical advice if menstrual pain persists.

Headaches: Dilute for direct application and rub into the temples to give temporary relief.

Anxiety: A therapeutic bath can sooth and help relieve nervous tension or mild anxiety.

Premenstrual Complexion Blemishes: Sebum balancing Clary Sage is useful when treating this condition. Make a skin or facial oil and apply.

Sexual Enhancement: Clary Sage's aphrodisiac qualities can help to stimulate sensual feelings and enhance pleasure. Combine 4 drops Ylang Ylang oil, 3 Drops Clary Sage oil and 25ml (1oz) Sweet Almond oil. Massage the mixture all over the body.

Blends With
Cedarwood oil, Geranium oil, Lavender oil, Lemon oil, Lime oil, Pine oil, Sandalwood oil, Sweet Orange oil, Tangerine oil, Ylang Ylang oil

Complimentary Therapies
Proper nutrition is vital to good health. Drink plenty of water (at least 8 glasses daily) and juice instead of coffee, tea or sodas. Try to avoid synthetic ingredients, highly concentrated in prepared or packaged foods, and take a well-balanced multivitamin and mineral supplement.