The herb derives its name from the Latin clarus, meaning, “clear,” and was referred to as “clear eyes” during the Middle Ages for its famous ability to clear tired or strained eyes and blurred vision. Clary Sage is a plant that grows straight stalks that grow beautiful light purple flowers. Clary sage oil is extracted from the plant and has an herbaceous, floral scent with a grounding effect. 

Today, Clary Sage oil is known as the "women's oil" because of its properties that help relieve symptoms of PMS and menopause. Traditionally known for its ability to restore health during a variety of ailments; from eye problems to infertility, clary sage was revered as a "cure-all". Its potent properties were thought to restore nervous equilibrium and help with emotional and hormonal imbalances.

Discover The Medicinal Properties Found in Clary Sage

The main active properties found in clary sage oil, include linaloo, terpineol and lineally acetate. It's these properties that give this oil its floral scent and allow it to have the medicinal benefits it has. Because of these properties, clary sage can provide anti-convulsive, antidepressant, Antifungal, anti-infectious, antiseptic, astringent and anti-inflammatory benefits. It's these properties that also make this essential oil soothing and warming. 

Top Health Benefits of Clary Sage Oil 

Some of the top health benefits that clary sage oil provides include: 

  • Soothe feelings of nervousness/anxiety
  • Relieve pain associated with headaches/migraines
  • Promote feelings of relaxation and sleepiness
  • Increases libido
  • Promotes circulation 
  • Lessens symptoms of PMS/menopause 
  • Supports respiratory health

How To Use Clary Sage Oil In Daily Life

When using essential oils, it's important to remember that they are for topical use only and should never be ingested. When used on your skin, they must be mixed with a carrier oil, because essential oils are highly concentrated and can burn your skin if not mixed properly. That's why using essential oils in a diffuser, on a cloth and inhaling, on a hot compress, mixed with carrier oils to make a massage oil or abdominal/chest rub or adding to your bath water are all great ways to reap the benefits of the oils without harming your health. 

Clary sage oil also pairs well with bergamot, lavender and rosemary oils as their scent profiles complement each other. 

Cautions & Considerations When Using Essential Oils

Because of Clary Sage's ability to promote menstruation, this oil should be avoided in pregnancy. It can also have a significant relaxing effect that has been compared to narcotics, which is beneficial for the treatment of stress, but clary sage should be avoided when drinking or performing activities that require concentration like driving.