SAGE ESSENTIAL OIL
Sage Essential Oil
Herbal · Camphoraceous · Fresh
Salvia officinalis
Steam distilled from the aromatic leaves and flowering tops of Sage grown in Egypt, this intensely fragrant essential oil has a fresh, penetrating herbal aroma with warm camphoraceous and subtly spicy undertones.
Sage is bold and unmistakable. It opens sharp, green and aromatic before revealing a warmer herbaceous character as it settles. Used thoughtfully, even a small amount can bring remarkable freshness, structure and complexity to an aromatic blend.
Long associated with herbal traditions and ritual, Sage also has an interesting place in botanical perfumery, where its distinctive green character can lift woods, resins and citrus while bringing definition to more complex compositions.
A botanical of aromatic leaves, ancient herb gardens and quiet ritual.
The aroma
Herbal · Green · Camphoraceous · Warm
Botanical Notes
Sage — Salvia officinalis
A perennial aromatic herb belonging to the Lamiaceae family, Sage has been cultivated for centuries throughout the Mediterranean and beyond.
Its soft grey-green leaves contain intensely aromatic volatile oils that are released through steam distillation.
The resulting essential oil is considerably more concentrated and penetrating than the familiar culinary herb, fresh, herbaceous and camphoraceous, with subtle spice and warmth beneath its initial green intensity.
Its name Salvia comes from the Latin salvare, associated historically with health and wellbeing, reflecting Sage’s long relationship with traditional European herbal practice.
Botanical Profile
Botanical name: Salvia officinalis
Plant family: Lamiaceae
Origin: Egypt
Plant part: Leaves & flowering tops
Extraction: Steam distillation
Aroma family: Herbal · Camphoraceous
Perfume note: Top to Middle
Aroma: Strong and penetrating, with fresh green herbs, warm camphoraceous notes and subtle spice
Blends Beautifully With
Citrus: Bergamot · Lemon · Lime · Mandarin
Herbs: Lavender · Rosemary · Peppermint · Thyme · Bay Laurel
Australian Botanicals: Kunzea · Fragonia · Lemon Myrtle · Tea Tree
Woods & Conifers: Fir · Pine · Sandalwood
Resins & Earth: Myrrh · Peru Balsam · Patchouli
Sage can be especially interesting in fougère, chypre, herbal and woody perfume structures. Its intensity means very little is required — used sparingly, it can introduce freshness and lift without dominating the finished composition.
The Ritual
Add sparingly to a diffuser when you want a distinctly green, herbaceous atmosphere.
Sage has traditionally been associated with ritual, contemplation and the aromatic cleansing of spaces, making its scent particularly suited to moments of transition or meditation.
In botanical perfumery, begin with only a trace. Sage can provide a fascinating counterpoint to sweeter citrus, florals and balsamic materials.
Try Sage + Mandarin + Patchouli for a green, earthy citrus composition, or Sage + Lemon + Sandalwood for something fresher and more aromatic.
Ingredients
100% Pure Sage Essential Oil — Salvia officinalis
Steam distilled from the leaves and flowering tops.
Safety
Sage Essential Oil requires greater caution than many everyday essential oils because Salvia officinalis can contain significant amounts of the ketones α-thujone, β-thujone and camphor, with composition varying between oils.
For external aromatic use only. Do not ingest. Do not apply undiluted to the skin. Keep out of reach of children and avoid contact with eyes and sensitive areas.
Do not use in pregnancy, breastfeeding, young children and people with seizure disorders, and recommend professional advice before use in these circumstances.
Store tightly closed, away from heat and direct sunlight.