Sage and Its Uses

Salvia Officinalis

In a most recent sending of samples to some dear friends in Illinois, MI received some great feedback about our sage oil.  While she loved the fragrance, the uses were something she needed to explore.  Please read on to see some ways that sage essential oil can be used in your routine.

Historically, sage is a sacred and prized plant.  There is a Chinese proverb that states, "How can a man grown old who has sage in his garden?"  This means that this herb is thought to aid in longevity.  It was a sacred plant to the Romans and was harvested only by people wearing white tunics and washed feet.  Also, throughout history, it was used to keep away disease and evil spirits.  Today, smudge sticks of sage are still used in meditation and cermonies to cleanse spiritually.

Like almost all essential oils, sage oil contains antibacterial and antiseptic properties.  In addition to these characteristics, it also is used to stimulate digestion and appetite as well as aid with menstrual pain, hormone regulation, sterility, and nervous disorders. 

This oil can be applied to the skin with blends or carrier oils, used in aromatherapy or vapor therapy, and in creams, lotions.  This oil blends well with other essential oils found in the Mediterranean such as lemon, hyssop, or rosemary.  Using this oil in soaps can add not only a great aroma but also for hair care.  Applying this oil as a treatment to your scalp has been shown to encourage hair growth.

When using sage oil in cooking, like any other essential oil, a little goes a long way to add this herby flavor to any dish.  Maybe it could be used in your holiday dishes like turkey or stuffings? 

As with all essential oils, be sure to use this in small doses because it has very potent effects.  Please take a look at some of the recommendations from the websites listed below.

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Hope that you find this helpful, Rachel!  Good luck in your sage essential oil applications!

Gjithe te mirat
"All the best"

MI