- Region
- Europe
- Origin
- Europe (Mediterranean), Asia (west and central)
- Traditions
- Western herbal medicine
Europe · Herb · № 380
Salvia sclarea
Herb · Europe
Clary sage
Salvia sclarea
The essential oil is used in relaxing baths and massages. A small study pointed to a relaxing effect when inhaled; the evidence is limited.
Safety notes
Traditional use is no proof of effectiveness; if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or have a medical condition, consult a doctor or pharmacist.
Preparation
External: essential oil in skin-softening milk bath.
Use in traditions
In German the plant is called Muskatellersalbei because it was used to give Rhine wine a muscatel flavour. The mucilage of soaked seeds was put in the eyes to remove dirt, which explains the English name clary ('clear eye'). Today the oil is used mainly in perfume.
Applications
Use by tradition
How different herbal traditions describe this herb. Amounts are traditional guidelines checked for obvious errors; they are not medical advice. For poisonous plants no dosage is given on purpose.
Natural skin and hair care
Attributed effects
Relaxing, reduces stress.
Preparation and amount
External: essential oil in skin-softening milk bath.
- Ways to prepare herbs
- Steam and bath
- Recipes
- Skin-softening milk bath