INCI Name: Clary Sage Oil
Botanical Name: Salvia sclarea
Origin: France
Product Code: DA0015
CAS Number: 8016-63-5
EINECS Number: 283-911-8
FEMA Number: 2321
Production Method: Steam Distillation
Part Used: Flowers
Note Classification: Middle Note
Color: Colorless to Yellow-Brown
Odor: Herbal, Fresh
Solubility: Insoluble in Water
Clary sage essential oil has been used in various cultures and traditional medicine throughout history. Especially in the Middle East and Mediterranean regions, the use of this oil for health and spiritual balance is widespread. In ancient times, the clary sage plant was considered a mystical and sacred plant. It was used as a valuable ingredient in aromatherapy and meditation practices.
Clary sage naturally grows in various regions of the Mediterranean region, Southern Europe and the Middle East. These regions are where the highest quality and most effective samples of clary sage essential oil are produced.
Production: Clary sage essential oil is obtained by steam distillation. This method preserves the natural aroma and effective components of the oil, resulting in a quality and effective product. Fresh and mature flowers and leaves of clary sage are used in the production of the oil. These parts provide the characteristic sweet, woody and slightly spicy scent of the oil.
Color, Aroma and Smell: Clary sage essential oil is usually light yellow or green in color and its scent is sweet, woody and slightly spicy. This scent profile creates both a relaxing and deepening effect. Clary sage oil is located between the middle and base notes and its scent note has a sweet, woody and slightly spicy profile. Its aroma strength is medium, which allows it to be used in a balanced way in various formulations.
Compatible Oils: Clary sage oil is perfectly compatible with bergamot, cedar, lavender, orange and ylang ylang oils. These combinations create a rich and balanced scent profile, offering a wide range of uses in aromatherapy.
Warnings: Clary sage essential oil should not be applied directly to the skin, it should always be used diluted with fixed oils. It can cause skin irritation when used in pure form, so contact with the eyes and sensitive areas should be avoided.
Storage: In order to maintain the effectiveness and quality of clary sage essential oil, it should be stored in a cool, dry environment away from sunlight. With proper storage, the shelf life of the oil can be extended and its quality can be preserved.