Complete Guide to Essential Oils/A to Z of essential oils/Clary Sage

Clary Sage comes from the flowers of Salvia sclarea plants. It has a sweet scent. It has both a relaxing and an invigorating effect.

Salvia sclarea flowers

Clary Sage (Salvia sclarea)

Properties

Salvia sclarea essential oil.

Circulatory

May reduce hypertension (high blood pressure).

Emotional

Relieves stress, anxiety and depression. Uplifts the mind and alleviates fatigue.

Caution

• Don't use clary sage oil during the first five months of pregnancy.
• Clary sage oil can cause drowsiness so don't use with alcohol.