Sage Dalmatian Essential Oil (Ukraine)
Active Ingredient: (α + β) Thujone: 39.2%, α-Thujone: 33.0%
Botanical Name: Salvia officinalis
Plant Part: Leaves
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Origin: Ukraine
Description: Salvia officinalis from the Ladiatae family is also known as 'garden', 'true' and 'Dalmatian' sage. Common sage is an evergreen perennial herb that can grow up to about 60cm (2 feet) high with a woody base, soft gray-green oval leaves and a mass of blue or violet flowers.
Color: Pale yellow to greenish yellow liquid.
Common Uses: The therapeutic properties of Sage Dalmatian Essential Oil are as an anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, astringent, digestive, diuretic, emmenagogue, insecticide, laxative and as a tonic.
Consistency: Thin
Note: Top
Strength of Aroma: Medium
Blends well with: Bergamot, Lavender, Lemon, Origanum, and Rosemary.
Aromatic Scent: Sage Dalmatian Essential Oil has a spicy, sharp, and very herbaceous scent. It is referred to as having a penetrating and powerful aroma. The Dalmatian sage is considered the superior Sage variety.
History: The Chinese believed Sage cured sterility and the Romans believed it cured just about everything. The Latin word 'salvare' means 'heal' or 'save’. During the middle Ages, Sage was a popular ingredient of many nerve tonics and the actual herb was used to clean gums.