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Essential Oils
Angelica Root
Anise
Bay
Bergamot
Birch
Black Pepper
Blue Hungarian Chamomile
Buchu Leaf
Cananga Java
Caraway
Cardamom
Carrot Seed
Cassia, Chinese
Cedarleaf
Cedarwood
Celery Seed
Chamomile, Roman
Cinnamon Leaf
Citronella
Clary Sage
Clove Bud
Clove Leaf
Clove Stem
Cognac
Coriander Seed
Cornmint
Cumin
Davana
Dillweed
Eucalyptus
Fennel, Sweet
Galbanum, Terpeneless
Garlic
Geranium
Ginger
Grain Fusel
Grapefruit, California
Gurjun Balsam
Jasmine
Juniper Berry
Lavandin Abrialis
Lavender, Bulgarian
Lavender, French
Lemon
Lemongrass
Lime
Mandarin Orange
Neroli Bigarade
Nutmeg
Onion
Orange
Oregano
Parsley Seed
Patchouli
Peppermint
Petitgrain
Pimento Berry
Pine
Rose, Bulgarian
Rosemary
Sage
Sandalwood
Spearmint
Tagetes
Tangerine
Tea Tree
Thyme
Vanilla
Vetiver
Wintergreen
Ylang Ylang
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Sage
salvia officinalis
General Description An herb of ancient repute, the Romans called it herba sacra, "sacred herb". Sage is an oil to be treated with respect and with overuse it can be toxic. However it is well known for its usefulness in treating oily skin and hair. Some say it promotes hair growth. Sage is native to the mediterranean region but cultivated worldwide especially in Albania, China, France, Greece, Italy, Turkey, the USA and Yugoslavia. The oil is used extensively as flavoring in both the food and beverage industry. It is also used as a fragrance component in anti-perspirants, colognes, detergents, perfumes, soaps and shampoos.
How It's Made The steam distillation of the dried leaves produces Sage oil.
Aroma: Fresh, nutty scent. Strength: Fairly Strong Properties
Muscles
Helps with Arthritis
Muscular Aches
Skin
Helps with Oily Skin
Helps with Inflammation
Helps with Oily Hair
Digestive
Helps with Digestive Disorders
Other Uses
Relieves Problematic Menstruation
Nervous System
Strengthens Memory
Strengthens Senses
Respiratory
Helps Fight Respiratory Infections
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