Sage Spanish Lavender Essential Oil
$252.00
Sage Spanish Lavender essential oil could be used for unbalance and unrest.
How to use?
4-5 drops in bath, on tissue or in a vaporiser. 15 drops in 50ml carrier.
WARNING – do not apply undiluted or internally. Keep away from children and eyes. Store in a cool, dark place.
| Latin Name |
Salvia lavanulifolia |
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Synonyms |
Spanish sage, lavender leaved sage |
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Plant family |
Lamiaceae |
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Extraction |
Distillation of the flowering tops |
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Origin |
Europe, mainly France and Spain |
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Plant characteristics |
An evergreen shrub, similar to garden sage but with narrower leaves and small purple flowers. The plant is very aromatic – reminiscent of spike lavender. |
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Oil characteristics |
A pale yellow liquid with a fresh camphorous, slightly floral scent with woody undertones. |
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Traditional use |
In Spain this oil is considered a versatile oil. It is believed to promote longevity and protect against infection (such as the plague). It could be used to treat menstrual problems, infertility, nervous weakness and rheumatism. |
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Blends well with |
Cypress, clary-sage, rosewood, geranium and rosemary essential oils |
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Cautions and comments |
There are no known contra-indications. Because lavender sage is therapeutically different to lavender, the two should not be confused. This type of lavender is actually a type of sage and yet has very few of the contra-indications associated with common sage. Use moderately – especially during pregnancy. |
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Main chemical constituents |
Camphors (>35%), Cineole (35%), Limonene and pinene (40%). |