Aromatherapy

Clary Sage Essential Oil for Aromatherapy Massage

Clary sage essential oil is a soothing aromatic oil extracted from the leaves and flowers of the medicinal Salvia sclarea herb. The steam-distilled oil possesses the ability to boost immunity and mental clarity; alleviate pain, stress, and depression; heal skin-related diseases and infections; and improve the overall wellness of the body.

The clarity the oil gives is fashionably embedded in its name, Clary - as proven and traced by etymologists (specialists in studying names). The clarifying and spiritual cleansing ability of the oil is emphasized with the renowned intrinsic power of its parent tree’s seed to improve vision. It is undoubtedly useful to maintain the body’s hormonal balance and calmness. It is also celebrated as the ‘Woman’s oil’. Praised for both menstrual and menopause-issue relief, the oil for women is awarded to clary sage oil. The oil comes with a lot of skin, hair, and cosmetic advantages.

Usage

Clary sage oil leaves a luring and sweet herbaceous trail that disinfects and sanctifies the room of any unpleasant odor. When diffused it creates an uplifting scent that stimulates the brain to relax the mind. With its stimulant in a volatile state, it reduces stress, tension, anxiety, and emotional imbalance and even promotes libido in men and women.

The mood-altering effect of the oil is enhanced by combining 3 drops of Clary Sage Essential oil with 2 drops of Ginger Essential oil. To the existing mix, add 2 drops of Orange Essential oil and 1 drop of Bergamot Essential oil. And dilute the mood essential oil in the carrier oil of your choice.

Insomnia, a sleep disorder, decreases with inhalation of the oil. Clary Sage oil is widely celebrated to achieve a restful state and a better sleeping pattern and duration. By diffusing the blend in a diffuser, you get the added benefit of clearing your throat and airway of mucus and phlegm. The expectorant properties of the oil explain reasons for the elimination of breathing difficulty and the curing of coughs, wheezing, and tightness. However, When the cough becomes tough, aromatherapists encourage massaging the chest region with 4 to 5 drops of Clary Sage oil diluted in 1 tablespoon of Almond Carrier oil.

When apply topically on the skin, it brings a cooling sensation to help with inflammation, rashes, and bruises on the skin. It also annuls muscle aches, strains, piercing pains, and sprains. Its antioxidant properties help to remove free radicals and inhibit wrinkling and aging face or skin.

Risk

Clary Sage Essential oil possesses emmenagogue properties that promote menstrual flow. Whereas to a pregnant woman, increasing and revitalizing the monthly flow could lead to miscarriage. Therefore, pregnant women and nursing women should consult a certified aromatherapy practitioner before applying the oil for health benefits. It can also affect the fetus as it tampers with hormonal balances.

Clary Sage oil is photosensitive, it can cause serious skin damage and irritations if the skin is exposed to direct sunlight after 12 hours of topical application. Clary sage oil can increase the intoxication effect of alcohol. It also promotes and accelerates the effect of other drugs that possess sedative properties or are taken to induce sleep.

Furthermore, it is notable that Clary Sage Essential Oil react with certain medication. That’s why you must take precautions and observe the effect on your health status

Caution

Most importantly, hold a meeting with your doctor or an aromatherapist to discuss your health plan and status, and the benefits and medical implications of using Clary Sage Essential oil. Take caution while patronizing manufacturers of this extracted oil. Research the brand as FDA leaves the industry to your scrutiny before buying. Then buy trusted products.

Read the oil instruction leaflet and diffuser instruction pamphlet before using the oil and diffuser respectively. Store in dark small bottles and a dark cabinet to prolong shelf life. Conduct a dime-sized skin patch test with twice the concentration of the oil to be adopted. Observe the allergic responses. If there are any undesired irritations, drop the oil.

Takeaway

Clary Sage Essential oil can save you from the confusion and uncertainty that accompany having the third eye chakra blocked. It is an essential oil for women’s health and for enhancing sexual desire and pleasure in both men and women.

This article is for general wellness education only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.

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