Ingredient name
Salvia officinalis essential Oil
INCI Name
SALVIA OFFICINALIS (SAGE) OIL
Even sage's Latin name hints at its useful properties since 'salvāre' means 'to save'.
The main active substances of this natural elixir are pinene, cineol, camphor, borneol, tannins, triterpenic acids and phenolic compounds.
Sage essential oil has powerful bactericidal, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, invigorating, soothing and healing properties. Sage oil can be used to treat small wounds, scratches, burns, dermatitis, eczema and psoriasis. It can also be used as an anaesthetic and antispasmodic agent.
Sage essential oil excellently balances sebaceous gland secretion, drains extra moisture from the tissues and is an effective deodorising remedy.
Why it’s good for your face
Why it’s good for your hair
Why it’s good for your body
Contraindications
Intended for outward application. Contraindicated for pregnant and breastfeeding populations
Scientific evidence
[1] Scientific research has shown that sage essential oil has significant antibacterial activity, when extracted from mature plants grown in unpolluted areas.
https://www.ajol.info/index.php/ajb/article/view/95425
[2] Another research has IN VITRO proven the antifungal properties of sage essential oil against yeast strains, dermathophytes and aspergilli.