Clary Sage Oil: Benefits, Uses and Side Effects

Posted on the 10 April 2022 by Vishal Kaushik @HR_Gabru

There are many medicinal herbs around us, whose benefits are innumerable. One such herb is "Clary Sage". Perhaps not many people know about clary sage, but due to its medicinal properties, clary sage oil has been used in Ayurveda. In this article, we'll share 7 proven benefits of clary sage oil. At the same time, the article also explains how to make clary sage oil at home along with the uses and side-effects of clary sage oil.

WHAT IS CLARY SAGE OIL?

Clary sage is a type of herb, whose scientific name is Salvia sclarea. Clary sage plant is found in Europe, Asia and Africa.

Clary sage oil is derived from the clary sage plant. It comes with many medicinal properties, that's why it is used to grab many health benefits.

HEALTH BENEFITS OF CLARY SAGE OIL:

Clary sage is a type of Ayurvedic medicine and that's the reason why the oil made from it is used to prevent many health related problems and helps you stay healthy. The benefits of clary sage oil may include:

1. HELPS PREVENT DEPRESSION:

Clary sage oil can help prevent depression to some extent. According to a scientific research, the medicinal properties of clary sage oil can be helpful in reducing depression and stress.

In fact, clary sage essential oil exhibits anti-depression effects due to certain chemical compounds present in it. For this reason, it is known to prevent depression.

2. PREVENT DIABETES:

The benefits of clary sage essential oil can also be seen for controlling diabetes. According to a research related to this, the oil has anti-diabetic effect, which can help reduce the problem of diabetes.

Research reveals that clary sage essential oil may also be used as an additional or alternative medicine for diabetes and its related complications in the future.

3. ANTI-INFLAMMATORY EFFECT:

Clary sage oil has anti-inflammatory effect. According to a research, clary sage oil contains anti-inflammatory properties, due to which it can help relieve edema (accumulation of fluid in the body, which causes swelling) to some extent.

4. FOR ORAL HEALTH:

Clary sage oil can also be used for good oral health. According to a research, the steam of clary sage oil can reduce the stretch or spasm felt by patients with gingivitis.

Apart from this, an another research says that the antibacterial effect of some essential oils can eliminate harmful bacteria in the mouth. This helps in maintaining oral hygiene.

We have already mentioned above in the article that clary sage essential oil has antimicrobial activity, so it can help protect against bad bacteria in the mouth.

5. CLARY SAGE OIL FOR MENSTRUATION:

Clary sage essential oil can help regularize the menstrual cycle of women. Along with this, the oil is also considered helpful in reducing muscle spasms that occur during this time.

It has also been told in a research that clary sage oil can act as a tonic for problems related to the womb and uterus. At the moment, it is not clear which properties of clary sage oil help in this regard.

6. CONTAINS ANTI-MICROBIAL PROPERTIES:

According to a scientific study, clary sage essential oil has anti-microbial activity. This can help prevent bacteria from growing and can be helpful in healing wounds and protecting against many skin infections.

7. CLARY SAGE ESSENTIAL FOR SKIN:

The benefits of clary sage oil can also be seen in skin related problems. According to a research, due to the anti-microbial effect present in clary sage oil, it can help in getting rid of acne, pimples, boils, blisters, etc.

USES OF CLARY SAGE ESSENTIAL OIL:

Now, you must be familiar with the benefits of clary sage oil. Let us know about the use of clary sage essential oil.

  • Clary sage oil can be used for aromatherapy.
  • The oil is also used to make perfumes.
  • Clary sage essential oil is used to make tonics, beer and wine.
  • Clary sage essential oil can be mixed with any other oil and applied on the skin.
  • You can also massage with this oil to get relief from joint pain.

HOW MUCH TO USE (RECOMMENDED INTAKE):

You can use two to four drops of clary sage essentials for massage and aromatherapy. This oil is not used in cooking, so avoid doing this.

HOW TO MAKE CLARY SAGE OIL:

In this section of the article, we'll share with you how to make clary sage essential oil at home. So, let's start:

Material:

  • Clary sage (250 grams)
  • Coconut oil (150 grams)

How to Make:

  • To make this essential oil, first cut the clary sage. Do not use thick wood i.e. stalk while cutting it. Cut only its flowers and leaves.
  • If using fresh clary sage, dry it in the shade or wrap it in a cloth first. This will intensify its aroma. When it dries, mash it well with a clean and heavy object.
  • Now, pour coconut oil in an air tight jar. After this, add mashed clary sage to it. Do not fill the jar completely, leave some empty space in it.
  • Now close the jar tightly and keep it in the sun. It will take about 48 hours for it to smell good and it takes 3 to 6 weeks to make the oil.
  • If there is no good sunlight, then heat the mixture in a double boiler to 100°F for a few seconds. Temperature should not exceed this at all. Otherwise the fragrance and shelf life of the oil will be affected.
  • When this mixture starts to smell good, sieve it. If you want, you can also use it without filtering.

HOW TO STORE CLARY SAGE OIL:

After making clary sage oil at home, know below how to store it for a long time. With the help of these tips, clary sage oil can be preserved for a long time.

  • To increase the shelf life of the oil, the gel inside the vitamin-E capsule can be added to the oil.
  • Keep this oil in an air tight glass bottle or jar.
  • Protect clary oil from direct light. If possible, keep it in a dark and normal temperature place.

WHERE TO BUY CLARY SAGE ESSENTIAL OIL?

In this article, we have already told an easy method of making clary sage oil at home. However, if you are looking to buy it from the market, then the clary sage oil can be purchased from an online store. Apart from this, it is also easily available in organic stores and large departmental stores.

SIDE EFFECTS OF CLARY SAGE OIL:

After knowing the benefits of clary sage essential oil, its side-effects should also be known. Although, no research gives accurate information about the side-effects of clary sage oil, but as a precaution, keep these things in your mind:

  • If you have sensitive skin, then this oil can cause irritation to the skin. To avoid this, use it only after doing a patch test.
  • Avoid using it around the eyes.
  • Clary sage is an essential oil, so use it only after diluting it.
  • Before using clary sage oil in pregnancy, consult a doctor once.

TAKE AWAY

Now, you must come to know the benefits of clary sage oil. The side-effects of clary sage oil are negligible, so feel free to use it to stay healthy. Just pay attention to the quantity while using this oil, as too much of anything is harmful. We hope that this article prove helpful to you. If you liked this article, then don't forget to share it with others.

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