Clary Sage Oil

Category: Essential Oil

Brief Description: Derived from the flowering plant Salvia sclarea, it has a sweet, herbaceous aroma. It costs about $20-$40 per oz in the US.

Benefits: Known for its calming properties, antibacterial activity, and potential to reduce skin inflammation.

Skin type suitability/concerns: Suitable for all skin types. Particularly beneficial for oily skin and hormonal skin issues.

Target audience: Individuals seeking calming and balancing effects in their skincare products, or those with oily skin.

Chemical composition: Primarily composed of linalyl acetate, linalool, and caryophyllene.

Physical aspect: Clear to pale yellow liquid with a medium-strength musky, herbaceous aroma.

Compatibility: Blends well with lavender, geranium, and sandalwood essential oils.

Concentration: Recommended concentration is less than 1% in skincare formulations.

Side effects/adverse reactions: Potential for skin irritation in sensitive individuals. A patch test is recommended.

Regulatory status: Generally recognized as safe by the FDA when used in minimal concentrations.

Sustainability/ethical considerations: Sustainability is dependent on responsible sourcing practices.

Variants: Clary sage oil is usually available as a single variant.