Essential Nose Clary Sage
Salvia sclarea
Clary sage essential oil from Salvia sclarea is defined by linalyl acetate (up to 75%) and linalool, which together account for its smooth, herbaceous-floral character. The oil and its key compounds exert spasmolytic effects on uterine smooth muscle by inhibiting Ca²⁺-mediated contraction pathways, supporting its clinical use for dysmenorrhoea relief.[1] Inhalation studies in humans have demonstrated mood-lifting and antidepressant-like effects compared to placebo.[2]
- Also Known As
- Clary
- Family
- Herbal
- Perfumery Note
- Middle
- Intensity
- Medium
- Extraction
- Steam Distillation
- Plant Parts
- Flowering tops, Leaves
- Origins
- France, Bulgaria, Russia
- Effect
- Balancing, Calming & Relaxing
- Aroma
- Herbal, Earthy, Sweet
- Applications
- Aromatherapy, Massage, Skincare, Medicinal, Perfumery
- Price
- $$$$A biennial plant that requires two years to mature; yields are moderate but reliable
References
- [1]Pain relief assessment by aromatic essential oil massage on outpatients with primary dysmenorrhea: a randomized, double-blind clinical trial — Han SH et al. J Obstet Gynaecol Res, 2012
- [2]Clary Sage Essential Oil and Its Effect on Human Mood and Mood-Related Brain Activity — Sousa RJ et al. Appl Sci, 2020