This botanical profile is part of the Star Naturals Herbal Library.
Clary Sage
Salvia sclarea
Historical / Folk Use
Clary sage has long been used in Mediterranean herbal traditions for both culinary and cosmetic preparations. The aromatic flowers and leaves were traditionally distilled into essential oil and infused into herbal oils. Historically, clary sage was appreciated in topical preparations and aromatic blends for its clarifying scent and its role in maintaining balanced, comfortable skin.
Energetics
Traditionally described as:
• Cooling and balancing
• Clarifying and gentle
• Lightly hydrating
• Harmonizing and softly uplifting
• Relaxing and grounding
How Star Naturals
uses this botanical
Clary sage essential oil appears in our face wash and facial salve where fresh herbal clarity and gentle balance are desired. Its soft, slightly floral aroma complements botanical blends crafted to support a clean, refreshed complexion.
Found in these Star Naturals formulations:
Research & Resources
The research summaries below highlight findings from scientific studies on compounds found in this botanical.
They are provided for educational purposes and do not represent claims about the effects of Star Naturals products.
Study 1:
Clary sage essential oil was associated with biochemical and histological changes in experimental models that may be relevant to tissue repair.
Study 2:
Some cosmetic literature associates clary sage essential oil with topical use for skin that is oily or prone to blemishes.