Black Sage - Salvia mellifera

Botanical Name - Black Sage - Salvia mellifera. Plant Origin - Brazil. Oil taken from - Leaves of Herb. Extraction Method - Steam distillation. Aroma Description - A strong and bold green & earthy aroma with warm and woody undertones. Traditional uses for Black Sage Essential Oil include - Black Sage is an unusual and rare Essential Oil that Mantra Aromatherapy are pleased to offer for retail - it is also known as Mugwort or Dream Sage. Black Sage is a bold Essential Oil that is rich in terpenes and phenolic compounds, which contribute to its antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant qualities. It promotes mental clarity, reduces stress and uplifts the mood, making it useful to support cognitive and emotional function. It has analgesic and anti spasmolytic properties, which when used with hands on Aromatherapy Massage increases muscle relaxation, eases cramps and improves circulation. When burnt it can help open the airways to assist with respiratory discomfort. Used in skin care preparations Black Sage has an astringent and tonic effect, which helps revitalize the scalp, reduce dandruff and improve the overall skin tone. A powerful herb used for smudging, known for its cleansing properties and ability to enhance spiritual awareness. Black Sage is helps to dispel negative energy and purify spaces. It is commonly used in spiritual practices to create a positive environments. It is believed to enhance intuition and spiritual awareness, making it a popular choice for ritual involving divination, lucid dreaming and shamanic journeying. A few drops of Black Sage can also be dripped onto a tissue and placed under a pillow to promote vivid dreams and spiritual connections during sleep. As it is such a strong Essential Oil it should always be used with caution, especially when around children, pets, pregnancy and the elderly. Black Sage blends well with - Lavender, Cypress, Rosemary, Ginger and Lemon Essential Oils amongst many others. Mantra Aromatherapy's Black Sage Essential Oil is - A pure and neat Essential Oil that has not been blended/adulterated or diluted in any way. It is a Vegan product that is cruelty free. Is presented for retail in a pharmaceutical grade brown glass bottle with a tamper proof cap and its own dripper insert for ease of use. Each product purchased is freshly decanted from verified stock in the Uk in Wales. Mantra Aromatherapy's Black Sage Essential Oil is a Therapeutic Grade product and can be used as part of a Holistic treatment. Product Safety - Always store pure Essential Oils/Absolute Oils in brown glass bottles in an upright position with their cap firmly secured in place. To maximise the shelf life of any Essential Oil/Absolute Oil it should be stored out of direct sunlight, in a cool, dry environment. - A medicine cabinet is ideal! Essential Oils/Absolute Oils should never be - taken internally, put on the skin without being correctly diluted first. never be put in or near the eyes nor put on areas of damaged or inflamed skin. they should be stored away from children and used with caution around babies, small children and pets. care and Medical advice should be taken before using Essential Oils/Absolute Oils if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or if you have a medical condition. Always patch test before using any new Essential Oil/Absolute Oil. Please note - important information - Disclaimer for Mantra Aromatherapy's Essential Oils, Absolute Oils and Products - The section on the Traditional Uses of Essential Oils/Absolute Oils is just that - what each Essential Oil/Absolute Oil has been used for Traditionally by generations of users. Mantra Aromatherapy are not making any medical claims for the uses of any of the Essential Oils/Absolute Oils/Products we sell. Essential Oils/Absolute Oils should not be used to treat, cure or prevent any medical condition and they should not be used to substitute mainstream medical treatments. We reflect only what has been written about the reputed traditional uses of each Essential Oil/Absolute Oil to help guide you to a starting point for your own personal requirements, enjoyment and research.