Appearance: Sage is an annual herb, the height of the plant is generally 30-100 cm. Stems erect, quadrilateral, multibranched, puberulent. Leaves opposite, oblong-elliptic or lanceolate, 3-10 cm long and 1-3 cm wide, apex acuminate, base cuneate, margin obtusely serrate, both sides puberulent, lower mask glandular points, mostly green in color, some varieties with purple or white markings on leaf surface. Inflorescence 2-6 flowers, forming terminal or axillary racemes up to 20 cm long, calyx campanulate, ca. 4 mm long, outer glandularis, inner throat with long white hard hair rings, calyx teeth 5, triangular, subequal; Corolla light red, pale purple, pale blue to white, about 12 mm long, densely pubescent outside, inner surface from the base 1.5-2 mm oblique hair ring, crown cylinder straight, gradually wider upward, crown eaves two-lipped, upper lip elliptic, lower lip 3-lobed, the middle lobe is larger, obcordate, margin with small circular teeth, lateral lobes oval. Small nutty oval, about 1.7 mm long, brown, smooth.
Plant family Genus: Labiaceae Salvia.
Common name: Saxifraga, common sage, garden sage, etc.
Extraction parts: mainly stems, leaves and flowers of the above-ground part, which are rich in active components such as volatile oil and are the main source of sage essential oil extraction.
Extraction method: commonly used steam distillation method. The fresh sage stems, leaves and flowers are put into the distillation equipment, and the volatile essential oil components are taken out by water vapor, and the sage essential oil is obtained through condensation, oil-water separation and other steps. In addition, solvent extraction can also be used, using organic solvents such as petroleum ether, ethanol, etc., to dissolve and extract the active ingredients, but there may be solvent residues.
Main chemical composition: mainly contains volatile oil, including thujone, pinene, cineole, camphor and other components. Also contains flavonoids, phenolic compounds, such as rosmarinic acid, caffeic acid and so on.
Main origin: Native to southern Europe and the Mediterranean coast region, it is now widely cultivated around the world. China is mainly distributed in Zhejiang, southern Anhui, Jiangsu, Jiangxi, Hubei, Fujian, Taiwan, Guangdong, Guangxi and other places.
Aroma: With a fresh, strong herbal notes, aroma with a touch of camphor and spicy smell, giving a warm, calm feeling.
Aroma concentration: The aroma is rich, volatile, and its unique smell can be smelled from a certain distance, especially after the plant is lush or rubbed, the smell is more obvious.
Suitable essential oils:
Lavender essential oil: Combined with sage essential oil, it can relax and relax at the same time, add a fresh herbal breath, which can help relax the body and mind, improve the quality of sleep, and purify the air.
Peppermint essential oil: The combination of the two can enhance the cooling and refreshing effect, and can effectively improve the mental state when you need to concentrate or relieve fatigue.
Tea tree essential oil: With sage essential oil, it can strengthen the antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effect, have a better effect on skin inflammation, acne and other problems, but also can purify the air, prevent respiratory infection.
Lemon essential oil: Mixed with sage essential oil, it creates a fresh, vibrant and unique scent that can be used to lift mood and improve mental state.
Functional characteristics:
Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory: has an inhibitory effect on a variety of bacteria and fungi, can be used to treat skin inflammation, acne, wound infection, etc., but also can purify the air, prevent respiratory infection.
Refreshing: Its unique aroma can stimulate the nervous system, improve attention, relieve fatigue, improve mental state, suitable for use in work and study.
Antioxidant: Rich in phenolic compounds and other components have antioxidant properties, which can remove free radicals in the body and delay aging.
Improve digestion: help to promote gastrointestinal peristalsis, relieve indigestion, bloating and other problems, enhance digestive function.
Common application:
Muscle conditioning: Massage the muscles after diluting sage essential oil, which can promote blood circulation, relieve muscle soreness, stiffness and fatigue, and reduce muscle discomfort after exercise. For example, after strenuous exercise, take 3-5 drops of sage essential oil, add 10ml of base oil (such as sweet almond oil, olive oil), mix thoroughly, apply on sore muscles, gently massage until absorbed.
Immune system: Inhaling the aroma of sage essential oil through aromatherapy can purify the air, enhance the body's immunity, and help resist the invasion of germs. During the flu season, use an indoor aromatherapy machine and add 5-8 drops of sage essential oil to fill the room with aroma.
Nervous system: Smell the aroma of sage essential oil, can refresh the mind, relieve headaches, dizziness and other symptoms, improve mental state. When working or studying, you can drop sage essential oil on a cotton ball and keep it close to you to sniff at any time. A few drops of sage essential oil on the pillow before bed can also help relax the body and mind and promote sleep.
Taboo to use:
For allergic people: Before use, it is necessary to conduct an allergy test on a small area of skin, such as applying a small amount of diluted essential oil on the inside of the wrist, observing for 24 hours, if there is no allergic reaction such as redness, swelling, itching, etc., then normal use. It is not recommended for those allergic to sage.
Pregnant and breastfeeding women: Use with caution, large amounts of use may have an impact on the fetus or baby, if necessary, be sure to use under the guidance of a doctor. Because sage has certain irritants, it may trigger uterine contractions.
People with epilepsy: Avoid using, certain ingredients in sage may induce seizures.
Avoid contact with sensitive parts: Avoid direct contact of essential oil with eyes and mucous membranes. In case of accidental contact, rinse immediately with plenty of water. In case of serious symptoms, seek medical attention in time.
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