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Sage (Salvia officinalis)
Dalmatian Sage is a common traditionally used for many different purposes. In small doses, Sage is a relaxant and in high doses uplifting. Sage is commonly used for colds, flu, bronchitis and catarrh. Diluted into a massage blend, Sageâs Antispasmodic properties make it an excellent oil for inhalation. As it helps to dry mucous, it can also be directly inhaled from the bottled, add few drops onto a hanky for hay fever. Sage is a blood pressure regulator, and is particularly good for balancing the nervous system. Sage and Lavender blended in a massage base oil extremely beneficial in the healing of wounds, scars and scar tissue. Good for congested oily skin, Sage is excellent for acne and can be applied directly onto pimples. Also good for bruised or swollen skin. Dalmatian Sage is safer than any other common sage due to itâs low levels of thujone. Also an excellent conditioner for oil hair. Simply add it to your bottle of conditioner, then put a few drops onto your palms, and rub through your scalp and hair after washing. Sage aids in the relief of pain and is particularly good for rheumatic and arthritic pain. Excellent to use in the last few days of pregnancy, especially in a bath blend with Lavender as it is relaxing and excellent for pain relief. Sageâs antiseptic properties make it a useful oil for mouth infections, ulcers, sore gums and gingivitis.
CAUTIONS: Not to be used in the pregnancy as it is an abortifacient.
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