What it is
Salvia Officinalis Leaf Water is the water obtained from the distillation or hydration of the leaves of common sage, Salvia officinalis. It is used in cosmetics as part of the water phase, contributing a herbal character along with mild astringent and conditioning effects. Because it is a dilute aqueous fraction, it functions as a supporting botanical rather than a concentrated active.
Safety & warnings
Generally well tolerated at cosmetic use levels. As an aromatic herbal water it may carry trace naturally occurring fragrance constituents, so those sensitive to herbal fragrance materials should take note. It is a water-based ingredient and is not associated with comedogenicity.
Origin & sourcing
Natural, derived from the leaves of common sage (Salvia officinalis), an aromatic herb in the mint family. It is produced as the aqueous fraction accompanying or separated from sage essential oil during distillation.
History
Sage has a long history as a culinary and traditional herb in the Mediterranean and Europe, where its leaves were valued in herbal preparations well before its use in modern cosmetics.
Questions everyone asks
What is sage leaf water?
It is the aqueous distillate of common sage leaves, used as a herbal, conditioning part of the water phase.
How is it different from sage oil?
Leaf water is the dilute water fraction from distillation, whereas sage oil is the concentrated essential oil.