What it is
Salvia Officinalis Oil is the volatile essential oil obtained by distillation of common sage, Salvia officinalis. It is used in cosmetics primarily for its aromatic, herbaceous scent and as a botanical conditioning component. Because it is a concentrated essential oil, it is typically incorporated at very low levels.
Safety & warnings
As a concentrated essential oil, sage oil contains volatile aromatic constituents that can be irritating or sensitizing to some individuals, so it is used at low levels and may be a concern for those with fragrance sensitivity or reactive skin. It is not a heavy fixed oil and is not associated with comedogenicity, but its fragrance character is the main tolerability consideration.
Origin & sourcing
Natural, the essential oil obtained by steam distillation of the leaves and flowering tops of common sage (Salvia officinalis), an aromatic herb in the mint family.
History
Sage has long been cultivated as a culinary and aromatic herb in the Mediterranean and Europe, and its distilled oil has been used in perfumery and herbal preparations.
Questions everyone asks
What is sage oil?
It is the essential oil distilled from common sage, used in cosmetics for its herbaceous scent and conditioning character.
Is sage oil suitable for sensitive skin?
As a concentrated aromatic essential oil, it may not suit those with fragrance sensitivity or reactive skin and is used only at low levels.