Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Process: Steam Distillation (Hydrosol) Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Family
Lamiaceae (Mint family)
Plant Part
Leaf
Lifeform
Subshrub
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
84082-79-1
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Botanical. Native to Mediterranean. Derived from Salvia officinalis, a Mediterranean perennial herb in the Lamiaceae (mint) family. Produced through steam distillation of leaves, yielding a hydrosol byproduct.
Sage water (hydrosol) has been used for centuries as a skin tonic in European and Mediterranean beauty rituals, valued for its astringent and clarifying properties. It was commonly prepared by distillation for facial cleansing and toning.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Oiliness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Caution
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not an Irritant