Clary sage flower brings a naturally aromatic, herbaceous scent to this formula. This Mediterranean botanical has been treasured in beauty for centuries.
Family
Lamiaceae (Mint family)
Plant Part
Flower
Lifeform
Biennial or perennial
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
84775-83-7
Form
Powder
Plant-Derived
Botanical. Native to Mediterranean. Clary sage flowers are sourced from Salvia sclarea, a Mediterranean herb in the Lamiaceae (mint) family. The flowers are typically steam-distilled or solvent-extracted to obtain the aromatic essential oil and plant compounds.
Used in medieval European herbalism for skin conditions and inflammation. Traditionally employed in folk medicine across Europe as an astringent and for balancing oily skin.