Officinal Sage, not to be confused with Clary Sage, is an aromatic and decorative plant very widespread in the Mediterranean scrub. Little used in French cuisine, it is nevertheless known for its health benefits. Its essential oil is now reserved for sale in pharmacies, because of its thujone content, a ketone that is toxic to the nervous system during prolonged use. This is however not the case for hydrosol, whose thujone concentration is much lower, and which therefore presents much less risk! Used for its action on menopause, excessive perspiration or even for oily skin, Officinale Sage hydrosol has many properties! Latin name: Salvia officinalis Distilled part: flowering tops

This article was updated on 09/02/2023
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Who can use it?

Due to the presence of ketones, a hormone-like action but also in the absence of in-depth studies on the hydrosol, it is not recommended for young children, pregnant and breastfeeding women. It is also formally contraindicated in cases of hormone-dependent pathologies and mastoses.

Adults and Teenagers Adults and Teenagers
Children under 6 years old Children under 6 years old
Pregnant & breastfeeding women Pregnant & breastfeeding women
Babies under 3 years old Babies under 3 years old

Main properties

  • estrogen-like :

    officinale Sage hydrosol has a mild estrogenic action. It therefore acts on all female disorders linked to a hormonal deficiency, such as menopause or menstrual cycle disorders. Furthermore, this hydrosol tends to regulate the sweat glands and has a drying action to limit perspiration.

  • anti-inflammatory, anti-infectious :

    the small proportion of eucalyptol in Sage Officinale hydrosol is sufficient to give it anti-inflammatory and anti-infectious properties. Its action is particularly interesting for the oral sphere.

  • digestive :

    officinal Sage hydrosol has an action on hepatic, pancreatic and renal functions. It facilitates digestion, acts on the desire to snack, or even liver and kidney failure. It has a beneficial effect on the intestinal flora.

  • anti-oxidant :

    sage Officinale hydrosol acts on the free radicals responsible for premature aging of the skin. It also has skin regenerating and astringent properties, making it an ideal product for mature skin.

  • skin rebalancing :

    by controlling the skin's sebum production, Officinale Sage hydrosol helps rebalance oily skin. Added to this are its anti-infectious and astringent properties, in order to refine the skin's texture and fight against acne.

To fight against Sweat

Efficiency: ++++

Simple use

From 6 years old.

  • Through the skin, spray areas affected by perspiration.
  • Orally, add 1 teaspoon of hydrosol in a glass of water to drink, twice a day.

Use in synergy

From 6 years old. Through the skin, spray the feet morning and evening with the following mixture, after washing:

  • 50 mL of Witch Hazel hydrosol
  • 50 mL of Peppermint hydrosol
  • 50 mL of Officinal Sage hydrosol
  • 50 mL of Tea Tree hydrosol

Source: Zahalka, JP (2017). Complete dictionary of hydrosols and floral waters: 100 pathologies treated. -: Dolphin.

In case of Hot flashes, Menopause

Efficiency: ++++

Simple use

For adults. Orally, dilute 1 tablespoon of hydrosol in 1 L of water to drink during the day, for around twenty days.

Use in synergy

For adults. Orally, add 2 tablespoons of the following mixture in 1 L of water to drink during the day, for 25 days:

  • 100 mL of Yarrow hydrosol
  • 100 mL of Peppermint hydrosol
  • 100 mL of Rose hydrosol
  • 200 mL of Sage hydrosol

Source: Dalmas, P. (2012). Guide to floral waters and hydrosols. Paris: Ed. Medici.

Against the Acne, Oily skin, Mature skin

Efficiency: +++

Simple use

From 6 years old. Through the skin, spray the hydrosol on the face or use as a lotion.

In case of' Amenorrhea, Painful periods, Dysmenorrhea, Premenstrual syndrome, Irregular periods

Efficiency: +++

Simple use

For adults and teenagers. Orally, dilute 1 tablespoon in 1 L of water to drink during the day, for around twenty days.

Use in synergy

For adults and teenagers. Orally, dilute the following mixture in a glass of pure water, to drink twice a day. Start 1 week before the expected date of your period and continue for its entire duration.

  • 1 teaspoon of Sage Officinale hydrosol
  • 1 teaspoon of Clary Sage hydrosol
  • 1 teaspoon of Geranium hydrosol

Source: Falcon M. (2018). Treatise on scientific and medical aromatherapy: hydrosols. Blood of the Earth.

Against the Excessive appetite

Efficiency: +++

Simple use

From 6 years old. Orally, take 1 teaspoon of hydrosol before each meal.

Use in synergy

From 6 years old. Orally, dilute the following mixture in a glass of pure water, to drink twice a day.

  • 1 teaspoon of Sage Officinale hydrosol
  • 1 teaspoon of Coriander hydrosol

Source: Falcon M. (2018). Treatise on scientific and medical aromatherapy: hydrosols. Blood of the Earth.

To fight against Dull hair, Hair loss

Efficiency: ++

Simple use

From 6 years old. Through the skin, use as a conditioner lotion, or as a spray twice a day. Gently massage the scalp.

Use in synergy

For adults and adolescents. Through the skin, apply this mixture twice a week to wet hair, as a conditioner, then massage. Spray every morning on dry hair.

  • 100 mL of Cedar hydrosol
  • 100 mL of Rosemary hydrosol
  • 100 mL of Nettle hydrosol
  • 100 mL of Officinal Sage hydrosol

Source: Dalmas, P. (2012). Guide to floral waters and hydrosols. Paris: Ed. Medici.

In case of' Canker sore, Gingivitis

Efficiency: +

Simple use

From 6 years old. Orally, make a mouthwash with the hydrosol.

Use in synergy

From 6 years old. Orally, add the following mixture to a glass of water, then gargle 2 to 3 times a day.

  • 1 teaspoon of Sage Officinale hydrosol
  • 1 teaspoon of Noble Laurel hydrosol

Source: Zahalka, JP (2017). Complete dictionary of hydrosols and floral waters: 100 pathologies treated. -: Dolphin.

In case of Dry skin

Efficiency: +

Simple use

For adults and adolescents. Through the skin, sprayed on the entire face, or on the affected area.

Characteristics and composition

Cosmetic features
  • Hair type: oily, hair loss, dull, damaged.
  • Skin type: mature, oily, acne-prone, dull, combination, sensitive.
Main molecules
  • 1,8-cineole (eucalyptol)
  • camphor (borneone)
  • thujone
  • bornyl acetate
Organoleptic characteristics
  • Appearance: mobile liquid
  • Color: colorless to pale yellow
  • Odor: camphorous, resinous, sage.
  • Taste: powerful, bitter, quite strong.
  • PH: 5.0 to 7.0
Botanical characteristics
  • Latin name: Salvia officinalis L.
  • Botanical family: Lamiaceae
  • Distilled part: flowering tops
  • Country of origin: Metropolitan France.

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