White Sage: Salvia apiana var. typica
Crop: Organically grown and Pesticide Free
Why White Sage?
Also referred to as Sacred White Sage oil, the Apothecary Shoppe’s white sage essential oil is extracted from the cultivated dried leaves and stems using a steam distillation method. Historically used by the Native Americans in central and southern California for healing purposes, today, white sage oil’s popularity has grown and is still used to promote comfort with minor aches and pains associated with daily activities. Diffusing white sage is one of our favorite ways to experience this precious oil. Inhale diffused white sage oil and you may experience a more balanced state of mind, deeper relaxation, and improved mood.
Quality Assured: Our organically grown White sage essential oil is responsibly sourced from the United States. The essential oil is steam distilled from the leaves of the plant. Every batch of oil is produced without the use of genetic engineering, artificial fertilizers, or pesticides. Additionally, our expert aromatherapists here at the Apothecary Shoppe personally assess all of our oils—using touch, taste, smell, and lab analyses—to ensure that your essential oil is suitable for use and entirely free of adulterants.
Independent third-party lab reports including GC/MS and pesticide testing results are available upon request. Please send a request to apothecary@achs.edu. Please include the essential oil name and lot number; results include a comparative analysis with ISO and Pharmacopeia when available.
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Benefits:
The benefits of white sage oil align with several uses to support your optimal health and wellness lifestyle. Are you feeling the minor aches and pains associated with daily activity? This essential oil can promote comfort. Do you need a dose of relaxation in the mind and body? Try diffusing white sage oil for mood-boosting benefits.
Regulatory Status: Salvia apiana var. typica essential oil is not listed on the FDA Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) list.
Oils That Blend Well With White Sage:
- Atlas Cedarwood Oil Cedrus atlantica
- Lavender Oil Lavandula angustifolia
- Lemon Oil Citrus limonum
- Pine Oil Pinus sylvestris
- Rosemary Oil Rosmarinus officinalis
- Thyme Oil Thymus vulgaris
Formulas:
White Sage Bath Soak Recipe
General external use
- 1-3 drops of White Sage Oil Salvia apiana
- 10 ml (1/3 oz) Base Oil of your choosing or Whole Milk
Instructions: Blend 1 to 3 drops with a dispersant such as whole milk or base oil. Fill bath with warm water. Once the bath is full add the entire diluted mixture into the water. Give the mixture a good swish to ensure proper dispersal. This recipe can also be used for a foot or hand soak.
Safe Usage Recommendation Tip: To achieve a safe dilution ratio for a whole-body topical application, white sage oil can be used at 1- 2%
White Sage Roller Bottle Recipe
Topical application use
- 3 drops White Sage Oil Salvia apiana
- 10ml (1/3 oz) Carrier Oil
Instructions: Combine essential oil and carrier oil into glass roller bottle
Safe Usage Recommendation Tip: When using essential oils topically it is always important to test over a 24-hour period in 3 to 4 topical applications to ensure there is no allergic reaction.
Diffusing White Sage Oil
Inhalation use instructions for adults
Instructions: Place essential oil and water into a diffuser. Turn on and enjoy!
Safe Usage Recommendation Tip: When diffusing, don't exceed 30-minute intervals and diffuse in well-ventilated areas. If any adverse reactions occur, discontinue use and consult with a physician.
White Sage Ointment
For topical support
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ teaspoons White Sage Oil Salvia apiana
- 1 pound Anhydrous Lanolin
- ¼ to ½ ounce Beeswax (grated preferred)
Instructions: Melt lanolin in a stainless-steel bowl over a pot of hot water or in a double boiler. Always use a double boiler to heat lanolin and oil. Add the grated beeswax, varying the amount depending on how firm the final ointment needs to be. Check the consistency by dipping a teaspoon into the hot mixture and placing it in the freezer for five minutes. If it is too stiff, add more lanolin or oil; if it is too thin, add more beeswax. The consistency can be affected by humidity. Add the essential oil, then let the mixture cool until it is safe to handle. Then stir and pour the mixture into sterile jars (stirring ensures that the essential oil does not settle on the bottom). Finally, let the mixture cool before putting on the lid.
Substitutions: you may use a stainless steel pot in place of the double boiler as needed.
