Clary Sage Hydrosol

The sage officinalis originates from the Mediterranean basin. It is an aromatic plant from the Lamiaceae family with blue-green leaves. These leaves are dried and distilled by steam distillation to produce a hydrosol with multiple benefits when applied to the skin.

Also called European tea, sage is an aromatic plant with grey-green leaves that grows mainly in the Provence region. Its hydrolate is antioxidant, toning and purifying. It is suitable for all skin types and particularly for mature, oily and/or dull skin. It can also be used on the hair. Discover here its benefits in capillary application.

In cosmetics, the hydrosol of sage is recognized for its sebum-regulating, anti-perspirant, and antioxidant properties. It is thus recommended for excessive sweating, oily skin, and dull complexions regularly exposed to various aggressions (pollution, cigarette smoke, UV rays...). In this article, we will explore its potential contraindications and dangers.

True sage is a shrub that thrives mainly in the Mediterranean region. It is a sacred plant that has been attributed numerous beneficial properties for centuries. The effects of sage are said to be digestive, astringent, wound healing, tonic, cleansing and anti-depressant. It is even said to banish evil spirits and destructive energies. In facial care, its hydrolate has an antioxidant effect and regulates sebum secretion. It also has a cleansing effect and clears irritated scalp. Learn more about the manufacturing process of sage hydrolate here.

The common sage is different from its cousin, the clary sage. It primarily thrives in the Mediterranean scrubland and on the Adriatic coast. Its hydrosol is renowned for its beneficial effects on menopause, excessive sweating, and the excess sebum that characterizes oily skin. Find in this article the key information to know about this cosmetic ingredient.