White Sage

Salvia apiana

Middle (heart) note Herbal Woody Essential oil

Sharp, camphor-herbal and resinous with a dry woody edge. It's like crushed smudge-bundle leaves but greener, almost eucalyptus-like.

Made from: Steam-distilled from the leaves of white sage, a shrub of southern California and Baja California.
Strength: ●●●●○
Cost: Pricey
Moods: Clean Grounding Calming
Seasons: Autumn, Summer
Rooms: Living room, Entryway, Bedroom

Blend with it

No special cautions at normal use. It is camphor-rich, so keep it moderate.

How it behaves

CandlesGood

Much 'white sage' sold for candles is a fragrance oil or a blend. If you want true Salvia apiana oil, check the supplier's listing for the botanical name.

Wax meltsGood

Reed diffuserGood

Room & linen sprayGreat

A popular 'clearing' spray base with cedarwood or palo santo.

Electric (water) diffuserGood

Cold-process soapGood

Melt-and-pour soapGood

Laundry & cleaningWorkable