Sage (Spanish) (Salvia lavandulifolia) is a herbaceous essential oil with a fresh, herbaceous, camphoraceous aroma and a heart note. Steam distillation from leaf, it is a versatile blending oil that pairs well with Lavender, Rosemary (Camphor ct.), Eucalyptus (Peppermint/Dives). For topical use, keep dilution at or below 12.5%.
Spanish sage (Salvia lavandulifolia) with camphor-cineole profile and low/no thujone. Safer than Dalmatian sage.
Aroma & character
Aroma
Traditional aromatherapy associations
Traditional associations only — not medical claims or evidence of efficacy.
Properties
| Perfumery note | Heart |
| Aroma family | Herbaceous |
| Chemical family | Oxide |
| Material type | Essential oil |
| Extraction | Steam distillation |
| Plant part | leaf |
| Origin | Spain |
| Blending factor | 5 |
| Volatility index | 3 |
| Tenacity (hours) | 4.0 |
Safety & dilution
| Max topical dilution | 12.5% |
| Max facial dilution | 4% |
| Pregnancy | Not recommended |
| Nursing | Not recommended |
| Children | Not recommended for young children |
| Cats | Not recommended |
| Dogs | Generally suitable when properly diluted |
Safety flags
Evidence: Traditional.
For education only — not medical or veterinary advice. Essential oils are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Always patch-test and consult a qualified professional before use during pregnancy, on children, with pets, or with a health condition.
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Blends well with
Used in these blends
Frequently asked questions
What does Sage (Spanish) smell like?
Sage (Spanish) has a fresh, herbaceous, camphoraceous, lavender-like aroma, classed as a herbaceous oil with a heart note.
What is the safe dilution for Sage (Spanish)?
For topical use, keep Sage (Spanish) at or below 12.5%, and 4% on facial skin. Always patch-test before wider use.
Is Sage (Spanish) safe to use during pregnancy?
Sage (Spanish) carries a pregnancy caution in our dataset and is not recommended during pregnancy. Consult a qualified healthcare provider before any use.
Is Sage (Spanish) safe to use around children?
Sage (Spanish) is not recommended for young children. Consult a professional before use.
Is Sage (Spanish) safe around pets?
For cats — avoid; not considered safe; dogs — generally lower-risk when well diluted. Diffuse only in ventilated spaces and consult a veterinarian.
What does Sage (Spanish) blend well with?
Sage (Spanish) pairs well with Lavender, Rosemary (Camphor ct.), Eucalyptus (Peppermint/Dives), Clary Sage, Bergamot (FCF).