clary sage

noun

\ ˈkler-ē-

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Definition of clary sage

: an aromatic mint (Salvia sclarea) of southern Europe that is widely cultivated especially as an ornamental

— called also clary

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Recent Examples on the Web Featured on Shark Tank, this oil is made from a rejuvenating blend of jojoba, grapeseed, tea tree and clary sage seed oil, and has a zesty, citrus-like fragrance that'll last throughout most of the day. — Shayna Murphy, USA TODAY, "45 weird but practical gifts people will actually use," 21 Oct. 2020 This magical energy mist is intoxicating and full of my favorite essential oils, like clary sage and sandalwood. — Mackenzie Wagoner, Vogue, "8 Cult Trainers Share Their Gym Bag Essentials," 17 Jan. 2020 With Vertly's CBD Infused Bath Salts — made with Dead Sea salt and essential oils like lemongrass, clary sage and ginger — the CBD soaks in during a long bath, encouraging calmness and pain relief; at vertlybalm.com. — Maxwell Williams, The Hollywood Reporter, "Gumdrops to Bath Soaks: 6 Luxe and Calming CBD Products to Soothe Nerves," 17 Jan. 2020 The Energizing Mist For starters, The CAPtivator’s scent, a heady mix of sandalwood, neroli, and clary sage topped off with gardenia and lotus florals, is addictive. — Lauren Valenti, Vogue, "How to Turn Your Desk Into the Ultimate Self-Care Station in 2020," 24 Dec. 2019 In addition to the brand's signature oil, the drops are infused with clary sage oil for soothing inflammation, jojoba oil for softening, and grape seed oil for deep hydration. — Vogue, "The Best New Bath Products to Give and Get This Winter," 21 Nov. 2019 For example, the toner is made of water, organic apple cider vinegar, organic witch hazel, organic clary sage oil and organic sandalwood oil. — Los Angeles Times, "Rosacea treatments: 10 creams, lotions and salves that promise to save your skin," 28 Aug. 2019 Yet another fan favorite, this skin-brightening serum is known for its eight active ingredients: vitamin C, vitamin E, konjac root, ferulic acid, hyaluronic acid, grapefruit, chamomile extract, and clary sage. — Leah Prinzivalli, Allure, "Whole Foods' Annual Beauty Week Event Has Arrived and Every Product Is on Sale," 12 Mar. 2019 The Energizing Mist For starter’s, the CAPtivator’s scent, a heady mix of sandalwood, neroli, and clary sage topped off with gardenia and lotus florals, is addictive. — Lauren Valenti, Vogue, "How to Turn Your Desk Into the Ultimate Self-Care Station in 2019," 12 Dec. 2018

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“Clary sage.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/clary%20sage. Accessed 27 Feb. 2021.

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