Cretan Sage Natural Herbal Tea

The name of the species, Salvia, comes from the Latin verb “salvare”, which means to save lives. The plant has been known since antiquity and our ancestors used it as a panacea (a particular reference has been made by Dioscorides, Aetius, Hippocrates, and Galeno). Sage happens also to be a perfect plant for oily skin, as it has astringent and balancing properties.

Properties:

Anti-seborrheic, Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Astringent, Cleansing, Deodorant, Skin conditioning, Skin protecting, Soothing, Tonic

How to use:

Preparation: Add 1 tablespoon of leaves in water (about a cup) and simmer for 3′. Turn off the heat and steep it for 5 more minutes to extract the properties and herbaceous aroma. Strain in a clean spray container and let it cool. Store in the fridge. Use the brewed tea within a few days.

• Use it as body and hair lotion to treat an oily scalp Spray your damp hair, and let it sink in for 5′. Rinsing off is optional.
• Use it as a moisturizing face mist against oily skin after cleaning your face, before moisturizing.
• Use it as a toner by applying the tea to your skin using a reusable cotton/bamboo pad in the morning.

These ways are all effective for adding moisture and nutrients to your hair and skin while balancing excess sebum production.

Ethos and materials:

100% Salvia fruticosa dried whole leaves. Organically grown and responsibly hand-harvested by To Fillo local farmers, you can be certain that your herbal tea is sustainably sourced. Caffeine-free.

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