Add a few drops of clary sage oil to a hot bath before soaking in the water; this can be particularly effective for relaxation and smoothing labor.
Slow-burning, the oil can be a great form of aromatherapy, or simply adding a few drops to a cotton bud and inhaling can be a quick and efficient sedative before bedtime.
Clary sage oil is often recommended for women with menstrual problems and is thought to be particularly effective at relieving PMS.
It also has antibacterial and antifungal properties and can protect against a variety of fungal infections such as athlete’s foot and dysentery as well as healing bacterial infections.