murphySalvia officinalis (Sage) extract
AKA: Garden sage, Sage Extract
Plant-Derived
Antioxidant
Preservative
Cleanser
Soothing
Astringent
Skin Conditioner
Barrier Support
Extract
Clean
OriginNative to Mediterranean. Salvia officinalis is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region belonging to the Lamiaceae (mint) family. The extract is obtained through solvent extraction of the whole plant material, typically using alcohol or water-based methods.
Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Extract is a cosmetic ingredient used as antidandruff, antimicrobial, antioxidant. Rated low hazard by EWG. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Lamiaceae (Mint family)
Plant Part
Whole Plant
Lifeform
Subshrub
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
8022-56-8 / 84082-79-1
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Oiliness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
Functions
Antidandruff
Antimicrobial
Keeps your product from growing bacteria, mold, or yeast. Without these, that jar of cream becomes a petri dish in about a week.
Antioxidant
Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.
Astringent
Tightens and contracts skin tissue, temporarily shrinking pores and reducing oiliness. That "clean, tight" feeling after toner.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Deodorant
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Skin Protecting
Helps rebuild and strengthen your skin barrier — the invisible shield that keeps moisture in and irritants out. Essential after over-exfoliating or harsh weather.
Soothing
Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation. Your skin's chill pill — great for sensitive, reactive, or post-procedure skin.
Tonic
Nourishing
Protecting
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed3 reviews →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR