Using White Sage Around the House

Jun 14, 2023 9:15:00 AM | ACHS holistic health blog Using White Sage Essential Oil Around the House

Discover the benefits of White Sage Oil for household cleaning in our latest blog. Learn how to use this essential oil sustainably and safely.

White Sage Oil, also known as “Sacred White Sage" has the world watching, and more research is being done on the benefits of this essential oil. For those of you that are familiar with this essential oil, it is no surprise that its popularity is growing. One of our favorite ways to use essential oils and incorporate them into our daily lives is by using them in our homes.

White Sage oil is an effective cleanser to use around the home. To help inspire you we have put together several ways to make use of this essential oil in your home.

 

Cultural and Sustainability Guidelines

At ACHS we value White Sage's cultural and historical significance. We ensure our organically-grown White Sage essential oil is sourced from a small family-owned Californian farm that grows and distills its crop from its own seeds.  Over-harvesting of wild White Sage not only puts this plant at risk but disregards its cultural and spiritual significance. To show respect for its heritage and support its survival, we encourage cultivating White Sage or buying it from reputable sources, as advised by the California Native Plant Society. We take pride in preserving this sacred plant's cultural importance and invite you to join us in our efforts.

 

White sage cleaner recipe. 7 mL White Sage oil 120 mL White Vinegar Instructions: Add White Sage oil and White Vinegar to an empty spray bottle for use as a cleaner. It is a practical spot and stain remover that will dissolve the sticky tape remnants on furniture, floors, and appliances. Caution: Be aware that it can lift the varnish and finish from wood furniture, so use it carefully.

 

Household Cleaning Recipes

Dishcloth disinfectant: Soak cloths in a bowl of boiling water with one drop of white sage oil.

Sanitizer: It can be used to fumigate rooms or to sterilize toilets and bathing areas. Add 7 mL of white sage oil to 120 mL of white vinegar.

Floor cleaner: Add three teaspoons of white sage oil to a bucket of boiling water to scrub floors.

Toilet deodorizer: Place two drops of white sage oil in the inner cardboard tube in a roll of toilet paper.

Cleaner: It’s a practical spot and stain remover that will dissolve the sticky tape remnants on furniture, floors, and appliances. Be aware that it can lift the varnish and finish from wood furniture, so use it carefully. Add 7 mL of white sage oil to 120 mL of white vinegar for use as a cleaner.

Shoe deodorizer: Impregnate blotting paper with white sage oil and leave it in athletic shoes overnight.

Trash cans: Add one drop of white sage oil directly into the trashcan or wash the can using three drops in hot water.

Insect repellant: Diffuse around the home to control flying insects.

Air freshener: The strong, pleasant scent of White Sage essential oil makes it a great natural air freshener. It can be diffused in a room to eliminate odors and provide a fresh, clean scent.

Quality Promise:

Because White Sage oil is considered "At Risk" on the United Plant Savers list, the Apothecary Shoppe will only buy White Sage from sustainably cultivated farms. What else do we look for? Our White Sage oil is organically cultivated and pesticide free.

 

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Safety Guidelines Regarding the Use of White Sage

As a general safety precaution, always take great care when using essential oils that have more than 10% 1,8 cineole. Essential oil of white sage contains 1,8 cineole ranging from 24.6 to 71.7%. Note 1,8 cineole is also called eucalyptol or cajuputol. Children are susceptible to 1,8 cineole. Always check the percentage of 1,8 cineole in essential oils. If 1,8 cineole is above 10%, note the following safety precautions:

  • Do not apply full strength to the face, eyes, or nose.
  • Avoid diffusion for longer than 15 minutes in a well-ventilated room for children under 10 years of age.
  • Do not apply, even diluted, to the face or nose of infants or children under 10 years of age.

ACHS.edu Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to treat, diagnose, cure, or prevent disease. The FDA has no reviewed this article. Always consult with your primary care physician or naturopathic doctor before making any significant changes to your health and wellness routine.

 

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In this micro-credential, you will learn about White Sage essential oil. This course discusses the benefits, safe and effective uses, and cultural and historical significance of white sage.

This course also covers important sustainability issues with white sage and why using only cultivated sources is essential to the future of this plant. By completing this course, you will be to advance the sustainable use of white sage in the herbal medicine and aromatherapy industry. 

This micro-credential is divided into modules and is designed to take approximately 5 hours to complete.

Bonus Practical: Shop cultivated, organically grown, pesticide-free white sage essential oil online here to accompany this course. Use code WHITESAGE20 to save 20%.

Upon completion of this course, you will receive a micro-credential certificate and verified digital badge you can add to your resume or LinkedIn profile to showcase your expertise and knowledge of White Sage Essential Oil. Enjoy your learning journey!

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Dorene Petersen, ACHS Founding President

Written By: Dorene Petersen, ACHS Founding President

Founding President Dorene Petersen holds a BA in Archaeology and Anthropology from Otago University, New Zealand, a Diploma in Natural Therapeutics from the South Pacific College of Natural Therapies in Auckland, New Zealand, and completed specialized training in Chinese herbal medicine and moxibustion. She has also completed part one of the Advanced International Training Program in essential oils at Purdue University. In addition to her work as Founding President of the College, Dorene teaches courses for ACHS and leads the ACHS study abroad programs to Greece, India, and Indonesia, which explore holistic health, holistic nutrition, and therapeutic aromatherapy and distillation, among other topics.