Sage oil (Salvia officinalis) has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine and aromatherapy for emotional and mental well-being, including claims related to mood enhancement and balancing emotions. Historical texts and folk practices often cite sage as a remedy to promote calmness, clarity, and emotional resilience. Traditional herbalism suggests that sage oil can help dispel negative moods, relieve mental fatigue, and support those experiencing emotional sensitivity or instability. These uses are primarily based on anecdotal evidence, cultural beliefs, and interpretations from herbalists rather than robust scientific studies.

Scientific research on sage oil’s effects on emotional sensitivity specifically is limited. Some small studies have investigated the potential anxiolytic (anxiety-reducing) and mood-modulating effects of sage or its aroma, with mixed and generally inconclusive results. While there is some evidence that inhalation of certain essential oils may affect mood or stress responses via olfactory pathways, sage oil itself has not been extensively studied for this purpose. Thus, the primary justification for using sage oil to address emotional sensitivity comes from tradition and historical usage rather than strong scientific validation.