Melissa Essential Oil

Botanical Name:  Melissa Officinalis

COMMON NAME-: Lemon balm oil

Main Constituents:
Geranial: 10-45%
Neral: 6-30%
β-caryophyllene: Approx. 30%
Germacrene: 0-20%

Extraction Method: Steam Distillation

Type of Oil: Essential Oil

Plant part used: Leaves and Flowers 

Product Colour: Clear Colourless to Yellow

Product Odour: Lemony, Grassy and Sweet

Country of origin: Kashmir - India

Blends well with: Bergamot, Cedarwood, Geranium, Jasmine, Lavender, Lemon, Marjoram, Neroli, Rose and Ylang-ylang

Shelf life: 2 years

The Melissa herb's white flowers are a favourite of bees; hence, the plant receives its name from the Greek word for “honey bee.” The Melissa officinalis plant is a relative of the Mint family and is native to the Mediterranean Basin and Central Asia. Generally referred to as Lemon Balm, it was thought to give comfort and drive away sadness. This common garden herb is the main ingredient in the popular, centuries-old herbal tonic known as Carmelite Water. Melissa Essential Oil has a very sweet lemony scent which is used in Aromatherapy; to treat Insomnia, Depression, Anxiety, Headache, Stress and increase Cognitive function. It is also used in making soaps, hand washes and Perfumes. It is used in massage therapy for its anti-spasmodic nature and carminative properties, to treat Muscle aches, Digestive issues and increase blood flow. It is added to Perfumes and Deodorants for its calming and refreshing aroma. It is used in making skin treatments for Boils, Pimples, Cuts, Herpes, Ringworm infection, Athlete’s foot, Acne and Allergies. It is added to diffusers to relieve stress, and create a calming environment. It is added to room fresheners and room cleaners as well.

 Benefits: - used for, Anti-acne, Prevents Infections, Faster Healing, Improved Mental Health, Reduced Stress, Anxiety and Insomnia, Nausea and Headache, Reduces Cough and Flu, Digestion Aid, Pain Relief, Pleasant Fragrance