Melissa Oil

Melissa officinalis

Melissa essential oil has a strong, fresh, herbal aroma with lemony notes—which explains its other name, “lemon balm.” Melissa oil is deeply comforting, especially during times of heartbreak or loss. Since ancient times, melissa has also been used to comfort and restore the body. Use it to soothe urgent skin issues, and in topical blends to reduce germs or fungi. Our certified organic melissa essential oil is steam distilled from the bright green, mint-like leaves of herbs nurtured in the Bulgarian countryside. The word “melissa” means “honey-bee”—bees love the plants!
Size

1

Product Properties

Country

Bulgaria

Plant Part

Flowers

Cultivation

Certified Organic

Chemical Families

Esters

Sesquiterpenes

Aldehydes

Botanical Families

Lamiaceae

Extraction Method

Steam Distilled

Therapeutic & Aromatic Properties

Therapeutic Properties

Analgesic

Antimicrobial

Antifungal

Anti-inflammatory

Antidepressant

CNS Sedative

Notes

Middle

Aromas

Fresh

Herbaceous

Lemony

Floral

Strong

Rosy

Suggested Uses

Purify - Germs

When co-workers start sniffling, blend a few drops of melissa into lotion for an immune-supporting, germ-reducing hand moisturizer.

Relax - Sleep

Melissa’s relaxing effects can come on slowly. Add a few drops to an inhaler and start using it a few hours before bed.

Relieve - Soreness

Protect an acute, distressing skin issue with a recovery blend of melissa diluted in aloe vera gel.

Safety and Shelf Life

Shelf Life

4 years

Safety & Warnings

Non-toxic, but may cause skin irritation in those with sensitive skin. Use in low dilution (0.9%) when applying to the skin, such as in baths or massage oils. Avoid using on children under 2 years. May interfere with diabetes medication when taken internally. According to Essential Oil Safety by Tisserand and Young (second edition), restrict use to 0.5% maximum on the skin during pregnancy due to citral which could affect fetal development in high topical doses.

GCMS Data

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Melissa Oil
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Melissa Oil

Cultivation

Certified Organic

Production Date

2022-05-31

Shelf Life

4 years

Aroma Notes

Middle

Country of Origin

Bulgaria

Batch Number

MLS-118

Melissa Oil
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BA
10/30/2023
Baby A.
United States United States

Melissa

After about a week of regular use for an acute condition, this seems like the quality of oil I am used to, and rely upon. Shipping was efficient and bottle arrived well packaged.

  • How long have you been using essential oils? 5+ years
KB
06/26/2023
Kimberly B.
United States United States

Releasing anxiety

Deeply comforting, this oil helped release feelings of anxiety when I used it in a blend recently. It's wonderful for helping to get past negative emotions and uplifting them when needed. Highly recommended!

  • How long have you been using essential oils? 2-5 years
DK
06/10/2023
Donna K.
United States United States

Melissa

This a must have essential oil. I have used it for a few years now. Love it in my sleep blends the most.

  • How long have you been using essential oils? 5+ years
MM
06/10/2023
Marilyn M.
United States United States

Melissa oil

Wonderful oil and has wonderful therapeutic benefits, which are antibacterial, antiviral, antispasmodic and antidepressant properties, has a delicate and lemony aroma that helps promote emotional balance and boosts skin health.

  • How long have you been using essential oils? 2-5 years
PM
06/02/2023
Pam M.
United States United States

Melissa

Have used it in a mix to ease and lessen duration of fever blisters for years. The quality of this oil creates high Value to cost. Grateful to have found Aromatics International.

  • How long have you been using essential oils? 5+ years