Melissa Leaf Essential Oil
| Images | Product Name | Size | ZIN | Price | Quantity | Add to Cart |
| Melissa (Lemon Balm) Leaf Pure Essential Oil | 0.50 oz | 305439 | $98.20 | |||
| 1.70 oz | 305616 | $217.47 | ||||
| 3.40 oz | 305617 | $455.97 |
(Melissa officinalis)
Plant Family
Lamiaceae (Labiatae).
Synonym
Lemon balm.
Description and Distribution
A bush perennial herb with bright green aromatic leaves, having a height and spread of about 2 feet (60 cm). The plant is native to the Mediterranean, but has become common throughout Europe, parts of Asia, North America and North Africa. Most of the oil is produced in France, Spain, Germany and Russia.
Extraction Method
Steam distillation of the leaves and flowering tops.
Nature of the Oil
A pale yellow liquid. The aroma is light, fresh and distinctly lemony. Its odour effect is uplifting and calming.
Main Constituents
Cital, citronellol, eugenol, geraniol, linalyl acetate.
Properties
Antidepressant, antihistaminic, antispasmodic, bactericidal, carminative, emmenagogic, febrifugal, nervine, sedative, sudorific, uterine, vermifugal.
Aromatherapeutic Support
Allergies (skin and respiratory), cold sores, asthma, coughs, indigestion, nausea, irregular menstrual cycle, insomnia, anxiety, nervous exhaustion and other stress-related concerns.
Blends Well With
Citrus essences, chamomile (Roman), lavender, petitgrain, neroli, geranium, rose. The oil is highly odoriferous, so use sparingly.
Botanical Name: Melissa officinalis
Extraction Method: steam
Plant: leaves
Origin: Egypt
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