Melissa (Lemon Balm) Organic Essential Oil, 2ml

Latin: Melissa Officinalis
Plant part: Flowery
Origin: France
Plant family: Lamiaceae

• Antibacterial - kills bacterial growth or prevents bacteria from growing
• Antidepressant - lifts the symptoms of depression such as low moods and sadness
• Antifungal - prevents or kills fungus growth
• Antiseptic - prevents or combats bacterial infection
• Antiviral - kills or inhibits the growth of viruses
• Calmative - sedative calming effect
• Depurative - cleanses and removes impurities and toxins from the blood; purifies the blood
• Insect repellent
• Nervine - strengthens and tones the nerves and the nervous system
• Antispasmodic - prevents or relieves spasms
• Digestive - improves the function of the stomach, increases appetite, and helps with digestion

🌿 Migraine Relief - Calming Comfort
How to use Melissa essential oil against migraine?

Topical Application: Dilute 2–3 drops of Melissa essential oil in 10 ml of a carrier oil (such as jojoba or sweet almond oil).

Massage: Gently massage the mixture onto your temples and the back of your neck.

Benefit: Helps relieve headaches, especially those linked to stress or tension.

🌿 Herpes Relief - Dermatological Radiance
How to use Melissa essential oil in case of herpes?

Topical Application: Dilute 2 drops of Melissa essential oil in 10 ml of a carrier oil.

Application: Apply directly to the affected area (such as fever blisters or labial herpes) using a clean cotton swab.

Benefit: Its antiviral properties help soothe and support healing of skin irritations.

🌿 Insomnia Support - Serenity & Rest
How to use Melissa essential oil in case of insomnia?

Diffusion: Add 5–6 drops to a diffuser and let it disperse in your bedroom 30 minutes before bedtime.

Topical Application: Dilute and apply a small amount to your wrists or chest.

Benefit: Encourages deep, restorative sleep by promoting relaxation.

🌿 Overwork Relief - Serenity & Rest
How to use Melissa essential oil against intellectual fatigue and overwork?

Inhalation: Add 2–3 drops to a bowl of hot water, cover your head with a towel, and inhale deeply.

Diffusion: Use 5–6 drops in a diffuser during work breaks.

Benefit: Eases mental fatigue and promotes relaxation.

🌿 Nausea Relief - Digestive Balance
How to use Melissa essential oil to soothe nausea?

Inhalation: Add 1–2 drops to a handkerchief and inhale gently.

Topical Application: Dilute and apply to the stomach area for relief from motion sickness or digestive discomfort.

Benefit: Calms the stomach and eases nausea, particularly during travel.

🌿 Digestive Aid - Digestive Balance
How to use Melissa essential oil for difficult digestion?

Topical Application: Dilute 2–3 drops in 10 ml of carrier oil and massage onto the abdomen in a clockwise motion.

Diffusion: Use during meals to aid digestion.

Benefit: Stimulates and supports healthy digestion with its carminative properties.

🌿 Menopause Support - Hormonal Balance
How to use Melissa essential oil to soothe symptoms of menopause?

Diffusion: Add 5–6 drops to a diffuser to create a calming environment.

Topical Application: Dilute and apply to pulse points or the back of the neck.

Benefit: Alleviates symptoms like hot flashes and promotes emotional balance.

🌿 Meditation Aid - Spiritual Awakening
How to use Melissa essential oil for meditation?

Diffusion: Add 5–6 drops to your diffuser to create a calming, focused atmosphere.

Benefit: Encourages mental clarity and spiritual relaxation, enhancing the meditation experience.

🌿 Allergies - Respiratory & Skin Support
How to use Melissa essential oil for allergies?

Topical Application: Dilute 3 drops with 1 teaspoon of carrier oil and massage into the feet.

Benefit: Provides relief from skin or respiratory allergies.

🌿 Bacterial Infection - Natural Healing
How to use Melissa essential oil for bacterial infections?

Topical Application: Mix 2 drops with 1 teaspoon of coconut oil and apply gently over the affected area twice per day.

Benefit: Helps combat infection and supports natural healing.

🌿 Bronchitis - Respiratory Relief
How to use Melissa essential oil for bronchitis?

Inhalation: Add 2 drops to steam inhalation.

Topical Application: Mix 2 drops with 1 teaspoon of carrier oil and massage into the chest area.

Benefit: Eases coughing and promotes clearer breathing.

🌿 Colds & Flu - Immune Support
How to use Melissa essential oil for colds & flu?

Inhalation: Add 2 drops to steam inhalation or diffuse in the room.

Topical Application: Mix 3 drops with 1 teaspoon of carrier oil and massage into the chest area.

Benefit: Helps relieve congestion and promotes recovery.

If this oil or blend is safe to Diffuse, it will be checked for Dog, Cat, or both underneath:

• Dogs

General Guidelines for Diffusing Around Pets:

1. Diffusion Time: Limit diffusing sessions to 15-20 minutes.
2. When trying a new essential oil, use 1-2 drops (in the diffuser) and observe how your dog or cat reacts.
3. Ventilation: Keep the area well-ventilated.
4. Observation: Always monitor pets for any signs of distress when diffusing essential oils.

Esseciagua’s Organic Melissa (Lemon Balm) Essential Oil is a premium, certified product offering full traceability from plant to bottle.

Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis), whose name evokes sweetness and honey, has long been cherished as one of Europe’s finest nectar-rich plants. Thriving in southern European gardens and hillsides up to 1000 meters in altitude, this aromatic herb forms soft green clusters that gently perfume the air.

Historically valued for its soothing effects, lemon balm was used as early as the 10th century by Arab healers to ease melancholy. It later found its way into the legendary herbal liqueurs Chartreuse and Eau de Mélisse des Carmes, both celebrated for their tonic qualities.

This plant is especially revered for its digestive support and calming properties. It reaches its peak potency at the end of summer, when the essential oil content is at its highest after months of sunshine.

- AB France certified
- 100% Natural Artisanal Product
- Certified Organic
- Not tested on animals
- With guaranteed traceability
- No chemical additives
- Food Grade Essential Oil

• Aging skin
• Blemished skin
• Dry skin
• Normal skin
• Sensitive

✔ Sensitive skin → Melissa essential oil is known for its exceptionally calming, anti-inflammatory, and soothing effects, making it great for delicate or redness-prone skin (but always well diluted, as it’s a potent oil).

✔ Dry skin → Provides mild hydrating and softening support, especially when blended into nourishing carrier oils or creams.

✔ Normal skin → Works beautifully in small amounts as part of a balancing, protective blend to maintain skin vitality and clarity.

✔ Blemished / Acne-prone skin → Thanks to its antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory properties, it can help reduce breakouts and calm irritated skin — but should always be diluted carefully.

✔ Mature / Aging skin → Offers antioxidant, toning, and regenerative benefits, helping to firm and rejuvenate the skin, making it valuable in anti-aging blends.

⚠ Use With Caution
✖ Oily skin → While it has purifying and balancing effects, Melissa essential oil is not strongly astringent or sebum-regulating, so it’s not the top choice for targeting heavy oil production — but it can still support calming inflammation in oily/acne-prone skin.

✖ Very sensitive or allergy-prone skin → Melissa essential oil is highly concentrated and potentially sensitizing; it must always be well diluted and patch-tested before use, especially on delicate or reactive skin.

• Eczema
• Infections
• Insect bites & stings
• Insect repellents

• Detox
• Fungal infections
• Headaches & Migraines
• Herpes
• Viral infections
• Immune system

• Alzheimers
• Anxiety & nervousness
• Depression
• Sleep disorders, Insomnia
• Fatigue
• Stress

• Asthma
• Bronchitis
• Coughing
• Colds & Flu
• Hay fever
• Sore throat

• Indigestion, heartburn
• Nausea
• Stomach cramps
• Diarrhea
• IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
• Relieve gas
• Stomach ache
• Motion sickness
• Vomiting

• Insomnia
• Hard to fall a sleep
• Wakes up in the middle of the night

• Menopause
• PMS (premenstrual syndrome)
• Menstrual cramps
• Irregular or missing bleeding
• Hot flashes

Melissa essential oil pairs beautifully with the following oils:

Bergamot: The fresh, citrusy scent of bergamot complements Melissa’s sweet, lemony aroma, enhancing mood-lifting and stress-relieving effects.

Chamomile Roman: Both oils share calming, soothing properties, making this blend ideal for promoting relaxation, emotional balance, and easing tension.

Clary Sage: The earthy, herbaceous scent of clary sage blends well with Melissa’s citrusy notes, enhancing calming and balancing effects, particularly for stress and hormonal support.

Frankincense: When combined, these oils create a deep, grounding aroma that enhances relaxation, meditation, and spiritual practices.

Geranium: This floral, sweet oil pairs well with Melissa to support skin health, emotional balance, and stress relief, providing a nurturing and uplifting experience.

Myrtle: The refreshing, herbal scent of myrtle enhances Melissa’s calming and respiratory-supporting qualities, promoting clearer breathing and relaxation.

Rose Otto: The luxurious, floral aroma of rose otto complements Melissa’s sweetness, creating a soothing and harmonizing blend perfect for emotional healing and skincare.

Rosewood: Its warm, woody scent pairs well with Melissa for promoting emotional balance, relaxation, and a sense of well-being.

Sandalwood: Blending sandalwood with Melissa creates a rich, grounding aroma ideal for relaxation, meditation, and enhancing mental clarity.

Spikenard: This earthy, musky oil enhances Melissa’s calming properties, providing deep relaxation and emotional grounding.

Tangerine: The bright, citrusy aroma of tangerine blends beautifully with Melissa, offering a refreshing, mood-lifting, and stress-relieving combination.

Valerian: Known for its deeply calming properties, valerian pairs well with Melissa to enhance relaxation, sleep support, and stress reduction.

Ylang Ylang: The rich, floral scent of ylang ylang enhances Melissa’s calming qualities, promoting relaxation, emotional balance, and uplifting the spirit.

Why They Blend Well:
Melissa’s sweet, lemony, and herbaceous aroma serves as a versatile base that enhances various oils with floral, citrus, woody, and earthy notes. Its calming, uplifting, and emotionally balancing properties complement other oils known for stress relief, emotional healing, and enhancing mental clarity.

- Avoid use if taking multiple medications.
- May cause irritation on sensitive skin; conducting a patch test is recommended.
- Not suitable for use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- Classified as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS).

Store away from heat and light
Packaging: 5ml amber glass bottle with dropper cap

Historical Background of Melissa Essential Oil (Lemon Balm Oil)
Ancient Greece & Rome: The use of Melissa officinalis dates back over 2,000 years. The Greeks and Romans cherished the plant for its medicinal and aromatic qualities. Greek physician Dioscorides mentioned it for its ability to treat scorpion stings and heal wounds. It was also commonly used to uplift the spirit and reduce stress.

Medieval Period: During the Middle Ages, Melissa was highly valued in European herbal medicine. It was cultivated in monastery gardens and commonly used for nervous disorders, anxiety, and insomnia. It became a popular ingredient in various medicinal preparations aimed at promoting longevity and emotional well-being.

Carmelite Water: In the 17th century, Carmelite monks in France created a distilled alcoholic tonic known as “Eau de Melisse des Carmes” (Carmelite Water). It was a famous remedy for headaches, digestive issues, stress, and general malaise. The formula, containing Melissa along with other herbs and spices, was a closely guarded secret but remained popular across Europe.

Traditional Medicine: Melissa essential oil was also used traditionally in Persian and Arabic medicine. Renowned physician Avicenna recommended it for promoting heart health and treating melancholy.

Modern Uses: Today, Melissa essential oil is prized for its calming, antiviral, antispasmodic, and antidepressant properties. It is used in aromatherapy, skincare, emotional balance, and holistic wellness.

Symbolism and Folklore
Throughout history, Melissa has been associated with love, healing, and renewal. The plant's name, Melissa, is derived from the Greek word for “honeybee,” as bees are particularly attracted to its flowers.

In various traditions, it has symbolized comfort, rejuvenation, and protection.

Extraction of Essential Oil
The essential oil is steam-distilled from the leaves and flowering tops of the Melissa officinalis plant.

Melissa oil is considered one of the most precious and expensive essential oils due to the low yield of oil from the plant material.

2ml