Melissa, also known as lemon balm, is one of the most treasured oils in aromatherapy — a soft, lemony freshness with a distinctly herbal, honeyed character. Steam-distilled from the leaves, it arrives undiluted and single-botanical.
Its rarity comes down to yield: an enormous quantity of lemon balm leaves is needed to produce a small amount of oil, which is reflected in its price compared to other single-botanical oils in the collection.
Many people include melissa in an evening wind-down routine, diffusing it alone or blended with lavender — we describe that tradition honestly rather than making clinical claims about sleep or mood. Diluted into a carrier oil, it's also valued in skincare for its fresh, purifying character.
As with any essential oil, dilute before skin contact and patch test first; those who are pregnant, taking calming medications, or managing a thyroid condition should consult a healthcare provider before use.
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