Melissa officinalis, also known as lemon balm oil, received the name “Melissa” because of its sweet, fresh, citrus-like fragrance. Which was known to attract bees (Melissa is the Greek word for “honey bee”). As one the rarest and most expensive oils, Melissa has a wide range of benefits and uses. Melissa had many amazing benefits such as a positive effect on mood, Melissa has long been used to help calm feelings of tension and nervousness when applied topically.
What is Melissa Essential Oil?
Rich and lemony with a pale-yellow coloring. Melissa oil is a pleasantly bright remedy that is considered a rare addition to the aromatherapy world.
Extracted via steam distillation from the leaves of the plant and white flowers of the melissa, native to Europe and Asia.
Identifiable by the botanical name Melissa officinalis L.. Melissa oil is so rare because it is produced from a seasonal plant that tends to produce a much lower yield than other crops. This scarcity contributes to its expense.
The nickname lemon balm comes as a result of the oil’s extensive use in all sorts of balms, providing them with their sweet and herbaceous aromas.
How to use Melissa oil?
You can use Melissa oil for Diffusion: Use three to four drops in the diffuser of your choice.
Internal use: Dilute one drop of Melissa essential oil in 4 fl. oz. of liquid.
Topical use: Apply one to two drops to desired area. Then dilute with a carrier oil such as Fractionated Coconut Oil to minimize any skin sensitivity.
Melissa Essential Oil Uses and Benefits
Immune support
- One of Melissa oil’s most prominent health benefits is that it may help support a healthy immune system. By obtain this powerful bodily assistance, dilute one drop of Melissa essential oil into 4 fl. oz. of liquid and drink.* You can also take Melissa essential oil internally by putting Melissa oil into a veggie capsule and ingesting it like a dietary supplement. Make sure that the essential oil products that you are using are pure to take internally.
- Two of the main chemical constituents of Melissa essential oil are geranial and neral. These two chemicals contain soothing properties that make this essential oil a perfect oil to promote relaxation. For optimal relaxation, apply Melissa oil topically to effected area. Or put a few drops of Melissa oil into a diffuser.
- For possible support your body’s immune system. Go ahead and place one to two drops of Melissa essential oil under the tongue or on the roof of the mouth and then swallow.* Directly placing an appropriate quantity of Melissa essential oil into your mouth is an easy and quick way to receive the internal benefits of Melissa oil.* Melissa may have antiviral effects, antifungal and antibacterial properties.
- Don’t let nerves ruin your big moment. Prior to a nerve-wracking speech, presentation, or performance; apply one to two drops of Melissa essential oil to the palms of your hands and cup your hands over your nose and inhale. This oil is great for calming tension and nerves and will prove to be a powerful aid during those anxious occasions and help with feelings of peace. Try this calming balm. Combine six drops of Melissa, ten drops of Geranium and ten drops of Lavender with an unscented lotion. Or massage onto the back of the neck and lower spine for a sense of calm.
Calming Benefits
- Give your skin an invigorating boost by applying Melissa essential oil. Add Melissa oil to your moisturizer or to a spray bottle with water and spritz your face. This simple essential oil addition will give your skin a rejuvenated feeling and will help refresh the mind.
- After a long day, let your mind and body relax and unwind with a little help from Melissa essential oil. For relieving results, rub Melissa oil on your forehead, shoulders, or chest. Applying Melissa essential oil will help lessen feelings of stress and promote emotional well-being.
- One of the most important things you can do to support your body’s health is to get a full night’s sleep. Aside from nutrition, sleep is the fuel that gives your body the strength to work and play. Also to help create a relaxing environment that encourages a restful night’s sleep, diffuse Melissa oil in your diffuser before going to bed.
- Don’t let nerves ruin your big moment. Before a nerve-wracking speech, presentation, or performance; apply one to two drops of Melissa essential oil to the palms of your hands and cup your hands over your nose and inhale. Melissa oil is great for calming tension and nerves and will prove to be a powerful aid during those anxious occasions and help with feelings of peace. Try this calming balm. Combine six drops of Melissa, ten drops of Geranium and ten drops of Lavender with an unscented lotion. Or massage onto the back of the neck and lower spine for a sense of calm.
Oils that Blend Well with Melissa Oil
Melissa essential oil blends well with citrus oils as well as On Guard, Geranium, Lavender, Rose, Basil, and Frankincense essential oils for diffusion.
Cautions
Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, have any medical condition, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
After reading about the benefits of Melissa Essential Oil and want to know the best pulse points to apply Melissa then check out this previous post. Comment below on your favorite way to use Melissa essential oil.
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Shirlene RN BSN
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