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Anti-inflammatory, calming, sedative, fights against chlorella,
antimicrobial, treats cold sores, blisters, insect bites, eczema.
Melissa was the main ingredient in Carmelite water, distilled in France
since 1611 be Carmelite Monks.
Melissa essential oil has a sweet, fresh,
citrus-like fragrance and is steam distilled from the fresh flowering
tops, leaves and stems of the Melissa officinalis plant
. Melissa,
with its antiviral property can inactivate a virus before it
enters a cell. This is important since a virus needs a
host cell before it can multiply and do its damage in the
body. This makes Melissa very very effective against
the herpes virus
, one application can clear up herpes
simplex.
Melissa was called the �elixir of life� by Avincenna, the ancient Roman
physician. The herb was associated particularly with nervous disorders,
the heart, and emotions. Melissa was used for anxiety, melancholy, and
to strengthen and revive the vital spirit.
Melissa officinalis, also known as lemon balm, received the name �Melissa� because of its sweet, fresh, citrus-
like fragrance, which was known to attract bees
(Melissa is Greek for �honey bee�). As one of our rarest
and most expensive oils, Melissa has a wide range o
f health benefits and uses.
St S Studies
at the Technical University of Munich reported that applications of
Melissa caused a complete remission of Herpes Simplex lesions.
Use
to support recovery from eczema, psoriasis and dermatitis. Melissa can
calm
infli inflammation that contributes to redness, swelling and itchiness,
it stimulates the metabolism and tones and enlivens the skin.
Meli Melissa is sedative, uplifting and deeply calming, and is good for meditation.
M Melissa oil is considered one of the most powerfully medicinal essential oils in all of aromatherapy
Our Melissa EO is steam distilled, it is an absolute.
1/2oz / .15ml
Therapeutic Grade Melissa Officinalis
Utah, Idaho, France
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Additional Info
How To Use: Benefits: Anxiety, colds, cough, fever, headache, indigestion,
insomnia, insect bites, insect repellant, irritability, menstrual pain,
nausea, nervous tension, stomach cramps, stress, tonic. The calming and
sedative effects of this oil may be utilized in a diffuser, or added to
your favorite lotion or bath blend.
Use to support recovery from eczema, psoriasis and dermatitis. Melissa can calm inflammation that contributes to redness, swelling and itchiness.
Diffusing
is a great way to get this healing oil blend into the air.
- Vaporizers
- In vapor therapy, Melissa oil can assist with fighting depression as
well as having a greatly calming effect on the mind, reducing fevers,
easing headaches, and for combating nausea.
- Blended massage oil or in the bath
- As a blended massage oil or used in the bath, Melissa oil can help
with fever, headaches, depression, feeling jittery and stressed-out,
settle upset stomachs and fighting fungal infections.
- Cream or lotion
- Although the high aldehyde content of Melissa oil may cause an
allergic reaction in some individuals, it is useful to fight fungal
infections, checking the blood flow in wounds and in some quarters it is
also used to counteract baldness and hair loss.
Test for sensitivity. Diluting this essential oil in vegetable or carrier oil
before applying to the skin is recommended. The bottom of the feet is
always the safest place to use and test oils, especially on children and
those with known sensitivities or allergies. For your health and safety
always test first! Melissa oil is non-toxic but could cause sensitization and irritation
and should always be used in low dilutions. For this reason it should be
avoided during pregnancy and by people with a very sensitive skin.
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