Melissa Essential Oil
Melissa officinalis
Product Properties
Country
Bulgaria
Plant Part
Flowers
Cultivation
Certified Organic
Chemical Families
Esters
Sesquiterpenes
Aldehydes
Botanical Families
Lamiaceae
Extraction Method
Steam Distilled
Therapeutic & Aromatic Properties
Therapeutic Properties
Analgesic
Antimicrobial
Antifungal
Anti-inflammatory
Antidepressant
CNS Sedative
Notes
Middle
Aromas
Fresh
Herbaceous
Lemony
Floral
Strong
Rosy
Suggested Uses
Purify - Germs
When co-workers start sniffling, blend a few drops of melissa into lotion for an immune-supporting, germ-reducing hand moisturizer.
Relax - Sleep
Melissaâs relaxing effects can come on slowly. Add a few drops to an inhaler and start using it a few hours before bed.
Relieve - Soreness
Protect an acute, distressing skin issue with a recovery blend of melissa diluted in aloe vera gel.
Safety and Shelf Life
Shelf Life
4 years
Safety & Warnings
Non-toxic, but may cause skin irritation in those with sensitive skin. Use in low dilution (0.9%) when applying to the skin, such as in baths or massage oils. Avoid using on children under 2 years. May interfere with diabetes medication when taken internally. According to Essential Oil Safety by Tisserand and Young (second edition), restrict use to 0.5% maximum on the skin during pregnancy due to citral which could affect fetal development in high topical doses.
GCMS Data
All essential oils at Aromatics International are GC/MS tested. This ensures that we sell oils with the highest possible integrity for therapeutic use. Learn more about GC/MS reports here.
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Browse Melissa Essential Oil Recipes
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Achy Cold Season Lotion
Support the body during cold and flu season.
The Aromatics International Approach
Committed To Purity & Quality
Our products are made with organically-grown plants and distilled with attention to quality at each step of the process
Mindful Sustainability
We consider our impact on the earth at each step of our process
Founded by Aromatherapists
Over 20 years ago Aromatics International was founded to provide the highest therapeutic oils
- MPMelinda P.Verified BuyerHow long have you been using essential oils? 5+ years3 months agoHow long have you been using essential oils? 5+ yearsRated 5 out of 5 starsMelissa
I saved to put this one in my collection!
- CRCatherine R.Verified BuyerHow long have you been using essential oils? 0-2 years8 months agoHow long have you been using essential oils? 0-2 yearsRated 5 out of 5 starsBest Customer service
Highest quality products!
- BABaby A.Verified BuyerHow long have you been using essential oils? 5+ years1 year agoHow long have you been using essential oils? 5+ yearsRated 5 out of 5 starsMelissa
After about a week of regular use for an acute condition, this seems like the quality of oil I am used to, and rely upon. Shipping was efficient and bottle arrived well packaged.
- KBKimberly B.Verified BuyerHow long have you been using essential oils? 2-5 years1 year agoHow long have you been using essential oils? 2-5 yearsRated 5 out of 5 starsReleasing anxiety
Deeply comforting, this oil helped release feelings of anxiety when I used it in a blend recently. It's wonderful for helping to get past negative emotions and uplifting them when needed. Highly recommended!
- DKDonna K.Verified BuyerHow long have you been using essential oils? 5+ years1 year agoHow long have you been using essential oils? 5+ yearsRated 5 out of 5 starsMelissa
This a must have essential oil. I have used it for a few years now. Love it in my sleep blends the most.
