Melissa Essential Oil

Description

Lemon balm essential oil is extracted from Melissa Officinale (Melissa Officinalis) which takes its name from the homonymous Greek nymph who according to mythology invented beekeeping.
Paracelsus called it the "Elixir of Life" and it is one of the first medicinal plants known in history.

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Aromatherapists recommend Melissa for insect bites, and to help resolve some skin problems.

On some aromatherapy manuals, Melissa is suggested to relieve asthma, bronchitis and chronic cough.

Traditionally Melissa was used in case of digestive problems, colic and nausea.

The psycho-aromatic effect attributed to Melissa in subtle aromatherapy is to appease anxieties, restore joie de vivre, soothe insomnia and tension.

Melissa Essential Oil is generally non-toxic, its herbaceous and sweet taste makes it a very good option for your dishes in the kitchen, try it instead of Mint.