Melissa Essential Oil

Pure, Therapeutic Quality Melissa Essential Oil has a soothing, uplifting effect on the mind and body.

Botanical Name: Melissa officinalis
Origin: Serbia
Family: Lamiaceae (Labiatae)
Aroma: Lemony, floral
Perfume Note: Top
Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled
Source: Flowering tops, leaves, and stems
Main Chemical Components: neral, geranial, beta-caryophyllene, citronellal
Blends Well With: Roman Chamomile, Rose Otto, Neroli, Petitgrain, Geranium, and Frankincense essential oils

Description and Uses:

Melissa Essential Oil (Melissa officinalis), also known as Lemon Balm, is a cherished essential oil with a bright lemony-floral aroma and a reputation for supporting emotional steadiness and uplift. This is pure, undiluted Melissa oil (we also offer a 5% solution for those who prefer a more economical option).

In aromatherapy, Melissa is loved for its ability to feel both soothing and gently uplifting—a comforting oil that helps calm the nervous system while lifting the spirit. It has long been used in traditional aromatherapy routines to support anxiety relief, emotional balance, and a lighter, more hopeful state of mind.

Melissa is one of the most precious essential oils, and its price reflects the extraordinary amount of plant material required to produce it. It takes approximately 300 pounds of fresh Lemon Balm to yield just 10ml of essential oil—making it a rare and highly concentrated botanical treasure.

Melissa blends beautifully with other emotional-support and heart-centered oils like Neroli, Rose, and Roman Chamomile, as well as grounding resins such as Frankincense.

Traditional Uses: emotional support, calming and uplifting diffuser blends, stress and anxiety routines, perfumery top note, gentle “heart-lift” aromatherapy.

Ways to Use Melissa Essential Oil:

Diffusion (Emotional Uplift)

Diffuse 1–3 drops (a little goes a long way) to create a calm, bright, reassuring atmosphere.

Bath Ritual (Use Sparingly)

Use only a few drops, properly dispersed in a carrier oil or bath gel before adding to water.

Skincare Blends (Dilute Well)

Blend into a carrier oil at a very low dilution for gentle aromatic skincare support.

Cautions:

For external use only. Always dilute properly before applying to skin. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes. Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use Melissa essential oil on the skin in direct sunlight. Dilute well, and use only a few drops in a bath, as it may cause skin irritation. Perform a patch test prior to topical use, especially for sensitive skin. If pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your healthcare professional before use.