Melissa (Lemon Balm) Essential Oil | Abbey Essentials
MELISSA (LEMON BALM) ESSENTIAL OIL
Botanical name: Melissa officinalis
WHY CHOOSE ABBEY ESSENTIALS MELISSA OIL?
Harvested in Italy and distilled within hours, our Melissa oil preserves the sharp, floral-lemon character prized in traditional remedies. Small-batch production and rigorous quality checks guarantee a consistently soothing, therapeutic-grade oil.
OVERVIEW
Melissa essential oil offers a bright, floral-citrus aroma. Known as “the female oil,” it may help uplift the mind, relieve PMT symptoms and support emotional balance during times of stress.
NOTES
- Top Note: Crisp lemon-floral opening
- Middle Note: Soft herbal heart
- Base Note: Light green-herb finish
SCENT FAMILY
Citrus · Floral · Herbal
AROMATIC DESCRIPTION
Sharp lemon facets lead into a delicate floral core, finishing on a clean, green-herbaceous base.
THERAPEUTIC PROPERTIES
Soothing · Uplifting · Hormonal support · Stress relief
VOLATILITY & EVAPORATION RATE
Fast evaporation; ideal for top-note prominence and quick mood uplift.
PLANT ORIGIN & PRODUCTION
- Botanical Source: Melissa officinalis
- Grown in: Italy
- Plant Part: Leaves & flowering tops
- Extraction Method: Steam distillation
- Aroma Profile: Floral-lemon, herbal
TRADITION & NATURAL WELLNESS USE
Traditionally used to soothe the mind and support hormonal balance, Melissa oil may help to:
- Ease symptoms of PMT in baths or massage
- Manage feelings of depression and stress
- Attract and comfort the senses
IDEAL FOR
- PMT relief massage blends
- Relaxing bath soaks
- Stress-relief diffuser recipes
- DIY skincare formulations
- Aromatherapy enthusiasts
POPULAR USES
AROMATHERAPY (MOOD & ATMOSPHERE)
Add 3–5 drops to a diffuser or bowl of warm water to uplift and calm the mind.
HOLISTIC & WELLNESS ROUTINES
Blend 2–4 drops with a carrier oil and massage onto lower abdomen or pulse points to ease PMT discomfort. Note: see your product label for dilution guidelines and seek professional advice for health concerns.
DIY BATH CARE
Use 3 drops in a warm bath for soothing relief during the cold or premenstrual tension.
CAUTION
Melissa oil may cause skin irritation—dilute to 1 % in a carrier oil for massage and use only 3 drops per bath. Not recommended for internal use. Consult a healthcare professional if pregnant, breastfeeding or under medical supervision. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
PMT relief · Stress support · Uplifting aroma · Hormonal balance · DIY bath
