Organic Lemon Balm Essential Oil (Melissa officinalis)

Lemon balm essential oil deeply calms the nervous system, reduces tension , and supports emotional balance during times of stress. Lemon balm has a mild sedative effect at the autonomic level, without drowsiness, promoting calm . It helps with anxiety, restlessness, irritability , and "nervous stomach" symptoms.

Melissa Organic Essential Oil (Melissa officinalis)

Organic, authentic lemon balm oil from Greece

Organic, authentic, and pure lemon balm essential oil, obtained through distillation. Sourced from certified organic farms in Greece, this oil is the true essence of lemon balm – unadulterated, pure, with a soothing, fresh, citrus-herbal aroma. Obtained from the aerial parts of the plant using traditional steam distillation, it retains its full natural properties.

Lemon balm oil – also known as lemon balm . Recognized for centuries as a plant with soothing and balancing properties, today it remains one of the most valued oils for the emotions, body, and skin.

Product properties

• Country of origin: Greece
• Plant part: Above-ground parts (mainly leaves and stems)
• Cultivation: Certified organic
• Groups of organic compounds: Aldehydes, esters, sesquiterpenes
• Botanical family: Melissa officinalis
• Extraction method: Steam distillation

Therapeutic properties

• Deeply calming for the nervous system
• Reducing tension and stress
• Supporting emotional balance
• Mildly sedative without drowsiness
• Helpful for anxiety, restlessness and irritability
• Supportive for a "nervous stomach"
• Sleep aids

Fragrance profile

• Aroma: fresh, light, earthy with a hint of citrus
• Fragrance classification: top to middle note
• Appearance: transparent, mobile liquid
• Color: colorless to pale yellow

Chemical profile – dominant ingredients

• 2,6-Octadienal-3,7-dimethyl (Citral) – 38.38%
• Neral – 28.43%
• Trans-beta-caryophyllene – 7.35%
• Nerol – 4.62%
• Humulene epoxide (II) – 1.75%
• Linalool – 1.37%

Note: The high content of citral aldehydes (neral + geranial) makes this oil strongly aromatic and potentially irritating to the skin in higher concentrations.

Application

• Relaxing and calming aromatherapy
• Perfumery and cosmetic compositions (e.g. for tonics and soothing products)
• A therapeutic-grade product – particularly valued for its sleep-promoting and calming effects on the nervous system

Durability and safety

Shelf life: 5 years

Safety and warnings:

• Skin irritation: Lemon balm oil is non-toxic but may cause skin irritation in people with sensitive skin.
• Concentration: It is recommended to use in low concentration (up to 0.9%) for application to the skin, e.g. in massages or aromatherapy baths.
• Children: Do not use in children under 2 years of age.
• Pregnancy: During pregnancy, it is recommended to limit the concentration to a maximum of 0.5% (based on the publication Essential Oil Safety – Tisserand & Young, 2nd ed.), due to the content of citral, which in high doses may affect fetal development
• Drug interactions: When used internally (e.g., as a supplement), it may interfere with the effects of diabetes medications. Consult a doctor or aromatherapist.

Combinations for lemon balm oil

Citrus oils:

• Bergamot, mandarin, sweet orange, grapefruit, lemon, lime

Floral:

• Lavender, Damask rose, neroli, geranium, Roman chamomile, ylang-ylang

Earthy:

• Vetiver, patchouli, orris root, carrot (seed oil), angelica

Wood:

• Sandalwood, Atlantic cedar, palo santo, rosewood, spruce, fir

Party Information

• Production date: June 2023
• Expiration date: June 2028
• Batch number: E1001214

Quality guarantee – GC/MS and GC/FID tests

Vessel essential oils are tested using GC/MS and GC/FID methods, confirming their authenticity, purity and compliance with the natural plant profile.

The analysis utilizes gas chromatography combined with mass spectrometry (GC/MS) in SCAN mode to precisely identify each component. Quantitative composition is determined using GC/FID. This ensures that we offer only natural oils, free from synthetic additives—ideal for professional aromatherapy applications. The distillery specializes in medicinal and aromatic plants (MAP) and complies with ISO 9001/22000 and Organic/COSMOS standards, among others.

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