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Melissa, Melissa officinalis
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| Botanical Name |
Melissa officinalis |
| Essence |
Uplifting
Refreshing |
| Function |
Also known as Lemon Balm, this oil is a strong tonic to the
nervous system. Can be helpful for anxiety, panic, vertigo, worry, depression,
nervous tension. Soothing when
experiencing grief, shock, bereavement. Assists in easing high blood
pressure and regulating menstrual cycle. As an antispasmodic, helps
respiratory system with asthma, bronchitis, chronic coughs. Can have a
cooling effect on fevers and ease headaches. |
| Usage |
Place 2-3 drops in hot water for inhalation. Massage -
10 -
15 drops in a 60 ml of carrier oil for a therapeutic massage. |
| Aromatherapy |
relaxing, calming.
antispasmodic, nervine, sedative, tonic, digestive,
antidepressant. |
| Caution |
Use this oil sparingly. |
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