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Essential Oils

MELISSA/LEMON BALM (MELISSA OFFICINALIS)

		Introduction
		Safety Precuations
		Chamomile, Roman
		Frakincense
		Ylang Ylang
		Cedarwood
		Neroli-Orange-Blossom
		Orange
		Bergamot
		Petitgrain
		Lemon
		Grapefruit
		Myrrh
		Cypress
		Eucalyptus
		Clove
		Fennel
		Jasmine
		Juniper
		Lavender
		Tea Tree
		Cajeput
		Melissa/Lemon Bal
		Peppermint
		Basil
		Marjoram
		Geranium
		Pine
		Black Pepper
		Patchouli
		Rose
		Rosemary
		Clary Sage
		Sandalwood
		Vetiver
		Ginger
		Blending Oils
		Extraction Methods
		Application Methods

Effects: Calming.

Aroma: Middle note.

A bushy herb with pink or white flowers, native to the Mediterranean regions.

Properties:

Antidepressant.
Antispasmodic.
Sedative.

Contra-indications:
May cause skin irritation so always use well-diluted. It is difficult to find pure.

Extraction:
Steam distillation of the leaves and tops.

Uses:

Colds and flu.

Melissa has a beneficial effect on the nervous system and is helpful in stress related conditions.

Scent: Fresh, sweet, herbaceous.

Combines with:

Bergamot.
Geranium.
Eucalyptus.