Lemon Balm EO

Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) is a lemon-scented herb that comes from the same family as mint, also considered to be a calming oil.

In the Middle Ages it was used to reduce stress and anxiety, promote sleep, improve appetite, and ease pain and discomfort from indigestion, help heal wounds, and treat venomous insect bites and stings. 

The leaves are very deeply wrinkled and range from dark green to yellowish green in color, depending on the soil and climate. If you rub the leaves, your fingers will smell tart and sweet, like lemons. The leaves are similar in shape to mint leaves, and come from the same plant family.

Benefits of Lemon Balm

• May reduce anxiety
• May eliminate stress
• May help treat nausea
• May help decrease Menstrual cramps