Description
- First, the essential oil of Melissa has anti-aging and anti-wrinkle properties.
- It is used in aromatherapy for nervousness, tension, stress, insomnia, infections, fungal infections, eczema, herpes and illnesses.
- Also, it is used as an antidepressant, antiseptic, bactericidal, sedative, hypnotic, antihypertensive, combats irritability while relaxing the mind and benefiting the cardiovascular system.
- Reduce high blood pressure, have a general tonic effect on the heart and regulate rapid breathing.
- Futhermore, it regulates the digestive system, helps in nausea and indigestion.
- Relieves from stress, nervous tension and insomnia.
- At psychological level it is extremely hypnotic and brings optimism.
- In conclusion, melissa’s essential oil is extremely expensive and is not widely used.
- It is usually found in the form of a mixture with other base-like properties, e.g. 5% Melissa oil in 10 ml jojoba oil.