Family Name: Lamiaceae, mint
Origin: Croatia
Also referred to as Melissa, this fresh, citrus herb was included in Carmelite Water, a popular toilet water used by men and women of culture during medieval Europe. Its properties for skin include: antiseptic, antiviral, cleansing, demulcent, healing, pH balancer and rejuvenating. It is used in treating: acne, dermatitis, eczema, insect bites and rashes. Lemon balm is best for blemished, irritated skin. Its active constituents include: terpenes, which produce relaxing qualities, hydroxycinnamic acid derivatives such as rosmarinic acid, and flavonoids. The leaves have been used as a compress or poultice for boils, shingles, insect bites, in facial steams and toners for blemishes, and as a rejuvenating agent. The diluted essential oil is used topically on herpes lesions. It is also included in perfumes, bath oils and massage oils. Its properties for mind include: appeasing, comforting, soothing and uplifting. Emotional benefits include ease of emotional shock or grief, depression and insomnia.
** Herbal Extract
Main Properties
- PERFORMANCE
- anti-inflammatory
- antioxidant
- antiseptic
- cleansing
- pH balancing
- rejuvenating
- soothing
- PERFORMANCE
- comforting
- uplifting
- FUNCTIONAL
- preservative
Skin Types
Best for blemished, combination, oil-rich and sensitive skin
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