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Melissa Hydrosol
Commonly known as:
Melissa Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Water (I.N.C.I.), Melissa Water, Lemon Balm, Bee Pepper.
Botanical name:
Melissa officinalis.
Extraction process:
Distillation by steam stripping.
Family:
Lamiaceae.
Part of the plant extracted:
Leaves and flowering tops.
Location:
Southern Europe, North America, Western Asia.
Flowering:
From June to September.
Provenance, origin:
France.
Phytochemical composition:
Neral, geranial, geraniol, nerol, geranic acid, phenolic acids (rosmarinic, caffeic and chlorogenic acids), triterpenes (ursolic, oleanolic and hydroxyoleanolic acids), flavonoids (luteolin, quercetol).
Sensorial properties:
Appearance: Clear, mobile liquid; Colour: Colourless to light yellow; Odour: Characteristic, lemony.
Physical characteristics:
Density = 0.990 - 1.010; Refractive Index: 1.330 - 1.340.
Benefits:
Soothing, softening, regenerating, antioxidant, toning, purifying, anti-inflammatory.
Concerns:
All skin types, particularly dry, sensitive, irritated, blemished, and mature skin; all hair types, especially irritated scalps; suitable for tired eyes.
Details
Usage
Facial Care (mists, masks, cleansing gels, makeup removal creams/lotions, face creams, scrubs, micellar waters, serums); Body Care (shower gels, hand creams, after-sun lotions) ; Hair Care (mists, shampoos) ; Hygiene (toothpastes, deodorants).
Preservation Method
Store in its original closed packaging, protected from air, light and heat, at room temperature in a dry place. Keep away from high temperatures and direct sunlight. If you notice a change in appearance or smell, discontinue use of your hydrosol.
Contraindications, Usage Precautions
The hydrosol of lemon balm presents no contraindications. It can be used by pregnant and/or breastfeeding women, as well as children. Avoid contact with the eyes.
Find out more
Bees use the nectar of lemon balm to produce their honey. Hence, the name "lemon balm" comes from the Greek word "melissa" which means "bee". In cosmetics, lemon balm hydrosol is recognised for its purifying and soothing properties; it gently rebalances the skin and reduces the signs of ageing.
