Melissa from Germany, Demeter

About Our DEMETER Melissa Essential Oil From Bavaria

 

The healing properties of Melissa have been well known since the Middle Ages. The oil is a profound sedative, it brightens the mood, strengthens the heart and nervous system and helps with weakness or lack of energy. A drop or two in a glass of warm water – sweetened with a little bit of sugar or honey – will promote much deeper and more restorative sleep. Melissa oil is one of the strongest antiviral agents in aromatherapy and is a proven remedy for herpes. An enchanting oil for followers of alchemy and Paracelsus, who called it “the elixir of life.” A Bio Authentic Original.

Authentic Melissa has been an extremely rare commodity, as the comments of Steffen Arctander illustrate. In his 1961 classic Perfume and Flavor Materials of Natural Origin, he  states:  "It is no surprise that much of the Melissa oil available is a result of conventional adulteration." In his book he warns, "The herb may be distilled with Lemon oil, Spanish so-called Verbena oil, Lemongrass oil, Citronella oil and various mixtures thereof. This process leads to commercial quantities of Melissa oil." He posits that the extremely small yield obtained by the steam distillation explains why he has not seen, throughout his 25 years of research, a genuine and authentic specimen.

Thankfully this has changed today. With the advent of aromatherapy came heightened interest in the healing properties of Melissa. Individuals, who are willing to pay the price for the unadulterated oil, allow distillers to make a living and justify the absurdly low yield. So today there are plots where Melissa is cultivated to distill authentic specimens of the oil. 

The Bavarian Melissa oil we share with you is cultivated and distilled in the agricultural lands north of Munich by our. His farm is Demeter certified, adhering to biodynamic agriculture management practices. It is a radiant example of bioauthenticity.

Therapeutic Properties of Melissa 

 

Antiviral

There is a wide range of western research to support the pharmacological properties of Melissa oil. Melissa counteracts herpes virus episodes, as it is one of the most powerful antivirals in aromatherapy.

Calm & Strength

Melissa officinalis is one of the oldest and still most popular aromatic medicinal plants. Its overall vitalizing effects have been recognized early on by Hildegard von Bingen and in the writings of Paracelsus, and contemporary scientific understanding acknowledges as much. The National Center for Biotechnology Information states that Melissa is used in phytotherapy for the prevention and treatment of nervous disturbances of sleep and gastrointestinal disorders as sedative and antispasmodic medicine. New neuropharmacological investigations showed that ethanol extracts of Melissa also exerted neuroprotective, antioxidant, cyclooxygenase-2 inhibitory, and antinociceptive activities.

Also known as Lemon Balm.

Application: Topical (Diluted), inhalation

Aromatic Notes

Somewhat tart yet sweet, fresh lemony and green-herbaceous aroma with subtle notes of mint and honey. Superior to our Bulgarian version.

Direction For Use

Topical use: apply topically diluted in a carrier oil.

Oral use: dilute 1-2 drops in a glass of water. You can add 1 drop to a tablespoon of olive oil or a piece of bread. You can make your own capsule by adding 1 drop to your desired carrier oil.

Inhalation: diffuse or inhale.

Other uses: in blends, perfumes.

Benefits of Melissa from Bavaria oil: strongly antiviral, balances the nervous system, relaxing.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product does not intend to treat, diagnose, cure, or prevent any disease. If you’re pregnant, breastfeeding, or on any medications, please consult with a qualified health professional before beginning any new herbal products.