Lemongrass essential oil (Melissa officinalis) 5ml

Name: Aetheroleum Melissa Officinalis

Appearance of the plant: It is a perennial plant originating from South America, and it is successfully grown on plantations in our geographical area. The leaves or above-ground part of the plant are used for flowering before flowering

Origin: Serbia

Essential oil production process: Steam distillation.

Oil properties: Golden yellow liquid, lighter than water, strong citrus scent.

Usage: Lemongrass essential oil is rich in terpenes and flavonoids, which is why it has a pronounced antimicrobial effect. The presence of aldehydes is responsible for the pronounced antiviral action Due to the presence of geranium and citranal of all essential oils has the most beneficial effect on the CNS, is used for anxiety, depression, and is used in the prevention of Alzheimer’s disease, insomnia, migraines, PMS problems, to improve memory and concentration. Clinical studies have been published that show the hypoglycemic effect of lemon balm in TIP2 diabetes by reducing the peripheral sensitivity of cells to glucose and inhibiting the process of gluconeogenesis in the liver.

Due to its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effect, it is used for various inflammatory processes on the skin, as well as for removing redness.

Method of application: Topically and by inhalation, oral application in small concentrations of 1-2 drops diluted in 12 g of carrier oil or diluted in two teaspoons of honey.

Topical application – Rubbing on parts of the body covered with redness. It can be added to massage oils for relaxation and a pleasant scent. Be sure to dilute in some neutral cold-pressed oil (almond, olive, jojoba…) and 9 drops of lemon balm oil in 30ml of oil.

Use in diffusers: Add 2-4 drops to the aroma diffuser. Inhalation in diffusers achieves the best systemic effect of lemon balm on the whole body with anxiety, headaches, insomnia… Its pleasant citrus scent is an ideal freshener for hot summer days, and citranalal, which contains mosquitoes and other insects from the environment.

Contraindications: pregnant and breastfeeding women, children up to 2 years of age, local use is prohibited.