Our Melissa Essential Oil is organically grown in Bulgaria and bottled in Australia 

• Aromatherapy:Perhaps its most popular use in modern times, the soothing scent of Melissa Oil makes it a must-have for any aromatherapist. The ability to soothe and energise simultaneously is something that only a few essential oils can do, and is one of our favourite things about it! Add a few drops to your electric diffuser for a mood enhancement.

• Confidence boost:Rub a few drops onto your hands, rub together and inhale the fumes for a quick dose of confidence! You could also put a few drops in your diffuser for steady positive energy.

• De-stress:Rubbing a few drops over your hands and inhaling the fumes is the most commonly suggested way to use Melissa Oil to reduce stress, anxiety and nervousness. You could also put a couple of drops in the bath (perhaps along with some May Chang oil!) and wait for the calm to wash over you.

• Fighting viruses:Melissa Oil can reduce the redness and swelling associated with cold sores or warts, and is also thought to prevent them from returning. The anti-viral properties are effective, and the oil also soothes and cleanses the area at the same time. 

• Skincare:As you can probably tell, we love how soothing Melissa Oil is! It is this that makes it amazing in skincare, as it can fight bacteria without drying out or irritating your skin. A few drops in your moisturiser is one way to harness Melissa Oil’s unique skincare effects. This is particularly effective for skin problems where redness is an issue, such as acne or eczema, but is also a great addition to any skin routine because of its firming properties.

• Sleep-aid:One of the earliest uses for Melissa Oil in modern medicine was to help treat insomnia. Create your own pillow spray by mixing a few drops of Melissa Oil and a few drops of Lavender Oil with some water in a spray bottle. Spray onto your pillow before you sleep for a dreamy