What are the correct ways to use lemon balm essential oil?
Lemon balm essential oil is an essential oil extracted from lemon balm, and it has very good calming effects; it is also one of the most commonly used essential oils for treating allergies, and it is very effective for treating skin or respiratory allergies, with effects as notable as those of German chamomile essential oil. The scientific name of lemon balm is Melissa officinalis; it has a distinctive herbal plant scent, fresh and sweet, with a slight lemon note. Its main places of origin are France and Croatia.
Uses of lemon balm essential oil
1. Facial massage --- for acne-prone skin, healing wounds, preventing eczema
Formula: 20 ml sweet almond oil + 3 drops lemon balm + 3 drops cedar + 4 drops juniper berry.
How to use: Take a small container and blend the essential oil formula evenly, then wash the face clean with facial cleanser, rinse with warm water, and use a towel to absorb the excess water on the face. Apply the prepared essential oil formula to the face and gently massage until absorbed, then gently pat the face so the essential oil is absorbed better. Use 2-3 times a week, every evening.
2. Abdominal massage --- helps digestion, relieves bloating
Formula: 20 ml sweet almond oil + 4 drops lemon balm + 3 drops peppermint + 3 drops cardamom
When abdominal bloating occurs, you can use the essential oil to massage the abdomen appropriately to help digestion and relieve bloating. Place both hands together, palms on the abdomen; when massaging, use the navel as the center point, do not press too hard, and gently massage 30-50 circles clockwise and 30-50 circles counterclockwise as appropriate. When indigestion occurs, be sure to exercise more; taking a walk after eating when you have nothing else to do helps digestion.
3. Bathing method --- relieves fatigue, beauty and body care
Formula: 2 drops lemon balm essential oil, 3 drops lavender essential oil, 1 drop neroli essential oil
How to use: Fill a bathtub with hot water; the water temperature just needs to be one you can get into, and it should be as hot as possible, then pour the blended essential oils into the bathtub. Soaking in hot water can quickly open the skin pores and is very effective for relieving stress and whitening and softening the skin. Soak for 15-20 minutes each time.
4. Steam inhalation method --- treating colds
Formula: 1 drop lemon balm essential oil, 2 drops bergamot essential oil, 2 drops eucalyptus essential oil
How to use: Add 1 drop lemon balm essential oil, 2 drops bergamot essential oil, and 2 drops eucalyptus essential oil to a basin of hot water. Find a large towel or bath towel at home, drape it over your head and wrap it around the basin of hot water so the steam rises toward your face, close your eyes, and inhale deeply through the rising steam. It can effectively treat colds, bronchitis, and breathing difficulties.