Lemon Balm Powder (Melissa officinalis) - Bulk

• Botanical Name: Melissa officinalis
• Common Name: Lemon Balm
• Form: Powder
• Aroma Profile: Soft lemon-herbal
• Ingredients: Dried Lemon Balm Powder (Melissa officinalis)
• Suitable For: Food and cosmetic use
• Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from light and moisture. Keep container tightly closed and use clean, dry utensils.

• Brewing relaxing herbal teas and wind-down blends
• Adding a fresh lemon-herbal note to after-meal tea blends
• Combining with chamomile, rooibos, or peppermint in caffeine-free recipes
• Using in simple face masks and toner-style rinse-off preparations
• Blending into soaps for a natural herbal touch
• Repeat-use making where a powdered calming herb is preferred for easy measuring

Lemon Balm Powder Is For:

• Tea blenders creating calming, caffeine-free herbal mixes
• Refill-style ranges, botanical stock collections, and makers working with powdered herbs
• Everyday tea routines that enjoy a soft lemon-herbal profile
• DIY masks, soaps, and rinse-off projects that use simple botanical powders
• Herbal cupboards that benefit from an easy-to-measure ingredient for regular blending

Lemon Balm Powder Is Not For:

• Strongly spiced or richly bitter tea preferences
• Ready-made sleep, digestive, or skincare product formats
• Preparations where no fine straining is wanted
• Projects that specifically need a cut herb rather than a powder

• As a Tea: Add 1 to 2 teaspoons of powder to 1 cup (250 ml) of freshly boiled water, whisk, infuse for 10 to 15 minutes, then strain through a fine filter.
• As a Blend Ingredient: Combine with chamomile, rooibos, or peppermint for a softer, more rounded herbal blend.
• As a Mask Ingredient: Mix a small pinch into a clay mask or cooled hydrosol, apply briefly, then rinse off.
• As a Toner-Style Rinse: Prepare a light infusion, cool fully, strain very well, then use in a simple external rinse-off routine.
• As a Soap Ingredient: Blend into suitable DIY soap recipes for a natural herbal touch.
• Processing Tip: For a smoother cup or cleaner external preparation, strain through muslin or a very fine filter.
• Processing Tip: When preparing larger batches, keep utensils dry and containers tightly sealed to help maintain freshness.

• Patch test before first topical use.
• Avoid contact with eyes and broken skin.
• If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have a thyroid condition, or take sedatives or other medicines, seek professional advice before use.
• Discontinue use if irritation or any adverse reaction occurs.
• Keep out of reach of children and pets.

Q: What does Lemon Balm Powder taste like?
A: It has a soft lemon-herbal flavour that is gentle, fresh, and easy to pair with other calming herbs.

Q: Does Lemon Balm Powder work well in blends?
A: Yes. It pairs especially well with chamomile, rooibos, and peppermint in caffeine-free tea blends.

Q: Why does the tea need fine straining?
A: Fine botanical powders can leave natural sediment in the cup, so thorough straining helps create a smoother finish.

Q: Is Lemon Balm Powder naturally caffeine-free?
A: Yes. It is commonly used in caffeine-free herbal tea routines and evening blends.

Q: Can Lemon Balm Powder be used in simple skincare projects?
A: Yes. It is often used in basic masks and toner-style rinse-off preparations where a gentle botanical touch is wanted.

Q: Why choose powder instead of cut lemon balm?
A: Powder is easy to measure, disperses readily in blends, and works well when a more evenly distributed herbal ingredient is preferred.

Q: Can I use Lemon Balm Powder in soap?
A: Yes. It can be added to suitable DIY soap recipes for a natural herbal note and botanical character.

Q: How should Lemon Balm Powder be stored after opening?
A: Keep it tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from light and moisture, and use clean, dry utensils to help protect freshness.