Use Narayan’s Lemon Balm Hydrosoul for its incredible curative and protective qualities. Lemon Balm or Melissa is an herb renowned for its powerful anti-viral and stomach soothing properties. From it, a gentle but powerful hydrosol is extracted. Lemon balm, is a perennial herb in the mint family. It is native to Iran, Central Asia and South-Central Europe where it has been cultivated since the 16th century. Lemon balm hydrosol benefits are moisturizing, anti-inflammatory, mildly antiseptic, and are a wonderfully fragrant addition to skincare. Lemon balm hydrosols offer a myriad of treatment possibilities when Lemon balm essential oils might be too strong. They are a safe and gentle way for people with sensitive skin. Narayans Lemon balm hydrosoul can also be used for culinary uses! Use lemon balm hydrosoul in recipes and to flavor to soups, sauces, vinegars and seafood. You can also use the hydrosoul to bake a batch of lemon balm cookies or lemon balm bread, whisk up a quick lemon balm vinaigrette.
Aromatic Profile~ Lemon Balm Hydrosoul possesses a slight lemony, herbaceous aroma, with mint undertones. Its effects are warming, clarifying and uplifting.
Benefits~ inside & out for all skin types
Antiviral- soothes cold sores, flus, and colds
Skincare astringent, especially great for oily skin and treating hormonal acne
Anti-fungal, good for skin infections and diaper rash
Soothes an upset stomach, add a tsp to your water
Pain reliever for PMS, painful cramps, and aids irregular periods
Calming and Uplifting- antidepressant, mood enhancer
Skin anti-inflammatory- treats eczema, psoriasis, acne
Reduces stress and anxiety
Improves sleep and insomnia
Used for flavoring and enhancing food
Self Care Beauty Ritual
While chanting I am bountiful, blissful, & beautiful:
Mist face before or after face oil or serum to brighten, clarify, & hydrate the skin—excellent for all skin types, clears and calms acne, rich in graceful-ageing nutrients
As a cleansing water, spray a couple spritzes on a cotton pad
2 pumps sublingual, for calming the nerves
Add a teaspoon to 32 oz. of water for an herbal infused drink
A tablespoon or so to a warm bath
To aid in balancing hormones: spritz belly to ease menstrual discomfort or use as a companion during menopause to cool off hot flashes
Mist all over your pillow to improve sleep quality
Spray on hair to refresh scalp