An essential oil from the leaves of lemon balm, used as a fragrance ingredient.
What it is
Melissa officinalis leaf oil is, according to CosIng, a volatile oil obtained from the leaves and tops of lemon balm, Melissa officinalis, of the mint family (Lamiaceae). CosIng lists it as a fragrance, perfuming and tonic ingredient.
Where it is used
Found in a small number of scented products.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
As a natural material, its composition can vary between batches.
Functions
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

