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CAS number: 84082-61-1
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Melissa officinalis distillate is the aqueous extract of lemon balm, a herbaceous plant up to 60 cm tall from the labiate family (see lemon balm). If the leaves are rubbed together, a pleasant, intensely lemony aroma is released. The distillate is obtained by steam distillation from the flowers, leaves, stems and stalks.
Melissa officinalis distillate is used in cosmetic formulations. The distillate has a strengthening effect on skin or hair and also acts as a fragrance (reduces or inhibits the basic odor or taste of a product).
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer