Lemon Balm Leaf, aka Melissa Officinalis, is a lemon-scented perennial in the Lamiaceae family that has long been used for its beneficial properties. Lemon Balm has been highly esteemed for its emotional and spiritual effects. Melissa has traditionally been used as a gentle nervine and in baths to support healthy skin. It is often used to promote a sense of calm and can be brewed into a citrusy tea, incorporated into other herbal tea blends, or added into body care recipes.