Melissa Officinalis Flower … Water

Melissa officinalis, commonly known as lemon balm, is a herb from the mint family. This ingredient is a hydrosol or floral water—the aromatic by-product created when the plant's flowers, leaves and stems are steam-distilled. It contains water-soluble compounds from the plant, including trace amounts of volatile oils and polyphenols.In skincare, it functions primarily as a skin conditioner, helping to maintain skin hydration and support the skin's natural moisture balance. It is often used in toners, essences, and hydrating serums.

Melissa water delivers hydrating and conditioning effects primarily through its water content and water-soluble plant compounds. These components can help reinforce the skin's natural moisture-binding mechanisms and may have mild antioxidant or anti-inflammatory effects, though these are generally subtle given the dilute nature of hydrosols.Because it is a hydrosol rather than a concentrated extract, the active compound levels are relatively low, which is why it is often used as a base ingredient rather than a treatment-level active.

Melissa water works well as part of a hydrating routine—apply to clean skin with a cotton pad or gentle patting motions, or layer it under serums and moisturisers to boost hydration. It pairs well with other conditioning and hydrating ingredients and is gentle enough for daily use. Because it is a hydrosol, its potency can vary between batches and suppliers, so consistency of benefit may differ between products.

Generally well-tolerated and suitable for sensitive skin. Rare allergic reactions are possible in individuals with sensitivity to plants in the mint family; patch test if you have known plant allergies.