The Ingredient Library · Ingredient · Shizuoka, Japan
Lemon Balm Extract
Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract
A lemon-scented herb that helps skin look calm, even and comfortable.
| INCI name | Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract |
|---|---|
| Type | Herbal leaf extract — soothing & rebalancing |
| Origin | Shizuoka, Japan |
| Key benefit | A calmer, more even-looking complexion |
| Suits | All skin types, especially sensitive or redness-prone skin |
What is this
Lemon Balm Extract
Lemon balm extract is a botanical extract obtained from the leaves of Melissa officinalis, a lemon-scented herb of the mint family. Rich in rosmarinic acid and polyphenols, it is used in skincare to help calm the look of redness and support a more even, comfortable appearance.
Where is it found
Shizuoka, Japan
In The Nine Aurora's Japanese beauty zone, lemon balm is cultivated with the quiet precision Japan brings to every craft. The leaves are picked at their most aromatic and handled gently to preserve their delicate compounds — a small harvest, timed patiently with the seasons.
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Formulas with lemon balm extract
Noctis Longevity Night Serum
78.00 $
Silky night serum • 65 ingredients • 90% natural origin • nourishing overnight repair
Ionis Toning Mist
37.00 $
Hyaluronic acid + Japanese yuzu + prebiotics hydrating & brightening toning mist
Cleanser Duo
70.00 $
67 refined ingredients • 92–97% natural origin • deep cleansing, hydration & soothing care
Photogena Facial Treatment Cleanser
38.00 $
Enzymatic complex + longevity botanicals for gentle, brightening daily cleansing
Lucis Protecting Day Serum
68.00 $
Niacinamide + hyaluronic acid + vitamin C brightening and firming day serum
Noctis Longevity Night Cream
68.00 $
Powerful anti-aging cream overnight with argan oil, babassu, and Brazil nut for deep nourishment and elasticity.
Profunda The Treatment Mask
48.00 $
Kaolin + Japanese yuzu + rosehip brightening mask • 64 refined ingredients for detox, clarity & glow
Lucis Nurturing Day Cream
58.00 $
Açaí + seabuckthorn + camellia antioxidant day cream for daily protection
Noctis Longevity Night Serum
78.00 $
Silky night serum • 65 ingredients • 90% natural origin • nourishing overnight repair
Ionis Toning Mist
37.00 $
Hyaluronic acid + Japanese yuzu + prebiotics hydrating & brightening toning mist
Cleanser Duo
70.00 $
67 refined ingredients • 92–97% natural origin • deep cleansing, hydration & soothing care
Photogena Facial Treatment Cleanser
38.00 $
Enzymatic complex + longevity botanicals for gentle, brightening daily cleansing
Lucis Protecting Day Serum
68.00 $
Niacinamide + hyaluronic acid + vitamin C brightening and firming day serum
Noctis Longevity Night Cream
68.00 $
Powerful anti-aging cream overnight with argan oil, babassu, and Brazil nut for deep nourishment and elasticity.
Profunda The Treatment Mask
48.00 $
Kaolin + Japanese yuzu + rosehip brightening mask • 64 refined ingredients for detox, clarity & glow
Lucis Nurturing Day Cream
58.00 $
Açaí + seabuckthorn + camellia antioxidant day cream for daily protection
Every ingredient in our library serves one measure of success — skin longevity — the years skin keeps its strength, moisture and evenness.
Questions about lemon balm extract
What does lemon balm do for skin?
Lemon balm extract is used as a soothing and rebalancing active. Rich in rosmarinic acid and polyphenols, it helps calm the look of redness, supports skin comfort and promotes a more even, relaxed appearance — especially when skin looks stressed or unsettled.
Is lemon balm good for sensitive skin?
Yes — the leaf extract is well tolerated and often chosen for skin prone to visible redness. It is far gentler than the concentrated essential oil, and The Nine Aurora uses the extract precisely for its quiet, comforting character in daily formulas.
Does lemon balm help with the look of wrinkles?
Emerging research is encouraging: a 2025 study reported that a Melissa officinalis leaf extract formulation visibly reduced eye-corner wrinkles compared with placebo. In cosmetics it is valued for helping skin look smoother, more rested and more comfortable with consistent use.
Is lemon balm extract the same as lemon balm essential oil?
No. The extract captures the leaf's gentle water-soluble compounds, including rosmarinic acid, in a skin-friendly form. The essential oil is a far more concentrated aromatic material that requires careful dilution — the extract is the calmer choice for skincare.
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Sources
- CosIng — European Commission cosmetic ingredients database: Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract
- PubMed — Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) leaf extract promotes Endo180 production and has an antiwrinkle effect on human skin (2025)
- PubMed — Lemon balm extract and UVB-induced oxidative stress in a skin cell model (2016)
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