Bee Balm Essential Oil is a sweet, herbaceous essence distilled from wild Canadian purple Bee Balm flowers (Monarda fistulosa). Known also as Oswego tea or horsemint, this tender yet potent oil is a broad-spectrum botanical alternative to Oregano and Thyme, making it ideal for skincare, respiratory support, and gentle remedies for children.
Botanical Info:
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Botanical Name: Monarda fistulosa
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Family: Lamiaceae
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Extraction Method: Steam distilled
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Part Distilled: Flowers
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Country of Origin: Canada
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Cultivation: Organic
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Consistency: Thin viscosity
Scent Profile:
Sweet honey-herbaceous with a subtle forest-floral mint undertone.
Blends Well With:
Thyme, Sweet Thyme, Lavender, Marjoram, Sandalwood, Ylang, Hyssop, Yarrow, Black Spruce, Douglas Fir, Frankincense, Rabbit Brush, Bergamot, Lemon, Neroli, Carrot Seed, Chamomile, Rose Otto, Palmarosa, Geranium
Key Constituents:
Geraniol (90%+), Linalool, Thymol, Sesquiterpenes – gentle yet antiviral, antibacterial, and mildly astringent.
Uses & Benefits:
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Skincare: Add to facial serums, steam oils, or carrier oil blends for acne, dandruff, sores, and lesions
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Respiratory Support: Inhale via salt pipe or diffuse for easy breathing
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Bath & Body: Add to baths or massage blends for relaxation and emotional uplift
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Children’s Remedies: Gentle enough for diluted use in kid-friendly skincare or inhalations
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Culinary & Herbal Tisane: Dilute in honey for a throat tonic and lung support
Why Choose Bee Balm Essential Oil:
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Wild-harvested in Canada
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Sweet, gentle, yet broad-spectrum antiviral and antibacterial
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Effective for skin, respiratory care, and emotional uplift
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Combines beautifully with Lavender or Frankincense for bath, shower, or massage
Pro Tip:
Mix Bee Balm Essential Oil with Tamanu or another carrier oil to create a natural treatment for skin ailments, or combine with Marjoram for soothing muscle blends. Diffuse in your bath or use in a steam inhalation for respiratory clarity and gentle uplift.
