HA6992 Lemon Balm Extract Powder

Lemon Balm Extract Powder Description

Lemon Balm Extract Powder is a concentrated, free-flowing powder derived from the leaves and aerial parts of the Melissa officinalis plant. It typically appears as a fine, light tan to pale green powder with a distinctly fresh, citrus aroma, due to its volatile terpenes such as citronellal, geranial, and neral. The texture is consistently fine and uniform, ensuring ease of blending and dissolution in aqueous systems.
This extract is characterised by its high concentration of bioactive compounds. Rosmarinic acid serves as the primary active constituent, generally standardised between 3% to 10%. Additional key components include flavonoids such as luteolin and apigenin glycosides, triterpenes like ursolic acid, and phenolic compounds. These constituents collectively contribute to the extract’s functional properties.
The powder exhibits potent antioxidant activity, neutralising free radicals and reducing oxidative stress primarily through its rosmarinic acid and flavonoid content. It also demonstrates calming effects via modulation of GABA receptors in the nervous system, supporting relaxation without sedation. Additionally, it may enhance cognitive functions like alertness and focus while alleviating mild gastrointestinal discomfort through smooth muscle relaxation.
Physically stable and hydrophilic, the powdered form ensures consistent potency and longevity compared to raw herbs or liquid extracts. Its solubility in water facilitates versatile formulation while retaining the herb's intrinsic lemony flavour profile.

Lemon Balm Extract Powder Applications

• Pharmaceuticals and Nutraceuticals: Lemon Balm Extract Powder is formulated into capsules, tablets, and tinctures for anxiety relief, insomnia treatment, and cognitive support. Its jujubosides enhance GABA activity to reduce nervous tension and improve sleep quality, serving as a non-addictive alternative to synthetic sedatives. Clinical applications extend to adjunctive therapy for generalised anxiety disorder and menopause-related sleep disturbances.
• Functional Foods and Beverages: Integrated into herbal teas, sleep tonics, and stress-relief beverages, the extract promotes relaxation without drowsiness. It masks bitter notes in formulations while delivering neurological benefits through interactions with ingredients such as magnolia bark or lemon balm.
• Cosmetics and Personal Care: Incorporated into anti-stress serums and night creams, it soothes skin inflammation caused by cortisol imbalance. Its antioxidant flavonoids reduce oxidative damage from environmental stressors, improving barrier function and minimising redness in sensitive skin types.
• Veterinary and Animal Health: Utilised in calming supplements for pets experiencing separation anxiety or travel stress, leveraging species-specific GABA modulation to reduce agitation without side effects.

Lemon Balm Extract Powder Packaging

Our products are packaged in custom cartons of various sizes depending on the material dimensions. Small items are securely packed in PP boxes, while larger items are placed in custom wooden crates. We ensure strict adherence to packaging requirements and the use of appropriate cushioning materials to provide optimal protection during transportation.

Packaging: Carton, Wooden Box, or Customised.

Kindly review the packaging details provided for your reference.

Manufacturing Process

1.       Testing Method

(1)    Chemical Composition Analysis - Verified using techniques such as GDMS or XRF to ensure compliance with purity requirements.

(2)    Mechanical Properties Testing - Includes tensile strength, yield strength, and elongation tests to assess material performance.

(3)    Dimensional Inspection - Measures thickness, width, and length to ensure adherence to specified tolerances.

(4)    Surface Quality Inspection - Checks for defects such as scratches, cracks, or inclusions through visual and ultrasonic examination.

(5)    Hardness Testing - Determines material hardness to confirm uniformity and mechanical reliability.

Please refer to the SAM testing procedures for detailed information.

Lemon Balm Extract Powder FAQs

Q1. Will this make me sleepy during work hours?

No. Unlike sedatives, it promotes focused calmness. Users report improved concentration with reduced jitters, ideal for high-stress tasks.

Q2. Can it help my cold sores?

Yes. Apply creams with ≥3% extract at the first tingling stage. Studies show it reduces outbreak duration and pain by blocking virus entry into cells.

Q3. Is it safe with thyroid medication?

Consult your doctor. Lemon balm may temporarily affect thyroid hormone uptake. Space doses 4 hours apart from levothyroxine.

Related Information

1.       Common Preparation Methods

Lemon Balm Extract Powder is produced from sustainably harvested Melissa officinalis leaves, usually sourced from organic farms in Europe or North America. Fresh leaves undergo washing, shade-drying at ≤40°C, and coarse grinding. Bioactive compounds are extracted using ethanol-water (30%–50% ethanol) at 40°–50°C for 3–5 hours to preserve thermolabile terpenes. The liquid extract is filtered, concentrated under vacuum, and purified via adsorption chromatography to isolate rosmarinic acid while removing chlorophyll and waxes. The refined concentrate is spray-dried with acacia gum or silica, yielding a free-flowing powder standardised to 2%–18% rosmarinic acid. Quality control includes HPLC validation of actives, residual solvent analysis, heavy metal screening, and microbial testing to ensure compliance with international standards.