# Lemon balm

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/lemon-balm

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Lemon balm gently calms redness, locks in moisture, softens fine lines, and smooths the skin surface. It suits most skin types and is commonly found in lightweight [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/serum). Because it layers easily, it fits smoothly into any daily skincare routine.

[International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35409270/) [Photodermatology, Photoimmunology & Photomedicine, 2025](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39888701/)

This page shows lemon balm products with a Lovi page. For every product, and a routine built for your skin, use the Lovi app.

### Popular lemon balm products

- [Dermalogica Special Cleansing Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/dermalogica/special-cleansing-gel/for/dry-skin) — High fit
- [Clarins Hydrating Gentle Foaming Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/clarins/hydrating-gentle-foaming-cleanser/for/dry-skin) — High fit
- [Clarins Total Cleansing Oil](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/clarins/total-cleansing-oil/for/dry-skin) — High fit — [A$46.75 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B08B7X6LDQ?tag=lovi-care-web-product-22&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Ere Perez Moringa All-Beauty Crème](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/ere-perez/moringa-all-beauty-creme/for/dry-skin) — High fit

### Other lemon balm products

- [Dermalogica Special Cleansing Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/dermalogica/special-cleansing-gel/for/dry-skin) — High fit
- [Clarins Hydrating Gentle Foaming Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/clarins/hydrating-gentle-foaming-cleanser/for/dry-skin) — High fit
- [Clarins Total Cleansing Oil](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/clarins/total-cleansing-oil/for/dry-skin) — High fit — [A$46.75 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B08B7X6LDQ?tag=lovi-care-web-product-22&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Ere Perez Moringa All-Beauty Crème](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/ere-perez/moringa-all-beauty-creme/for/dry-skin) — High fit

## What reviewers say about popular lemon balm products

The highlight reviewers mention most for each popular lemon balm product on Lovi.

- Dermalogica Special Cleansing Gel Gentle & Non-stripping ★4.8 · 1.2k+ reviews Effective Cleansing High Price “doesn't strip skin” [What people say about Special Cleansing Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/dermalogica/special-cleansing-gel/for/dry-skin)
- Clarins Hydrating Gentle Foaming Cleanser Non-stripping hydration ★4.3 · 2.5k+ reviews Effective cleansing Luxurious texture “leaves skin soft and hydrated” [What people say about Hydrating Gentle Foaming Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/clarins/hydrating-gentle-foaming-cleanser/for/dry-skin)
- Clarins Total Cleansing Oil Gentle and non-drying ★4.3 · 1.4k+ reviews Effective makeup remover Luxurious scent “skin feels supple” [What people say about Total Cleansing Oil](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/clarins/total-cleansing-oil/for/dry-skin)
- Ere Perez Moringa All-Beauty Crème Hydrating/Plumping ★4.8 · 1.9k+ reviews Lightweight texture Makeup primer “Skin feels hydrated” [What people say about Moringa All-Beauty Crème](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/ere-perez/moringa-all-beauty-creme/for/dry-skin)

## Questions and answers

### What does lemon balm do for the skin?

Lemon balm helps reduce the appearance of wrinkles, improves skin hydration, and may decrease redness and moisture loss. Topical application supports [collagen](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/collagen) levels and helps maintain the skin barrier function over several weeks.

[Photodermatology, Photoimmunology & Photomedicine, 2025](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39888701/) [International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35409270/)

### How do you use lemon balm?

Lemon balm helps improve the skin barrier and reduce wrinkles when applied topically in a cream or emulsion. It may be used regularly to support skin hydration and reduce moisture loss.

[International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35409270/) [Photodermatology, Photoimmunology & Photomedicine, 2025](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39888701/)

### Should you use lemon balm in the morning or at night?

Lemon balm can be used in the morning or at night to help improve skin hydration and reduce the appearance of wrinkles. Regular topical application of lemon balm helps support the skin barrier and protect collagen levels.

[International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35409270/) [Photodermatology, Photoimmunology & Photomedicine, 2025](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39888701/)

### Can you use lemon balm every day?

Yes, you can use lemon balm daily because topical treatments with lemon balm [extracts](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/extract) and rosmarinic acid have been safely applied in studies over several weeks. It may help improve skin hydration, reduce [water](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/water) loss, and diminish the look of wrinkles over time.

[Photodermatology, Photoimmunology & Photomedicine, 2025](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39888701/) [International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35409270/)

### Does lemon balm cause purging or irritation?

Lemon balm is unlikely to cause purging or irritation as it is known for soothing properties and improving the skin barrier.

### Which skin types is lemon balm best for?

Lemon balm is best for dry, aging, and mild atopic skin types because it helps improve barrier function and reduce wrinkles. Lovi rates its fit for these skin types as High.

[International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35409270/)

## Research on lemon balm

- [Rosmarinic Acid, as an NHE1 Activator, Decreases Skin Surface pH and Improves the Skin Barrier Function](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35409270/) Lemon balm · International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2022
- [Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis L.) Leaf Extract Promotes Endo180 Production in Dermal Fibroblasts and has Antiwrinkle Effect on Human Skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39888701/) Lemon balm · Photodermatology, Photoimmunology & Photomedicine, 2025

## Brands with lemon balm

- American skincare: [Dermalogica](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/brands/dermalogica)
- French skincare: [Clarins](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/brands/clarins)
- Skincare: [Ere Perez](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/brands/ere-perez)

## About the Lovi Fit

Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes.

Lovi checks every ingredient with brand-independent rules its dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning.

Behind this ingredient guide: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board).

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