Melissa officinalis, the lemon balm of monastery gardens · distilled from its fresh leaves and flowering tops · bottled 100% pure and undiluted
Wholesale Sizes, 5 lbs to 400 lbs
$602.17$486.06Save 19%
Genuine melissa is scarce and often adulterated, so these three bulk sizes, 5 lbs, 25 lbs, and 400 lbs, matter to formulators who need the real thing at volume. Each pound carries the same delicate, lemony, herbal profile as our 0.5 oz retail bottle, poured from one verified batch.
Genuinely scarce oil: melissa's yield from Melissa officinalis leaves and flowering tops is so small that authentic batches are rare and frequently cut with cheaper oils, so knowing your source matters.
Documented purity, every size: each bulk size ships under the same published Certificate of Analysis as the retail bottle, so 5 lb, 25 lb, and 400 lb drums carry identical, verifiable purity.
Real savings at scale: the 400 lb size runs about $51 per lb, less than half the per-pound cost of the 0.5 oz bottle.
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✓ 100% Pure & Undiluted🌿 Cruelty-Free🧪 No Additives or Fillers
Lavender, rose, geranium, chamomile, and ylang ylang
Shelf Life & Storage
Typically 1 to 2 years when stored properly; keep tightly capped in a cool, dark place away from heat and light
Yield
Extraordinarily low; tons of fresh herb produce only ounces of oil
Bulk Pricing Per Pound
Size
Price
Per lb
Savings
5 lbs
$486.06
$97.21
85% less
25 lbs
$1,981.69
$79.27
88% less
400 lbs
$20,589.80
$51.47
92% less
Ways to Use It
Skincare & Cosmetic Makers
Formulators blending serums, balms, and facial mists prize melissa's bright, lemony-herbal note in small percentages, where its scent carries far beyond its dose.
Practitioners building diffuser and topical blends turn to melissa for its soft, radiant top note beside lavender, rose, geranium, and chamomile in a formula.
Shops and private label lines sourcing verified melissa at volume get one consistent standard across every bottle they resell, backed by a published Certificate of Analysis.
Store bulk melissa in its sealed container in a cool, dark place, and decant the amount you need into a smaller airtight bottle rather than repeatedly opening the drum. Keep it away from eyes, children, and pets. For any skin application, dilute to 0.5% to 2% in a carrier oil and patch test first.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does bulk melissa come with lab documentation? ▾
Yes, every size we sell, including each bulk format, is backed by the site's published Certificate of Analysis. If you need documentation beyond what's posted there, contact us before ordering so we can help.
How does the per-pound pricing work out? ▾
The smallest retail bottle, 0.5 oz, works out to about $666 per lb of oil. Buying in bulk brings that down sharply: 5 lbs runs about $97.21 per lb, 25 lbs about $79.27 per lb, and 400 lbs about $51.47 per lb, the best per-pound rate we offer.
Is the bulk oil the same as what's in the retail bottles? ▾
Yes. There is no separate bulk grade, just one melissa standard poured into different container sizes. The oil in a 400 lb drum is identical to what ships in the 0.5 oz retail bottle, covered by the same published Certificate of Analysis.
Which bulk size should I start with? ▾
First production runs or small-batch testing usually call for the 5 lb size. Steady product lines that reorder monthly do well with 25 lbs, while manufacturers running melissa through continuous batches typically move straight to the 400 lb size for the lowest per-pound cost.
Can I order more than 400 lbs? ▾
Yes, larger quantities than 400 lbs are available for manufacturers and co-packers who need a steady, high-volume supply. Contact us for custom orders, and we'll work out sourcing, pricing, and delivery timing together.
How fast do bulk orders ship? ▾
Orders ship within 1 to 2 business days. Bulk sizes, especially the 400 lb drum, may need a bit of extra handling time before they leave our facility. Checkout runs through our Shopify store, so you'll get standard order confirmation and tracking.
What's the best way to store bulk quantities? ▾
Keep bulk melissa sealed, cool, and out of direct light, since heat and air exposure both shorten its shelf life. Decant working amounts into a smaller dark glass bottle instead of leaving the large container open, and store everything well away from children and pets.
Does melissa's scent survive cold process soap making? ▾
Melissa is delicate, and the heat and alkalinity of cold process saponification will mute some of its lemony brightness during curing weeks, so many soapmakers add it late, near trace, and pair it with a fixative like patchouli or benzoin. For a stronger scent throw, it performs best in leave-on formulas such as lotions, mists, or fine perfume.
