# @wychs_bloom on Instagram

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- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DUemOIlCUp1
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/63411968-wychs-bloom-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2026-02-08T01:18:42.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Christina Winters (@wychs_bloom) — https://gondola.cc/wychs_bloom

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In head-to-head clinical research, lemon balm performed comparably to acyclovir cream for cold sores. 

That’s why it’s one of my favorite plants to teach: its easy to grow, it tastes delicious, and it’s highly effective!

Clinical trials show that topical Melissa officinalis:

• Shortens healing time
• Reduces redness, swelling, and blister size
• Eases pain and burning
• Works best when applied at the very first tingle

It works by directly interfering with HSV-1 at the skin level — not just soothing symptoms.

That’s why I recommend:

✨ Topical lemon balm at first sensation
✨ Frequent application for the first 48 hours
✨ Lemon balm tea internally for stress support (since stress is a common trigger)

If you want it ready-made, check out Lip Love — my topical balm infused with organic lemon balm and self-heal to moisten lips and support faster recovery.

www.wychsbloom.com/shop

#lemonbalm
#melissaofficinalis
#coldsores
#herbalmedicine
#naturalremedies

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melissaofficinalis, coldsores, naturalremedies, herbalmedicine, lemonbalm

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