Natural
Lemon Balm Cream
for Cold Sores
Topical cream containing lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) extract applied to cold sores several times daily.
How it works
Rosmarinic acid and other polyphenols in lemon balm have demonstrated antiviral activity against HSV-1 in laboratory and clinical studies.
What to watch for
Available as specialist creams. Less evidence than aciclovir but a reasonable natural alternative. Avoid in known allergy to the mint family.
Community experience
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