Description
"Thyme Essential Oil" is steam-distilled from the leaves of Thymus vulgaris, a hardy herb from the Mediterranean region. With a bold, herbaceous scent, this oil is widely recognized for its immune-supportive, cleansing, and purifying properties. Used in aromatherapy, it promotes respiratory health and helps create fortifying, protective blends. It pairs well with rosemary, oregano, and tea tree for complementary effects. Its robust presence ensures its importance in natural health and cleansing applications.
Category
Single Oils
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Color
Clear
Aroma Family
Herbal
Thyme Essential Oil
Botanical Name
Thymus
Common Names
Garden Thyme, Common Thyme, English Thyme, German Thyme
Directions For Use
Diffuse 4 drops of thyme essential oil to refresh the air. For topical application, dilute 2 drops with 10 ml of carrier oil before use. Follow brand-specific guidelines for internal use.
Diffuse 4 drops of thyme essential oil to refresh the air. For topical application, dilute 2 drops with 10 ml of carrier oil before use. Follow brand-specific guidelines for internal use.
Oil Applications
Topically, thyme essential oil cleanses the skin, supports wound healing, and treats inflammatory conditions like acne and boils. It stimulates circulation, easing arthritis, rheumatism, and muscle aches. It also helps reduce the appearance of cellulitis. Internally, it boosts immunity, fights respiratory infections, and supports lung and digestive health. Its antiseptic properties cleanse the urinary and digestive systems and act as a deworming agent. In aromatherapy, it combats unwanted odors, refreshes spaces, and serves as an effective surface cleaner.
Topically, thyme essential oil cleanses the skin, supports wound healing, and treats inflammatory conditions like acne and boils. It stimulates circulation, easing arthritis, rheumatism, and muscle aches. It also helps reduce the appearance of cellulitis. Internally, it boosts immunity, fights respiratory infections, and supports lung and digestive health. Its antiseptic properties cleanse the urinary and digestive systems and act as a deworming agent. In aromatherapy, it combats unwanted odors, refreshes spaces, and serves as an effective surface cleaner.
Main Constituents
Thymol, p-Cymene Carvacrol, Gamma-Terpinene, B-Caryophyllene, Linalool, a-Pinene, a-Terpinene
Properties
Thyme essential oil offers antispasmodic, anti-rheumatic, antiseptic, antibacterial, carminative, cicatrizant, diuretic, emmenagogue, expectorant, insecticidal, stimulant, tonic, and vermifuge properties. These diverse benefits make it ideal for skincare, respiratory health, and immune support.
Aromatic Profile
Thyme essential oil has a fresh, spicy, warm, herbaceous, and green aroma, offering a revitalizing sensory experience.
Safety Considerations
Thyme essential oil may cause skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children, and consult a physician if you are pregnant, nursing, or under medical care. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas. Due to its estrogenic properties, avoid use in cases of endometriosis or estrogen-sensitive cancers.
Thyme essential oil may cause skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children, and consult a physician if you are pregnant, nursing, or under medical care. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas. Due to its estrogenic properties, avoid use in cases of endometriosis or estrogen-sensitive cancers.
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References
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