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Thyme (Thymus vulgaris): Spain




Red thyme (not sold by us) contains a high amount of toxic phenols (carvacrol and thymol) which can irritate mucus membranes and can cause skin irritation as well as skin sensitization. Our thyme is the white thyme - or the redistillated or rectified thyme from the crude red thyme oil which is the first product of distillation.

Scent: Thyme is an ancient herbal medicine used by the Greeks, the Egyptians and the Romans. The name comes from the Greek word "THYMOS," meaning scent or perfume. Thyme oil has a rather sweet yet strongly herbal smell. Red thyme is reddish-brown to amber in color and white thyme is pale yellow. It is medium to watery in viscosity.

Thyme oil is a very potent oil and should not be used during pregnancy or in cases of high blood pressure.

Properties and Uses: Contains antiviral and antibacterial properties. Kills airborne bacteria when used in a vaporizer or diffuser, and may provide relief of symptoms from bronchitis or pneumonia. Skin irritant! When using white thyme oil in massage therapy, it is imperative to do a skin patch test to determine if the person is sensitive to the oil.

Qualities: Anti-viral, topical application for warts. Anti-bacterial, anti-viral and anti-parasitic. Raises the spirits.

SKU	503
Weight	0.07 lb
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