Thyme (Thymus vulgaris)
Thought to impart courage to its bearer, Thyme was given to knights and warriors before they went into battle by ladies of the Middle Ages. During this same period, Thyme was often placed beneath pillows to help promote a peaceful sleep and to ward off nightmares. The ancient Greeks used Thyme in their baths and burned it as an incense in their temples while the Egyptians used it in their embalming rites. Today, Thyme is commonly used as a seasoning, but it also produces a potent essential oil that has cleansing and clarifying effects for the skin; however, due to its high phenol content, Thyme should be diluted with Fractionated Coconut Oil before application. Thyme has specific chemotypes that produce a broad-spectrum activity in promoting winter-time health. Including Thyme essential oil in food dishes or consuming one to two drops a day will promote a healthy immune system when seasonal threats are high.
- Thyme
- Steam Distillation
- Warm, herbaceous, floral, powdery
Main Chemical Component and Chemotype
- Thymol
Plant Part
- Leaf
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease.
Primary Benefits
- Provides cleansing and purifying effects for the skin
- Board-spectrum activity in promoting winter-time health
Recommended Uses
- Use 1-2 drops on meats and other entree dishes to add a fresh, herbal flavor.
- Dilute with fractionated coconut oil then apply to targeted areas on the skin to purify and promote healthy skin.
- Add 2 drops to veggie capsules and take during winter-time to promote immunity.
- Diffusion: Use three to four drops in the diffuser of your choice.
- Internal: Dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid.
- Topical Use: Apply one to two drops to desired area. Dilute with fractionated coconut oil to minimize any skin sensitivity.
Properties
- Highly Antibacterial (active against bacteria)
- Antifungal (effective against fungal infections)
- Antioxidant (substance that inhibits oxidation, especially one used to counteract the deterioration of stored food products)
- Antiseptic (prevent the growth of disease-causing microorganisms)
- Antiviral (effective against viruses)
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease.
Cautions
Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and other sensitive areas.