Thyme Essential Oil (Thymus Vulgaris) 10ml

Our Thyme Essential Oil is obtained by steam distillation of the flowering plant. The evergreen plant can grow up to 45cm in height. It has grey leaves and purple or white flowers. Nowadays, most commercially cultivated Thyme comes from Spain and the Mediterranean. The oil has a pale clear to golden amber colour and a sweet herbaceous-like aroma.

The name can be traced back to the Greek word ‘thymos’ which means ‘perfume’ and in Greek temples it was used as incense. The Egyptians used thyme in their embalming processes.

Colour: Pale Clear to Golden Amber
Country of Origin: Spain
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Fragrance Note: Middle
Plant Part: Flowering Plant
Scent: Mild, Sweet, Green, Fresh

5 Key Benefits & Uses of Thyme Essential Oil

1. Thyme is often used in massage blends to ease achy muscles and joints.

2. When vaporised, Thyme is thought to be very effective in the treatment of colds and flu.

3. The warming properties of this oil mean that it can also help with easing the symptoms of arthritis and rheumatism and sciatica.

4. Thyme is both antiseptic and cleansing, In aromatherapy is is often used to help ease congestion, headaches and sleeplessness.

5. The oil can help you combat feelings of exhaustion and help against depression.

Blends well with:

We have found that Thyme blends well with Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Lemon, Pine and Rosemary.

Usage:

• Baths: 4-8 drops of oil should be blended in a teaspoon of carrier oil and added to the bath
• Massages: 2-4 drops of essential oils should be added to to 1 tablespoonful of carrier oil
• Vaporisation: 3-5 drops of essential oil should be added to a burner, aroma stone or aroma stream