Name : Thyme
Species : Thymus vulgaris
Method : Steam distillation
Note Classification : Middle
Scent : Warm, spicy-herbaceous
Colour : Pale yellow
Family: Lamiaceae
Extracted From : Leaves
Region : Spain and France
Of Interest : The oil is used in mouthwashes, gargles, toothpastes and cough lozenges.
Aromatherapy Properties :
Pain : Headaches, muscular aches and pains, rheumatism, arthritis,
Respiratory : Asthma, , bronchitis, colds, coughs, sinusitis, sore throat,
Skin : Abscess, acne, burns, , insect bites
Digestion: Diarrhoea, flatulence
Blends Well With : Bergamot, cypress, eucalyptus, geranium, grapefruit, lavender, lemon, marjoram, melissa, pine, rosemary, and tea tree.
Safety Data : : Do not use while pregnant or on children. Can be a mucous membrane and skin irritant.