Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Flower/Leaf Extract

An antiseptic and fragrant thyme extract that consists mainly of thyme essential oil, flavonoids, terpenes, and organic acids. Thymol gives it a spicy, herbal scent.
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Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Flower/Leaf Extract

Overview

Thymus vulgaris flower/leaf extract is an antiseptic and fragrant extract of common thyme (Thymus vulgaris). The extract consists mainly of thyme essential oil, flavonoids, terpenes, and organic acids. Thyme essential oil contains mainly thymol, a compound with a warm, spicy, herbal scent.

Thyme extract is used in skincare as a fragrance and for its antiseptic properties. Its other compounds provide antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects that combine to help reduce the signs of inflammation and redness on the skin.

Read more about thyme essential oil here: Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Oil.