Thyme extract

Functions
Antiseptic
Anti-parasitic
Antibacterial
Anti-fungal
Immunomodulator
Soothing
Tonifying
Skin conditioning
CAS Number(s)
84776-98-7
EINECS number(s)
284-023-3 (I)
FDA UNII
86H4S6K51N

Thyme (Thymus Serpyllum) is one of the most widely antiseptic herbs. Thyme is a very effective parasiticide and has been used to treat problems such as ringworm, scabies, crabs, lice, and nits.

Thyme herb is an essential intestinal worming agent and can be used as an infused tea to treat such problems gently. Thyme has a potent anti-fungal and anti-bacterial action. Thymol, an active constituent of thyme, has been widely used as a powerful disinfectant in hospitals worldwide for many years.

Thyme is an excellent respiratory immuno-stimulant and anti-spasmodic. It has been taken as a hot tea infusion to treat various bronchial problems such as acute bronchitis, whooping cough, laryngitis, asthma, and hay fever. Thyme-infused teas are also very effective for treating fungal problems like athlete's foot, thrush, yeast infections, and tinea.

Applied topically on the skin, Thymus Serpillium extract is perfect for relieving muscular aches, pains, muscle spasms, and painful insect bites and stings. In addition, it has remarkable tonic properties, and research has suggested that thyme as a regular part of your diet can markedly support the body's immune function and will counter some effects of aging.
 

Active ingredients (or INCI)

Thymus Serpyllum Extract
Synonyms
Thymus Serpyllum Whole

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