Thyme Thymol Essential Oil "thymus zygis"

Thyme Essential Oil qt. Thymol is obtained through steam distillation of the Thymus zygis plant, which is a perennial shrub found mainly in Spain, Portugal, Morocco and France. Thyme essential oil qt. Thymol is characterized by having a high content of thymol, a phenolic compound that gives it its antimicrobial and antioxidant properties.

Properties:

Thyme essential oil qt. Thymol has antimicrobial, antifungal and antibacterial properties, which is why it is used to combat infections in the skin, respiratory system and digestive tract.

It also has antioxidant properties, which help prevent cell damage caused by free radicals and premature skin aging.

It can be useful in treating digestive disorders such as indigestion, heartburn, and intestinal gas.

Additionally, thyme essential oil qt. Thymol is used in aromatherapy due to its stimulating and revitalizing properties.

Uses:

Thyme essential oil qt. Thymol is used in the food industry as a natural preservative and flavoring.

It is also used in personal care products such as skin care creams and lotions, hair care shampoos and conditioners, and in oral hygiene products such as rinses and toothpaste.

In aromatherapy, thyme essential oil qt. Thymol is used to relieve mental and physical fatigue, depression and anxiety.

Obtaining method:

Thyme essential oil qt. Thymol is obtained through steam distillation of the leaves and flowers of the Thymus zygis plant. After distillation, a clear liquid with a strong, spicy aroma is obtained that is used in a variety of applications.

Botanical name: Thymus vulgaris qt. Thymol
INCI: THYMUS ZYGIS HERB OIL
Family: Lamiácea
Part used: Leaves and flowering tops
Main components: thymol, p-cymene, linalool
Cultivation: Organic / Conventional
Photosensitizer: No