Essential Oil Thyme, Red Spanish

Botanical Name

Thymus vulgaris / L.

Benefits and Qualities

Thyme essential oil is an anti-infection agent so powerful that its dosage requires prudent and reflective forethought. It's the order of the day in cases of repetitive infection that indicate immune system deficiencies. Its action allows the organism to better defend itself. Otherwise, taking note of its effects on tired joints, thyme is of great help to older people. Synergies: eucalyptus radiata, rosemary cineole, ravensara, laurel, lavender aspic.

Production

Essential oil obtained by hydrodistillation of the flowery heads of thymus vulgaris L. (Labieaes)

The Plant

In Spain, just as in the Midi of France, thyme is inextricably associated with traditional pharmacopias. Its reputation goes back to the oldest botanical treatises, confirmed by Moderns. The Greeks held it in high esteem and associated it with the cult of Hecate. In northern Europe, the plant was consecrated to Freija, the Nordic equivalent of Venus, proving that thyme has always been married with the vital forces of the feminine principle.

Caution

Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes. Keep away from children.

Principes aromatiques

Thymol (36% to 55%), paracymene, gamma-terpinene, linalol

Parfume-Creation

The powerful, herbaceous, and sweet odour of thyme has had a very notable impact and is a major component in numerous herbaceous notes, especially in Eau de Cologne.

Description olfactive

Heart note. Rustic odour; aromatic, phenolic.