Thyme has a sweet, herbaceous scent with spicy undertones. Thyme blends well with cedarwood, frankincense, lavender, geranium, and citrus scents.
Its scent classification is herbaceous and spicy.
Beauty Benefits
Thyme oil improves circulation to the skin, which regulates skin oil. It encourages the elimination of wastes and is used to combat cellulite.
Emotional Benefits
Thyme oil helps to fight mental fatigue while strengthening the nerves. Its balancing action can enhance concentration and keep you alert, or help you sleep (when used in the bath).
Therapeutic Actions
Thyme oil improves immunity, and has powerful antiviral properties. It aids digestion and respiratory ailments, regulates the oiliness of skin and hair and decreases skin irritation.
Cautions
Thyme oil should be used with great care; never apply it to the skin undiluted.
Thyme oil can irritate sensitive skin.
Thyme oil should be avoided when pregnant.
People with hyperthyroidism or high blood pressure should avoid thyme oil.
