Antimicrobial
THYMUS VULGARIS FLOWER/LEAF/STEM EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Thyme aerial-parts extract — antimicrobial and antioxidant due to thymol and carvacrol. Carries declarable fragrance allergens and can irritate at higher topical concentrations.
Function
Skin benefits
- Thymol/carvacrol antimicrobial action
- Antioxidant
- Skin conditioning
Known concerns
- Contains EU-declarable fragrance allergens (linalool, limonene)
- Thymol and carvacrol can be irritating at high levels
- Possible sensitisation in atopic skin
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related antimicrobials
Same plant / compound family
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