Antimicrobial
THYMOL
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A monoterpene phenol from thyme oil used as antimicrobial and oral-care active. Effective but irritating at higher levels and a known sensitizer; restricted in leave-on products.
Function
Skin benefits
- Antimicrobial — controls bacteria and fungi
- Naturally derived from thyme
- Used in oral-care for plaque reduction
Known concerns
- Skin irritation at higher concentrations
- Allergen — listed EU fragrance allergen consideration
- Toxic to aquatic life
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
PubChem
U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.
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