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Fragrance

THYMUS CAPITATUS HERB OIL

CAS 90131-59-2 Updated
48

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Spanish origanum (Thymus capitatus) essential oil — extremely high in thymol and carvacrol. These phenolic compounds are powerful antimicrobials but also significant skin irritants and sensitizers, severely limiting cosmetic use.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Powerful antimicrobial activity
  • Aromatic medicinal scent
  • Antioxidant phenolic content

Known concerns

  • High thymol/carvacrol — strong skin irritants
  • Mucous-membrane irritation
  • Strict IFRA limits
  • Not suitable for sensitive skin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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