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Fragrance

THYMUS VULGARIS LEAF OIL

CAS 84929-51-1 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

Thyme leaf essential oil rich in thymol and carvacrol. These actives have strong antimicrobial effects but are also irritants, so the oil is restricted in leave-on use.

Function

ANTIMICROBIALANTIOXIDANTPRESERVATIVE

Skin benefits

  • Antimicrobial thymol-rich essential oil
  • Aromatic top note
  • Traditional skin-cleansing use

Known concerns

  • Thymol/carvacrol are skin and mucous-membrane irritants
  • IFRA-restricted in leave-on products
  • Avoid on broken skin and around eyes

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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