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THYMUS VULGARIS LEAF/STEM POWDER

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Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

Finely ground thyme leaves and stems, a botanical ingredient with antioxidant and antimicrobial properties for skincare.

Thymus Vulgaris Leaf/Stem Powder is the dried, ground aerial parts of Thymus vulgaris (common thyme). The powder contains all botanical constituents including the essential oil components (thymol, carvacrol, linalool), flavonoids (apigenin, luteolin), rosmarinic acid, and tannins. Under EU Regulation 1223/2009, dried thyme botanical is a permitted ingredient. The dried powder form provides more concentrated bioactives than the water extract, with extended shelf stability. The powder can function as a natural antioxidant and antimicrobial agent in formulations.

Skin benefits

  • Natural antioxidant from rosmarinic acid and flavonoids
  • Antimicrobial and preservative properties from thymol
  • Astringent for oily skin
  • Traditional skin-healing botanical

Known concerns

  • Contains thymol and carvacrol - can be skin irritating in concentrated powder form
  • Linalool content is a recognized EU fragrance allergen
  • Essential oil components may cause sensitization in susceptible individuals
  • Not suitable for sensitive skin in high concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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