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Fragrance

THYMUS ZYGIS OIL

CAS 85085-75-2 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

Spanish red thyme essential oil — packed with thymol. Powerful antimicrobial but harsh on skin; cosmetic dermal use is restricted to roughly 1% by IFRA-class guidance.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Strong antimicrobial action (thymol-driven)
  • Antioxidant
  • Aromatic at very low %

Known concerns

  • Thymol-rich — IFRA caps dermal use at ~1%
  • Can inhibit blood clotting at high topical %
  • Sensitization and irritation risk; pregnancy caution

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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