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Thyme Extract
Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) extract — rich in thymol, carvacrol, rosmarinic acid, and flavonoids with clinically validated antibacterial efficacy against acne-causing bacteria, antifungal activity, and potent antioxidant properties.
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What is it?
An extract from Thymus vulgaris leaves and flowers, standardised for thymol and carvacrol or total phenolic content.
Antimicrobial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant.
Key Benefits
C. acnes inhibition
Thymol and carvacrol disrupt bacterial membranes — clinical data shows efficacy matching benzoyl peroxide with better tolerability.
Antifungal
Inhibits Malassezia and Candida species — effective in fungal acne (Pityrosporum folliculitis) formulations.
Anti-inflammatory
Rosmarinic acid and flavonoids reduce inflammatory mediators, calming post-acne redness and irritation.
Antioxidant
Broad phenolic profile provides free-radical protection comparable to synthetic antioxidants.
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Sensitisation note
Thymol and carvacrol are potential skin sensitisers at high concentrations; cosmetic formulations use standardised, diluted extracts (not essential oil) for safe leave-on application.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Thyme Extract do for skin?
Antimicrobial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant.
Who should use Thyme Extract?
Thyme Extract is suitable for: Acne-prone skin, Oily skin, Scalp care, Fungal acne.
Are there any warnings about Thyme Extract?
Thymol and carvacrol are potential skin sensitisers at high concentrations; cosmetic formulations use standardised, diluted extracts (not essential oil) for safe leave-on application.
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