COMBINATION, OILY & BLEMISHED SKIN

INGREDIENT FEATURES

antibacterial

anti-infectious

antiparisitic

antispasmodic

digestive stimulant

neurotonic

sexual tonic

sudorific

general tonic

antimicrobial

antioxidant

antiseptic

aphrodesiac

astringent

bactericidal

balsamic

cleansing

disinfectant

refreshing

stimulating

USER BENEFITS

aids in healing burns and wounds

antiseptic

cleanses

detoxifies

disinfects

encourages cell regeneration

enlivens

firms and contracts exposed tissue

helps alleviate stress and nervous tension

minimizes stretch marks

neutralizes fungi

neutralizes microbes

neutralizes parasites

prevents moisture loss

protects cells against oxidative damage

promotes the healing of tissues

purifies

reduces scarring

stimulates the intellect

strengthens the nervous system

tones and restores venous circulation

USES

acne

allergies

bruises

burns

cuts

dermatitis

eczema

insect bites

oily skin

psoriasis

active

fragrance

ABOUT THE PLANT

Derived from the Greek word 'thumus' meaning 'courage', Thyme is a perennial evergreen shrub with small, stalky stems sprouting small, grey-green fragrant leaves and pale purple flowers. The linalool chemotype is reputedly the most gentle and is native to the sun-exposed Spanish hills and the rocky banks of the Mediterranean sea.

ABOUT THE OIL

Thyme c.t. linalool essential oil is wonderful for supporting the immune system. The oil is anti-infectious, and can be used in the long term to support health. It is gentle but powerful and can be used with children.

The essential oil is mainly located in small glands on the leaves and contains thymol, paracymene and linalool. It is extracted by steam distillation from the leaves and flowering tops of the plants.

OF INTEREST

Thyme is one of the earliest medicinal plants in Western herbal medicine.

Roman soldiers soaked in a bath infused with Thyme oil before battle to absorb its physical healing and spiritually courageous properties.

The Middle Ages saw Thyme prescribed for a wide range of ailments including: paralysis, leprosy, body lice and as a general antimicrobial and antiviral tonic used externally and internally.

As time progressed, the uses of Thyme oil became more broad spectrum. It was employed in pre and post-surgical dressings, to prevent and kill the yellow fever virus (transmitted by mosquitoes) during WWI. More recently, its antioxidant properties have been explored regarding natural food preservation.

Linalool is a softer, non-irritating variety of the thyme plant (from the terpene alcohol linalool content). Active constituents of thyme include: terpenes such as thymol (named for the plant), phenols, labiate tannins and flavonoids. Thyme is so powerful that during World War I it was used to disinfect soldiers’ wounds. It is also included in anti-dandruff products such as shampoos, conditioners and hair rinses and helps keep hair dark and silky.

Linalool

Linalyl acetate

α-Terpineol + borneol Thymol

ρ-Cymene

β-Caryophyllene

Camphene

Carvacrol

β-Myrcene

courage | drive | morale

Key word: AWARENESS

CHAKRA: BASE

balances

boosts courage

calms

encourages tolerance

increases alertness

prevents memory loss

relieves melancholy

strengthens

supportive

uplifting

warming

ENERGETICS

hot

dry

dispels cold wind

increases Qi

stimulates and warms the lungs

tonifies the yang Qi of the heart, strengthening the heartbeat and improving circulation

MAIN ELEMENT: WATER & METAL

SUBTLE AROMATHERAPY

Thyme essential oil is particularly effective for people who are fatigued, depressed or lethargic. It is energizing and helps to dispel despondency. Helping revive and strengthen the body and mind, it is also reputed to stimulate the brain and improve memory, focus and concentration.

AROMA NOTES

warm

herbaceous

pungent

green & medicinal

warm and bright

strongly pungent

woody-herbaceous

medicinal

slightly sweet

BLENDS WELL WITH

Bergamot

Orange

Lemon

Cedarwood

Oregano

Rosemary

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