Acne
mix 3 drops with 1/2 teaspoon (2,5ml) of coconut oil, and massage over open pores and blemishes. The antibacterial properties in thyme linalol oil will protect blemishes from becoming infected and help heal the skin faster.
Arthritis
If you suffer from arthritis or rheumatism you will love the warming properties of thyme oil to help relieve pain and discomfort. Mix 3 drops with 1 teaspoon (5ml) of carrier oil, and gently massage over painful joints.
Athlete's Foot
Mix 2 drops of thyme linalol with 1 teaspoon (5ml) of coconut oil, and gently rub over the infection. Make sure you massage in between the toes. Thyme has excellent anti-fungal properties and helps clear the infection that causes athlete's foot. It also prevents the infection from spreading.
Bronchitis
Thyme oil helps to loosen and clear mucus from building up in the airways, easing the symptoms of bronchitis. Add 3 drops to steam inhalation, or mix 3 drops with 1 teaspoon (5ml) of carrier oil, and massage into the chest area.
Cellulite
Thyme helps to eliminate excess fluid and break up fat deposits, helping to reduce the appearance of cellulite. Mix 4 drops of thyme oil with 1 tablespoon (15ml) of coconut oil, and massage into the areas of concern.
Cold Sores
Keep cold sores infection-free and prevent them from spreading with thyme oil. Add 1 drop of thyme oil and 1 drop of coconut oil on a cotton bud, and gently pat the cold sore. Repeat twice daily.
Cuts & Sores
Keep wounds, cuts, and sores clean and infection-free with thyme oil. Mix 2 drops with 1 teaspoon (5ml) of coconut oil, and massage over the affected area twice daily.
Detox
Thyme oil helps to get rid of body toxins, salts, and wastes that build up in the body's tissues over time. Dilute 4 drops of thyme oil in 1 tablespoon (15ml) of carrier oil and add to a warm Epsom salt bath.
Insect bites & stings
Use thyme oil to keep bites and stings infection-free. Mix 2 drops of the oil with 1 teaspoon (5ml) of coconut oil, and massage over the area of concern twice daily.
Immune system
Thyme oil has antiseptic and antibacterial properties, and therefor acts as a tonic for the immune system, keeping it healthy and strong. Mix 3 drops with 1 teaspoon (5ml) of carrier oil and massage into the feet.
Irregular periods
Thyme oil helps to stimulate menstruation. Mix 3 drops with 1 teaspoon (5ml) of carrier oil, and massage into the abdomen in a clockwise direction.
Mental clarity
Thyme oil helps to clear and invigorate the mind, and promotes focus and concentration. Diffuse 4 drops, or place 2 drops on a tissue and inhale regularly.
Muscular aches & pains
Mix 4 drops of thyme oil with 1 tablespoon of carrier oil and massage into the painful area. Or dilute 4 drops with 1 tablespoon (15ml) of carrier oil and add to a warm bath. Thyme oil eases aches and pains caused by over exercising or sporting injuries.
Poor circulation
Mix 4 drops of thyme oil in 1 tablespoon (15ml) of carrier oil and add to a warm bath, followed immediately by a cool shower for 10-15 seconds. You can also mix 4 drops of thyme oil with 1 teaspoon (5ml) of carrier oil and massage into the feet.
Use: Food flavoring (FEMA n°: 3064 / CoE n°: 465n)
Food dosage: 1 drop in a dish for 5 people (never exceed 2%)
Always use essential oil diluted in a suitable medium (for example vegetable oil, honey, etc.)
Soluble in alcohol, fatty substances (vegetable oils and butter), and emulsions (creams).
Insoluble in water. It is however possible to use it as a mixture in these types of products but pre-mixed with Solubol (in this case you must add 4 times more solubol than essential oil).