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Thyme Oil

Thymus Vulgaris Oil


2Low-moderate risk. Fine for most, occasionally a problem for very acne-prone skin.

Strongly antimicrobial and strongly irritating. Very low use levels.

What it does


antimicrobial

How solid is that number


The rating is graded moderate. Reasonably supported, but from fewer or less direct sources than the best-established ratings.

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Essential oil, representative
Essential oil — representative of the family