INCI name

THYMUS VULGARIS OIL

Thyme oil

An essential oil from thyme used in fragrance.

What it is

Thymus vulgaris oil is the volatile oil obtained from the whole plant of thyme, Thymus vulgaris, of the mint family (Lamiaceae). CosIng lists it as a fragrance and perfuming ingredient.

Where it is used

Found in shampoos, oral care products, massage oils, bath products and scented products.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

As a natural material, its composition can vary between batches and suppliers. Essential oils contain fragrance components that may have to be listed separately on the label.

Functions

Fragrance
Imparting an odour or taste. Creating a perceivable pleasant smell and/or masking a bad smell.
Perfuming
Used for perfume and aromatic raw materials.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (15)

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