Guide to essential oils

Essential oil of Thujanol thyme

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Very gentle, Thyme thujanol essential oil is recognised by leading aromatherapists as indispensable. A powerful purifier, Thyme thujanol essential oil is recommended as a support during infections. Thyme essential oil is also useful in cases of nervous fatigue.

How to use

  • Skin application and massage

    Skin application and massage

    Suitable

  • Aromatherapy bath

    Aromatherapy bath

    Possible but not recommended

  • Diffusion

    Diffusion

    Possible but not recommended

  • Cosmetic active ingredient

    Cosmetic active ingredient

    Possible but not recommended

  • Food grade

    Food grade

    Appropriate

Features

Properties

Precautions

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Features

Production process

Complete steam distillation

Part of the plant used

Flowering tops

Botanical name

Thymus vulgaris CT thujanol

Warning

The properties, information and methods of use below are quotes from reference books or websites on aromatherapy, hydrolatherapy and phytotherapy. This general information is provided for informative purposes only and in no way constitutes medical guidance. Under no circumstances can this information be used as a substitute for a medical diagnosis, consultation or follow-up, nor can it incur our liability. We recommend that you consult the guide to essential oils before using them, so that you are aware of any precautions that need to be taken. If in doubt, consult a doctor before using essential oils.

Bibliographic references

Baudoux D. (2010) Les cahiers pratiques d'aromathérapie selon l'école française - Pédiatrie. Edition Inspir S.A.

Baudoux D. (2002) L'Aromathérapie - Se soigner par les huiles essentielles. Editions Amyris.

Baudoux D. Les Cahiers Pratiques d'Aromathérapie selon l'école française -Dermatologie. Editions Amyris.

Festy.D (2012) Ma bible des huiles essentielles, Edition Leduc

Franchomme P., Jollois R. et Pénoël D. (2001) L'Aromathérapie exactement. Editions Roger Jollois.

N.A.R.D ( ) Aroma News N°9. Editions Inspir.

Properties

Thyme thujanol essential oil is traditionally used for: Angina, cold sores, herpes, bronchitis, laryngitis, pharyngitis, colds, blocked nose, runny nose, Raynaud's disease.

Health

Wellness

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Properties

Thyme essential oil is renowned for the following health benefits:

  • Rich in antibacterial and antifungal active ingredients

  • Antiviral and immune stimulant

  • Stimulating and regenerating for the liver

  • Circulatory tonic, warming

Uses

It is traditionally used in the following conditions:

  • Respiratory and ENT infections: nasopharyngitis, sore throat, bronchitis, sinusitis, ear infection, rhinitis, flu, etc.

  • Mouth infections: mouth ulcer, herpes, gingivitis, stomatitis, tonsillitis, etc.

  • Urinary tract infections: cystitis, vulvitis, vaginitis, urethritis

  • Gynaecological infections: salpingitis

  • Liver failure, viral hepatitis, cirrhosis

  • Viral infections : herpes labialis and genitalis, condyloma

  • Arthritis, tendonitis, osteoarthritis, neuromuscular disorders

  • Cold extremities (fingers, feet, etc.)

Synergies

  • Mouth purifying: Bay Laurel essential oil

  • Urinary cleansing: Thyme linalool and Rosewood essential oils

  • Helps clear the respiratory tract : Gully Gum Eucalyptus and Saro essential oils,

  • Ravintsara

  • Sanitising, purifying, general : tea tree, Palmarosa, Ahibero, Lemongrass essential oils

  • Skin regenerating : Spike Lavender essential oil

In practice

Throat health: Mix in your oil blend. Apply your mixture locally by massaging or rubbing into the tonsils, 3 times a day.

Air purification: For use in an air diffuser mixed with other essential oils (Saro, Lemon, tea tree, Thyme linalool, Silver Fir).

Skin purification: Mix into your oil blend. Massage or rub the mixture into the affected areas.

Precautions

  • Do not use in pregnant or breastfeeding women and in children under 6 years old.

  • Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.

  • Keep out of reach of children.

  • At high doses, may cause skin irritation.

  • Some natural compounds in this essential oil may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals when incorporated into a cosmetic formulation.

  • Avoid using old or oxidized essential oils. Store away from light and air.

  • As a general rule, always perform a patch test by applying your preparation to the inside of your elbow at least 48 hours before use.

  • For use as a cosmetic ingredient, refer to specific precautions.

  • Always use diluted

Find out more

The name Thymus comes from the Greek thumon , meaning " perfume ", due to thepleasant smell given off by the plant naturally or when burnt. The Ancient Egyptians used Thyme toembalm the dead. The Greeks burnt it as an offering to the gods in temples or public squares. At the time, the plant was thought to be a source of courage. They used it to flavour their dishes and in their baths for its stimulating properties.

The Romans used it in cosmetics, to purify their homes and to flavour cheeses and liqueurs.

This symbol of courage was also used in the Middle Ages, particularly during the Crusades. Damsels would embroider bees fluttering near a branch of Thyme onto scarves before offering them to their knights before they set off.

The genus Thymus comprises many species, around 300. The species vulgaris is familiar from Mediterranean flora, and the Provençal term " farigoule " is used to designate Thyme. The thujanol chemotype is characterised by its good tolerance and powerful action.

I appreciate this essential oil for sore throats

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Good smell, but I need to look into its uses a bit more.

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Excellent!

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Bruno

Quality product

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Eliane

Very effective, take it as soon as you feel a slight sore throat, or a cold coming on.

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Alain

Equivalents

Essential Oils

1 ml = approximately 35 drops (with our Aroma-Zone dropper caps)

Carrier Oils

1 pump (Aroma-Zone aluminium pump) = approx. 0.15 ml

Mass / Volume conversion (for a liquid)

Mass (g) = Density x Volume (ml) at 20°C

Further information

1 full teaspoon = between 3 and 4.5 ml

1 full tablespoon = between 7.5 and 10 ml


However, these spoon ratios depend on a number of factors (e.g. viscosity of the liquid, temperature, depth and size of the spoon, rheological behaviour of the liquid), and we strongly advise you to use precise measuring equipment, such as graduated test tubes, graduated pipettes, and precision scales.

Aromatherapy recipes from the bibliography

EO = Essential Oil VO = Carrier Oil or Macerated Oil

Laryngitis (D. Baudoux)

Health & wellbeingENT problems

  • Rosewood essential oil: 2 drops

  • Niaouli essential oil: 2 drops

  • Thujanol CT Thyme essential oil (can be replaced by Thujanol Marjoram essential oil): 3 drops

Use : 3 drops of the mixture on 1/4 lump of cane sugar or in a teaspoon of olive oil 4 times a day between meals for 5 days.

Sore throat (Aroma News - NARD)

Health & wellbeingENT problems

  • Thyme CT thujanol essential oil (can be replaced by thujanol marjoram essential oil): 4 ml

  • Melaleuca quinquenervia essential oil (Niaouli): 1 ml

  • Mentha piperita essential oil (Peppermint): 0.5 ml

Use: 2 drops on a sugar cube or in a teaspoon of honey or olive oil 4 times a day for 2 or 3 days, and 2 to 3 drops on the lymph nodes in the neck 4 times a day.

Cold sore (oral herpes) (D. Baudoux)

Health & wellbeingSkin problems

  • Ravintsara HE: 1 ml

  • Niaouli essential oil: 1 ml

  • Thujanol CT Thyme essential oil (can be replaced by Thujanol Marjoram essential oil): 1 ml

Use : 1 drop of the mixture 6 to 8 times a day applied topically for 48 hours or more.

Vulvitis (D. Baudoux)

Health & wellbeingGynaecological issues

  • True Lavender essential oil: 1 ml

  • Bay Laurel essential oil: 1 ml

  • Ajwain essential oil: 1 ml

  • Thujanol CT Thyme essential oil (can be replaced by Thujanol Marjoram essential oil): 1 ml

  • Calophyllum inophyllum oil: 20 ml

Use: 4 drops of the mixture applied topically 2 times a day until improvement.

Raynaud's syndrome - cold extremities (primary form) (D. Baudoux)

Health & wellbeingCirculatory disorders

  • Helichrysum Italicum (Immortelle) essential oil: 1 ml

  • Thujanol CT Thyme essential oil (can be replaced by Thujanol Marjoram essential oil): 1 ml

  • Mastic Tree essential oil: 1 ml

  • Tarragon essential oil: 1 ml

  • Mandarin essential oil: 2 ml

Use: A few drops of the mixture applied to the skin 2 to 3 times a day as required.

Note from Aroma-Zone: Mandarin essential oil is photosensitising, so do not expose your skin to the sun after applying this blend.

Intoxication (on medical advice) (D. Baudoux)

Health & wellbeingDigestive problems

Oral use:

  • Levisticum officinale (Lovage) essential oil: 20 mg

  • Apium graveolens (Celery) essential oil: 20 mg

  • Ocimum basilicum ssp basilicum (Tropical basil) essential oil: 20 mg

  • Ledum groenlandicum (Bog Labrador Tea) essential oil: 20 mg

  • Thymus vulgaris CT thujanol EO (Thyme thujanol) essential oil: 20 mg

  • Excipient powder 300 mg to make a capsule n°0 dt 60

  • Have these capsules prepared by your pharmacist.

Use: 2 x 1 capsule a day after meals; repeat as necessary.

AND Cutaneous use:

  • Ledum groenlandicum (Bog Labrador Tea) essential oil: 3 ml

  • Rosmarinus officinalis CT verbenone (Rosemary verbenone) essential oil: 6 ml

  • Thymus vulgaris CT thujanol oil (Thyme thujanol) essential oil: 3 ml

  • Hazelnut oil or transcutol: add 30 ml

Use: 10 drops 3 times a day locally on the liver.

Aroma-Zone comment: Transcutol is a little-used pharmaceutical preparation which allows fats such as essential oils to penetrate the skin easily. It can easily be replaced by a dry carrier oil such as Hazelnut, Kukui or Macadamia oil.

Cold sores (herpes labialis) in adults (Aroma News - NARD)

Health & wellbeingSkin problems

  • Ravintsara essential oil: 5 ml

  • Thujanol thyme essential oil: 2 ml

  • Tea tree essential oil: 3 ml

Use: Local application of 2 to 3 drops 6 to 8 times a day for 2 or 3 days.

Bronchitis (prevention - children over 6 and on medical advice) (D. Festy)

Health & wellbeingChildren's medical care

  • Thyme Thujanol essential oil: 1 drop

  • Ravintsara essential oil: 1 drop

  • Sweet Inula essential oil: 1 drop

  • Rosewood essential oil: 1 drop

  • Sweet Almond oil: 4 drops

Use: Massage the chest, back and arch of the foot with this mixture, morning and evening for one week.

Varicose eczema (D. Baudoux)

Health & wellbeingSkin problems

  • Mentha piperita (Peppermint) essential oil: 0.5 ml

  • Pistacia lentiscus (Mastic tree) essential oil: 1 ml

  • Eucalyptus citriodora (Lemon eucalyptus) essential oil: 4 ml

  • Cupressus sempervirens (Mediterranean cypress) essential oil: 2 ml

  • Laurus nobilis (Bay laurel) essential oil: 2 ml

  • Thymus vulgaris, thujanol chemotype essential oil (can be replaced by thujanol Marjoram essential oil): 2 ml

  • Melaleuca alternifolia (tea tree) essential oil: 4 ml

  • Calophyllum Inophylum (Calophylla) carrier oil: 10 ml

  • Triticum vulgare (Wheat germ) carrier oil: Top up to 100 ml

Use: If accompanied by itching, add 0.5 ml Tanacetum annuum (Annual tansy). Apply 2 to 3 times a day locally to the eczema in addition to taking tamanu oil orally.

Cold sores (Herpes labialis) in children (over 6 years and on medical advice) (D. Baudoux)

Health & wellbeingChildren's medical care

  • Melaleuca alternifolia essential oil (tea tree) or Melaleuca quinquenervia essential oil (Niaouli): 2 ml

  • Mentha piperita essential oil (Peppermint): 1 ml

  • Thujanol Thymus vulgaris essential oil (can be replaced by Thujanol Marjoram essential oil): 2 ml

  • Cinnamomum camphora essential oil (Ravintsara): 2 ml

  • Lavandula latifolia spica essential oil (Spike lavender): 1 ml

  • Argan oil: 3 ml

  • Calendula oil: additional 15 ml

Use: Apply two drops of the mixture topically 8 times a day for 3 to 5 days.

Mouth ulcers, gingivitis and stomatitis in adults (Aroma News - NARD)

Health & wellbeingMouth care

  • Laurus Nobilis essential oil (Bay Laurel): 4 ml

  • Thymus CT Thujanol essential oil (Thyme Thymol) (can be replaced by Marjoram Thujanol essential oil): 3 ml

  • Melaleuca Alternifolia essential oil (tea tree): 2 ml

  • Eugenia Caryophyllus essential oil (Clove): 1 ml

Directions for use: 2 to 3 drops locally 5 times a day.

Cystitis, urinary tract infection (uteritis) in children (over 6 years and on medical advice) (D. Baudoux)

Health & wellbeingChildren's medical care

  • Aniba rosaeodora (rosewood) essential oil: 2 ml

  • Thymus vulgaris CT thujanol essential oil (can be replaced by Marjoram Thujanol essential oil): 2 ml

  • Citrus aurantium fe. (Seville orange) essential oil: 2 ml

  • Cananga odorata totum (complete Ylang Ylang) essential oil: 0.5 ml

  • St John's wort oil: 2 ml

  • Jojoba oil: additional 15ml

Use: apply 6 drops of the mixture to the lower abdomen and lower back 4 times a day for 7 days.

Note from Aroma-Zone: St John's wort macerated oil presents a risk of photosensitisation. Do not expose yourself to the sun after applying this mixture.

'Flu, viral and respiratory infections (Aroma News - NARD)

Health & wellbeingENT problems

  • Ravintsara essential oil: 5 ml

  • Bay Laurel essential oil: 2 ml

  • Eucalytpus Radiata essential oil: 2ml

  • Thyme CT thujanol essential oil (can be replaced by Marjoram Thujanol essential oil): 1 ml

Directions for use: apply 8 to 10 drops on the chest and back 4 to 5 times a day.

Athlete's foot, skin candidiasis in adults (D. Baudoux)

Health & wellbeingSkin problems

  • Egyptian Rose Geranium essential oil: 3 drops

  • Bay Laurel essential oil: 2 drops

  • Palmarosa essential oil: 3 drops

  • Thujanol Thyme essential oil (can be replaced with Thujanol Marjoram essential oil): 2 drops

Use: Apply 2 to 3 drops of the mixture topically 2 to 3 times a day.

Cyanosis (in addition to treatment) (D. Baudoux)

Health & wellbeingCirculatory disorders

  • Helichrysum italicum (helichrysum) essential oil: 1 ml

  • Thujanol CT Thyme essential oil (can be replaced by Thujanol Marjoram essential oil): 2 ml

  • Mediterranean cypress essential oil: 2 ml

  • mastic tree: 1 ml

  • Calophylla inophylla oil: 2 ml

Directions for use : 2 to 3 drops of the mixture applied topically 2 to 3 times a day until a clear improvement is seen.

Small wound (D. Baudoux)

Health & wellbeingSkin problems

  • Gum rockrose essential oil: 1 ml

  • True Lavender essential oil: 3 ml

  • Thujanol CT Thyme essential oil (can be replaced by Thujanol Marjoram essential oil): 2 ml

Directions for use: 3 to 4 drops of the mixture on the wound after cleansing with soap and water, 4 times a day for 4 to 5 days.

Varicose eczema (P. Franchomme)

Health & wellbeingSkin problems

  • Thyme CT thujanol essential oil (can be replaced by thujanol marjoram essentoal oil): 1.5 ml

  • Lemon Eucalyptus essential oil: 1.5 ml

  • Calophylla oil: 10 ml

  • Rosehip OIL: additional 30 ml

Use: 3 to 4 applications a day in situ, adjust as the skin changes.