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(Thymus vulgaris / Thymus zygis)
Traditionally used to support a healthy immune response, is considered a nerve tonic and may have an impact on parasites.

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Red Thyme ct. thymol
Thymus vulgaris / Thymus zygis

Plant Origin: Spain
Method: Steam distilled from plant
Cultivation: Grown using organic methods
Chemical Family: Phenol
Aroma: Fresh, herbaceous
Note (Evaporation Rate): Top-Middle

Key Constituents from GC/MS Analysis Lot# 104
thymol 42.57%
para cymene 20.18%
carvacrol 9.12%
caryophyllene 3.24%
linalool 3.83%
gamma terpinene 4.06%

Red Thyme ct thymol may crystalize some because of the high thymol content. Gently warm the bottle to restore the essential oil back to a liquid state.

The fresh or partially dried leaves and flowering tops of the plant are steam distilled to produce thyme oil. The "first distillation" yields the crude distillate we refer to as Red Thyme oil, which is reddish brown in color and has a warm and spicy aroma. Rectification produces White Thyme oil, a clear or pale-yellow oil with a sweet, fresh and mild aroma. White Thyme oil contains fewer irritants (phenols) than red thyme oil.

Thyme oil that is typically used in aromatherapy is generally rectified and referred to as White Thyme. Simply put, rectification involves fractional distillation of the essential oil in order to remove undesirable/unwanted constituents. The essential oil is put through a second process using a tall, narrow column.

Red Thyme has a much higher level of thymol, which is the major skin-irritating aspect of thyme. Thyme ct thymol is the one most typically used in aromatherapy.

Safety Information
Children: Skin irritation risk.

Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: There is a precautionary and controversial caution for oral use by breastfeeding mothers due to the possibility that the anticoagulant properties may pass into breast milk.

Medication/Health Condition: Caution Orally: Anticoagulant medication (such as aspirin, heparin, warfarin), Hemophilia, Peptic Ulcer, Internal bleeding, and other Bleeding disorders, Major Surgery and Childbirth (up to one week before or after), Severe Hepatic (liver) or Renal (kidney) impairment, Hypertensive or Diabetic Retinopathy, Thrombocytopenia (decreased platelet count), Vasculitis

Therapeutic Uses
Red Thyme essential oil may support, aid, ease, soothe, reduce, calm, relax, promote and/or maintain healthy function of the following:
Antimicrobial
Antiseptic
Appetite, increase
Arthritis
Asthma
Bacteria
Blood Pressure
Breathing, shallow
Bronchitis
Candida
Circulation
Cough
Cold
Cystitis
Digestion, cramps, distention, flatulence, gastric infections, spasms, stimulant
Emphysema
Fatigue, mental, physical
Flu
Gums
Gout
Halitosis (bad breath)
Headaches
Herpes
Infection
Immune system, may promote white blood corpuscles
Injury
Insect deterrent
Joints, minor aches and pains
Lethargy
Menstruation
Mucus
Muscle spasm
Nerves, tonic
Oral, bad breath, gums
Parasites
Perspiration, increase
Respiratory disinfectant
Rheumatism
Scabies
Sciatica
Sinusitis
Skin- abscesses, acne, boils, bruises, burns, carbuncles, cold sores, dermatitis, eczema, insect bites
Stress
Tonsilitis
Uplifting
Urethritis
Uric acid
Virus
Whooping cough
Wounds
Valerie Worwood mentions the value of Red Thyme multiple times in her book: The Complete Book of Essential Oils and Aromatherapy (2012), but in her revised 2016 version, she has switched to using Thyme ct linlool, presumably for it's milder nature when used topically.
In the 2012 version, Worwood shared the following formula for and insect deterrent:
"Mosquitoes are the most aggravating little night raiders and can be dealt with by practically any essential oil, but lavender and red thyme are the best."

Insect Deterrent Synergistic Blend by Valerie Worwood
8 parts Lemongrass
4 parts Red Thyme
4 parts Lavender
4 parts Peppermint
2 drops in 2 tsp carrier for a body rub
5 drops to 1TB Witch Hazel for a body splash (shake well)

Application Suggestions (See Essential Oil Usage for more information and a Dilution Chart.)
Topical: Dilute with a carrier oil, unscented lotion or unscented cream and apply on area of concern or as desired. Consider using a roll-on applicator for ease of application of prediluted oil. Maximum dermal use level is 1.3%. Apply on location of need, temples, neck and so on as desired. Test a small area of skin before covering a large area.

Children: For infants and children, please follow the Dilution Chart on the Babies and Children page but don't exceed 1%.

Inhalation: Diffuse or use a personal Nasal Inhaler. May irritate nasal membranes or skin if inhaled directly from the bottle, diffuser or inhaler as a single oil.

Internal: Red Thyme is suitable for internal use within safe parameters if such use is deemed appropriate. We feel that internal use is rarely *needed* and should only be used with respect for how concentrated the oils are. HEO does not advocate internal use of essential oils without appropriate knowledge and understanding of how to administer, for what purpose, how much, which essential oils, safety concerns and so on. In our experience, essential oils are generally more effective used topically with proper dilution or inhaled. Kurt Schnaubelt, Ph.D. notes that "French aromatherapy literature contains many references to using oils orally." He goes on to note that "generally 1 drop is always enough when ingesting essential oils." A potential toxicity hazard could occur when untrained people use essential oils orally and ingest too much.Keep in mind that while medical doctors or health care practitioners may prescribe essential oils for internal use, they are trained and experienced in the safe application of essential oils. It is not a matter of using "French" or "British" methods, it's a matter of experience and appropriate application. Click here for more information; scroll to the "Internal Use" section.

Testimonies
The following anecdotal testimonies have not been reviewed by the FDA.
The products mentioned are not intended to diagnose, prevent, treat or cure disease.
Information shared on the HEO website is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice given by your trusted health care provider.
We believe that essential oils are provided by the Lord to support our health and well-being.
The Lord is our wisdom, protector and healer.
(Genesis 1:29-30, Ezekiel 47:12)

1. We teachers are exposed to so many different "bugs" at school. The oils definitely help in prevention and faster recovery as well as with classroom cleaning. I used Manuka with just a tiny bit of Red Thyme in a Grapeseed carrier, rubbed on chest and throat to successfully fight off several different upper respiratory bugs. - Suzanne

2. When I begin to succumb to any flu-like illness, I take 2 drops of Red Thyme with fractionated coconut oil in a capsule every hour with a large glass of filtered water until the symptoms abate. It has only taken 4-5 doses to completely resolve all of my symptoms. Sometimes I also boost with a vitamin C. - Lindsay

Safety
Using in high concentrations may result in skin irritation. It is not recommended for use by pregnant women or children.

Avoid contact with the eyes and other sensitive areas. Essential oils are both lipophilic and hydrophobic. Lipophilic means they are attracted to fat— like the membranes of your eyes and skin. They are also hydrophobic, meaning they do not like water. Applying a carrier oil will create another fat for the essential oil to be attracted to other than the membranes of the eyes or skin. Tisserand suggests: "With essential oils, fatty oil has been suggested as an appropriate first aid treatment, though the advantage of saline [eyewash] is that the eyes can be continually flushed, and this is less easy with fatty oil.” We are not aware of a case where essential oil in the eyes caused permanent injury or long-term discomfort, but if you feel concerned, please call your health care provider.

References
Battaglia, Salvatore, The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, 2002, page 271-273.
Purchon, Nerys; Cantele, Lora, Complete Aromatherapy and Essential Oils Handbook for Everyday Wellness, 2014, page.113-114.
Wildwood, Chrissie, Bloomsbury Encyclopedia of Aromatherapy, Bloomsbury Publishing, 1996, page 283.
Worwood, Valerie Ann, The Complete Book of Essential Oils and Aromatherapy, New World Library, 2016, page 563.
Worwood, Valerie Ann, The Complete Book of Essential Oils and Aromatherapy, 2012.

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