The Benefits of Thyme Essential oil

•  Increase Circulation

One of the stimulating components of thyme essential oil can help to possibly improve the circulation in your body, which increases healing and blood flow to extremities and areas that need oxygenation. This can also protect the heart and lower your chances of blood clots, while also helping to keep you active.

•  Boost Immune System

Some of the volatile components of thyme oil, such as camphene and alpha-pinene, are able to strengthen the immune system with their antibacterial and antifungal properties. This makes them effective both inside and outside the body, protecting the mucous membranes, gut and respiratory system from potential infections.

•  Potential Cicatrizant

This is a tremendous property of thyme essential oil. This property may makes scars and other ugly spots on your body vanish. These may include surgical marks, marks left by accidental injuries, acne, pox, measles, and sores.

•  Skin Care

Topical application of thyme oil is very popular on the skin, as it can heal wounds and scars, may prevent inflammatory pain, moisturize the skin, and even minimize the appearance of acne. The mixture of antiseptic properties and antioxidant stimulants in this oil can keep your skin looking clear, healthy, and young.

The Uses of Thyme Essential oil

•  Diffusion

Diffusion is an excellent way to make use of the therapeutic properties of Thyme Oil. A few drops added to a diffuser (or diffuser blend) can help purify the air and bring forth a fresh, serene ambiance that energizes the mind and eases the throat and sinuses.

•  Inhalation 

To benefit from the expectorant properties of Thyme Oil, fill a pot with water and bring to a boil. Transfer the hot water to a heat-proof bowl and add 6 drops of Thyme Essential Oil, 2 drops of Eucalyptus Essential Oil, and 2 drops of Lemon Essential Oil. Hold a towel over the head and close the eyes before bending over the bowl and inhaling deeply. This herbal steam can be particularly soothing for those with colds, coughs, and congestion.

•  Massage

Properly diluted, Thyme Oil is a refreshing ingredient in massage blends addressing pain, stress, fatigue, indigestion, or soreness. An added benefit is that its stimulatory and detoxifying effects can help firm the skin and improve its texture, which can be useful for those with cellulite or stretch marks. An added benefit is that its stimulatory and detoxifying effects can help firm the skin and improve its texture, which can be useful for those with cellulite or stretch marks.

•  Soaps , shower gels

Used on the skin, Thyme Oil may be beneficial for those afflicted with acne to help achieve clearer, detoxified, and more balanced skin. It is best suited for cleansing applications such as soaps, shower gels, facial oil cleansers, and body scrubs. To make an invigorating Thyme Sugar Scrub, combine 1 cup of White Sugar and 1/4 cup of a preferred Carrier Oil with 5 drops each of Thyme, Lemon, and Grapefruit Oil. Apply one palmful of this scrub onto wet skin in the shower, exfoliating in circular motions to reveal brighter, smoother skin.

•  Shampoo

Try adding a drop of Thyme Oil for every tablespoon (roughly 15 mL or 0.5 fl. oz.) of shampoo you use to benefit from the fortifying qualities of Thyme on the hair.