Name: Thyme Single Essential Oil Thyme

Scientific Name: Thymus vulgaris

Family Name: Labiatae

Overview: Native to the Mediterranean north coast of the wild Thyme, after the spread of Europe all over the world there are currently more than 300 kinds of, although Thyme Essential Oil are from the same species extracted, but because of the different growing places. But because of the different places of growth. It is divided into three kinds, meaning thymol-based thymol thyme, is the most common one; contains the most sedum alcohol sedum alcohol thyme, the most mild and non-stimulating; to the side of the cypress alcohol-based side of cypress alcohol thyme, the highest antiviral efficacy.

It is about 30 centimeters tall, with dark gray-green swirling leaves that give off a strong scent, and small white or purple-blue flowers. From the name thyme, we can understand that the plant is known for its scent, some will emit lemon, orange and aniseed; some will emit a deep, dark scent, suitable for planting in the garden; and the strongest flavor is the thyme grown in Spain. It prefers warm, humid places, so while thyme can be found in Iceland, it is not as fragrant as plants from the Mediterranean coasts of North Africa and Spain.

Thyme single essential oil in the distillation process will produce some changes, so some countries with metal containers to distill thyme, there will be oxidation process, so some essential oils will appear red; but modern distillation plant will be in the purification of a time in the sale, the color will become yellowish, so the color of incense can be seen on the streets of the alcohol Thyme Essential Oil is mostly yellowish. Extraction: distillation of the leaves as well as flowers

Traits: light yellow, with a powerful and stimulating aroma

Volatility: medium plate

Main components: thymol, sedum alcohol, thymol, lobster brain, coriander oleoresinol, turpentine hydrocarbons, butyric hydrocarbons

Properties: Yang

Principal geographical area: France, Spain, North Africa

Functions:

1, circulatory system: anti-infection, stimulate white blood cell proliferation and blood circulation, lower blood pressure, restore vitality, enhance brain function.

2. Digestive system: anti-bacterial, suitable as gastrointestinal purifier, helps digestion, treats abdominal pain and diarrhea produced by bacteria.

3, urinary system: antibacterial function is effective for urethritis and cystitis.

4, reproductive system: reduce menstrual discomfort, menorrhagia, abdominal pain and bloating.

5, skin: treatment of acne, also effective for dandruff or itchy scalp.

6, mood: the odor with strengthening function can uplift the mood, eliminate fatigue and resist frustration.

Use: Please dilute with carrier oil or use under the guidance of an aromatherapist.

Note: High blood pressure, pregnancy is prohibited, do not use for a long period of time to avoid poisoning Humans knew how to use Thyme in the kitchen a long time ago, so it is not only a medicinal herb plant, but also a kind of spice plant. Its English name is the Greek word Thumos, which means scent, so it can be seen that its aromatic qualities, since ancient times.

More than 3,000 years B.C., people in the two river valleys began to use it, the ancient Egyptians as it is a preservative, the ancient Greeks to it into the dish, the father of medicine, Hippocrates, more than 400 kinds of medicines in the list, thyme is one of them, he suggested that people drink it after a meal, that is, the reason for it to help the function of digestion.

The most famous legend of the Romans is that wearing thyme before a battle can inspire courage, and thus passed down to make the Roman soldiers shawl are embroidered with the pattern of thyme; it was also known at that time to drive away poisonous insects, and antidote snake venom.

The plague spread throughout Europe in the Middle Ages, when the Europeans also used it to treat epidemics, leprosy, and later Europeans are used to the court, the court and other public **** places sprayed with thyme water.

After the 18th century, people know more about it, its motivation, stomach, strengthen the nervous system qualities, are one by one recorded in medical books. two world wars at the beginning of the 20th century, the hospitals in Europe to it as a disinfectant. Bergamot, chamomile, cedarwood, juniper berries, lavender, lemon, green flowers, white lasagna, sweet orange, clove, rosemary

Note: Pregnant women are prohibited; belongs to the strong essential oils, do not long-term use, in order to avoid poisoning.