Thymus Vulgaris Extract
Irritancy: unknownComedogenicity: unknownPerfuming
The details
This ingredient comes form the common thyme plant. It has skin conditioning and perfuming ingredients. In-vitro studies show strong antioxidant activity due to the high phenolic content of thyme. Studies also demonstrate it has antimicrobial activity against acne-related bacteria. A 2017 study found this extract exhibited anti-inflammatory effects. However, this ingredient does have sensitization potential due to its terpene content. Terpenes are among the most common causes of contact dermatitis. This is kind of a double-edged sword situation where the same compounds that give it antimicrobial power can also irritate reactive skin.
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thymus vulgaris extract