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Lemon Thyme Essential Oil 10ml

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Relaxing, refreshing & herbaceous
A more gentle way to utilise the benefits of Thyme oil
A balancing & relaxing oil that may also be useful for oily skin types

Species

Thymus citriodorus
Origin

Spain
Extraction Process

Steam distillation
Perfume Note

MIDDLE / TOP

Lemon Thyme essential oil is gentler oil than straight Thyme and so is more suitable for use on the skin (although you should still always dilute it in a carrier before application). It contains fewer irritants so there is less possibility of sensitisation. read more

Some find it has a more pleasant fragrance too.

When diluted in a carrier oil you can create a muscle and joint ease rub - especially useful before and after sport or any physical activity. It can be added to chest rubs to ease the symptoms of coughs and colds and can be burned or vaporised for the same reasons. It's an uplifting and relaxing oil which is also lovely when added to a hot bath. It's a good oil to use in the winter months especially. It's antiseptic properties make it useful against insect bites and stings and it can It may also be useful in balancing oily, acne prone skin.

£9.60

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SKU: 128

GTIN (EAN,ISBN): 675235001285

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Species

Thymus citriodorus
Origin

Spain
Extraction Process

Steam distillation
Perfume Note

MIDDLE / TOP

To diffuse in a traditional burner, simply fill dish with water and add a few drops of oil on top before lighting the candle. For electrical fragrancers, follow instructions given by the manual. For massage: dilute in a carrier oil and gently massage over the skin. Add a few drops to a handkerchief or inhale directly from the bottle if you are on the go. Dilute in distilled water and pour into spray bottle for an all-natural room fragrancer.

You may find that Lemon Thyme blends especially well with Cedarwood Atlas, Ravensara, Lavender, Bergamot, Juniper berry, Niaouli and Rosewood.

For many years it was thought that the plant was a hybrid or a cross strain but recent research has confirmed it to be a distinct species as was first claimed in 1811.

Dilute 2-3 drops in 10ml or carrier oil and use as a muscle rub to help ease the muscles and joints after sports and other physical activities. Add a few drops to a base lotion or cream to help balance oily, acne prone skin. Add 2-3 drops to a traditional burner or electric fragrancer to help you unwind and relax before bed.

Dilute in a carrier oil before skin application. Keep away from children and out of eyes. Do not take internally or apply undiluted to the skin. For further advice on using essential oils to treat medical conditions, we recommend you seek advice from a professional.

Please note that Amphora Aromatics Ltd cannot be held responsible for any injury, illness or adverse reaction to any recipes, instructions or advice given. It is the responsibility of the end user to ensure that they have followed the relevant safety protocols and that they are aware of any possible side effects before use. We always advise that a skin patch test is carried out before full usage of any natural product whether purchased from ourselves or elsewhere.

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