Guide to Thyme Essential Oil

Benefits

Ways to use

Disinfectant and insect repellent

Thyme oil has antimicrobial and insecticidal properties which makes it a good surface cleaner and insect repellent.

Step 1:

Combine one cup vinegar and one cup water in a spray bottle

Step 2:

Add 30 drops of thyme oil to the spray bottle

Step 3:

Shake bottle to combine well

Step 4:

Spray on countertops, floors, sinks and other surfaces

Hair care

Thyme oil can be added to shampoos, conditioners or hair masks to control dandruff, eliminate lice and soothe scalp.

Step 1:

Add a drop of thyme oil to a tablespoon of shampoo

Step 2:

Apply shampoo oil mixture to hair

Step 3:

Rinse off

Herbal steam

This steam inhalation is soothing for those with cold, cough and congestion

Step 1:

Fill a pot with water

Step 2:

Bring water to boil and switch off

Step 3:

Add 6 drops of Thyme essential oil to water

Step 4:

Hold a towel over the head and close the eyes before bending over the water

Step 5:

Deep Inhale the steam

Safety

• Avoid use of Thyme essential oil around pets
• Avoid contact with eyes, nose, and sensitive areas.
• Never apply essential oils to the skin or scalp directly. It is highly recommended to dilute the oil using a carrier oil to avoid skin irritation.
• Do a patch test before topical use to make sure there are no allergic reactions to any essential oil.
• If you are pregnant, nursing or taking medication; consult a physician before use.
• Keep away from pets