Thyme - Oil of Releasing & Forgiving

For centuries, Thyme has been used across nations and cultures for incense in holy temples, ancient embalming practices, and warding off nightmares. Just as its history is rich with a variety of uses, thyme’s diverse benefits and uses continue today. Thyme is extracted from the leaf of the thyme plant and is high in thymol. The powerful combination of organic chemicals in Thyme provide a cleansing and purifying effect on the skin; however, because of the prominent presence of thymol, Thyme oil should be diluted with dōTERRA Fractionated Coconut oil before application. Thyme is commonly used to add spice and flavour to a variety of meals and can also be taken internally to support a healthy immune system. Thyme also has the ability to naturally repel insects.

Thyme Essential Oil Uses and Benefits

Feeling mentally lethargic in the middle of the day? For a change of pace, add Thyme to your favourite daytime diffuser blend to get your mental wheels turning. Thyme oil has a stimulating aroma, and adding it to your favourite mid-day diffuser blend will promote a sense of alertness.
Spring clean your skin with Thyme. Because Thyme oil has a cleansing and purifying effect on skin, it is an ideal oil for skin care. To purify and promote healthy-looking skin, dilute one to two drops of Thyme essential oil with dōTERRA Fractionated Coconut Oil and then apply the solution to targeted areas on the skin.
Treat your taste buds to the delicious and cultural tastes of Basil Marinated Roasted Pepper and Manchego Sandwiches. This essential oil recipe combines the nuttiness of Manchego cheese with the dynamic flavors of roasted red peppers, arugula, and essential oils. For a delightful twist to this recipe, replace Basil with Thyme.
Thyme’s internal benefits are not just limited to its flavourful addition to foods; its internal effects are much greater. Taken internally, Thyme oil supports a healthy immune system. To help support your immune system, especially during winter months, add two drops of Thyme to a doTERRA Veggie Capsule and take it internally.
Don’t let those insects bug you, just give them a little bit of Thyme. Thyme oil contains chemical properties that naturally repel insects. To keep those bugs away, place a couple of drops of Thyme oil on a cotton ball and put it in corners where those little creeping crawlies are sure to hide. When gardening, place Thyme oil, diluted with Fractionated Coconut Oil, on your wrists and neck to keep the insects away.
Thyme essential oil is great for enhancing your favourite savoury meals and can be used to replace dried Thyme. To add a fresh herbal flavour to your food, use one to two drops of Thyme in meat and entrée dishes.
Create your own healthy alternative to commercial deodorants with this DIY Essential Oil Deodorant recipe. This recipe is easy to do and is customizable to your preferences. For a herbaceous and floral scent, add Thyme. Incorporating Thyme oil in your personalised deodorant will also have a cleansing and purifying effect on the skin.
Having Thyme on hand in the kitchen will not just prove to be helpful in cooking, but in cleaning as well. Thyme oil is one of the best essential oils for cleaning due to its powerful cleansing properties. Thyme can help to clean surfaces and remove dirt, grime, and unpleasant odors—all without the use of harmful chemicals.