What it is
Thymus Quinquecostatus Extract is obtained from a wild thyme species native to East Asia, whose aerial parts contain aromatic compounds, flavonoids, and other polyphenols. It is used in skincare as a botanical conditioning and antioxidant ingredient and is often featured in East Asian formulations. It is typically present at low concentrations as a supporting botanical.
Safety & warnings
As a botanical thyme extract used at low levels, it is generally well tolerated, though thyme-derived materials contain aromatic constituents that can be sensitizing for some users; patch testing is reasonable for very reactive skin.
Origin & sourcing
Natural, plant-derived. It is produced by extracting the aerial parts of Thymus quinquecostatus, a wild thyme species, usually with water or glycol solvents.
History
Wild thyme species have a long history of culinary and traditional herbal use in East Asia and have been adopted as botanical ingredients in cosmetics.
Questions everyone asks
What is this ingredient?
It is an extract of a wild thyme species native to East Asia, used as a botanical conditioning and antioxidant ingredient.
Is it a UV filter?
No. It is a botanical additive used for skin conditioning and antioxidant support, not for UV protection.