What it is
Thymus Vulgaris Leaf Extract is derived from the leaves of common thyme and contains plant compounds including polyphenols. In cosmetics it is used as a botanical skin-conditioning ingredient and appears in soothing-oriented and supportive formulas, including sunscreens. It is generally present at low concentrations as a secondary botanical.
Safety & warnings
As a thyme-derived botanical, this extract can contain naturally occurring aromatic and terpene constituents; thyme materials may carry sensitivity considerations in individuals reactive to such components, so patch testing is reasonable for very sensitive skin. The leaf extract is used at low levels and is not, as the extract, a standardized fragrance allergen.
Origin & sourcing
It is a plant-derived ingredient extracted from the leaves of the thyme plant, Thymus vulgaris.
History
Thyme has a long history of culinary and traditional herbal use, which informs its use as a botanical cosmetic ingredient.
Questions everyone asks
What plant is this from?
It is extracted from the leaves of common thyme, Thymus vulgaris.
What is its role in a formula?
It is used as a botanical skin-conditioning ingredient and is not a UV filter.