The Oil Garden Thyme (Thymus Vulgaris Herb)

The Oil Garden Aromatherapy THYME

(Thymus vulgaris herb)

Emotional Wellbeing:

Thyme has a powerful, penetrating warm spicy and herbal aroma. Thyme is stimulating, energising and provides encouragement.

Physical Wellbeing:

• Temporary relief of BRONCHIAL COUGH and SORE THROAT and the symptoms associated with LARYNGITIS: (I).
• For the relief of symptoms of DERMATITIS and ECZEMA: (M) with jojoba carrier oil.

Contraindications:

Avoid in cases of high blood pressure, epilepsy and pregnancy.

If symptoms persist seek the advice of a health care professional.

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Methods of Application - The Oil Garden Aromatherapy

Dilution Ratios

*Dilution per 10 ml of carrier oil or base cream.
#Note: some essential oils are contra-indicated for pregnancy.

The Oil Garden Aromatherapy THYME Legend
Massage/Skin Applications (M): Dilute your favourite Oil Garden essential oils according to the above table with 10mL of carrier oil. Massage into the skin to allow essential oils to be absorbed.

Bath (B): Add essential oils to a tablespoon of Vegetable Glycerine, then add blend to bath water. This will ensure the essential oils disperse in the water. If you do not have a bath then a foot bath is a simple alternative.

Inhalation (I): Add 6 drops to 1 litre of steaming water. Cover your head with a towel and inhale the vapours for five minutes. Close your eyes.

The Oil Garden Aromatherapy THYME

Vapourisation (V): Fill your Oil Garden electric or candle vapouriser with water and add a total of 6 drops of your favourite essential oils.

Compress (C): Add essential oil to one tablespoon of Vegetable Glycerine, add mixture to one litre of water (refer to above table for dilutions). Place a soft cloth over the surface, lightly squeeze out excess moisture, and place onto the skin. It is advisable to use the appropriate water temperature for your specific concern.

• Cold Water Sprains, bruises, headaches
• Warm Water Skin treatments
• Hot Water Boils, arthritis, rheumatism
  

The Oil Garden Aromatherapy THYME

Spritzers (S): Dilute the essential oils (refer to above table for dilutions) into Vegetable Glycerine (one teaspoon per 100ml of water), then add to water. Shake well before use.

Direct (D): The following essential oils can be applied direct to the skin as they are already diluted 3% in Jojoba; Chamomile, Roman Chamomile, Jasmine, Neroli, and Rose. Some other essential oils can be applied direct to the skin in adults only, such as Lavender and Bergamot. Please refer to individual oils for further information.