Thyme Essential Oil

Thyme Essential Oil is obtained by steam distillation from the flowering tops of Thymus zygis, a thyme variety native to Spain. The resulting oil is herbaceous with a light spicy note, a profile often described as balanced. While it is sometimes listed as Thymus vulgaris oil, Spanish Thyme remains milder than other thyme types, which allows it to fit comfortably in personal care, household, aromas, and wellness formulations.

Formulators value this oil for its potency without an overly sharp profile. It is a key note in purifying blends, functional fragrances, and botanical beauty products. The oil’s natural thymol and phenolic content lend both a lasting scent and consistent behaviour in both oil- and water-based formulations.

HBNO offers Thyme Essential Oil from Spain in bulk, meeting the demands of private labels, aromatherapy brands, and makers of functional, plant-based products.

Key Benefits of Thyme Essential Oil

• • • Produces a potent herbal aroma, enhancing purification and revitalization in blends.

    • Softer profile than red thyme, making it preferred for fragrances and personal care.

    • Contains harmonious concentrations of thymol and carvacrol, ensuring lasting scent.

    • Versatile for functional aromatherapy, natural cleaning, and men’s grooming.

    • Compatible with oils, balms, and emulsified preparations like sprays and rinses.

    • Favored by wellness and plant-based cosmetics brands.

Product Usage

Aromatherapy and Perfumes

• • • Diffusers: A signature in energizing and clarifying blends for spa and home care.
      

    • Natural Perfume: Acts as a dominant top/middle note in herbal or spicy scent stories.
      

Personal Care

• • • Cleansers & Toners: Present in balancing gels, purifying rinses, and refreshing mists for oily and combination skin.
      

    • Shampoos & Scalp Oils: Formulated for revitalising scalp treatments and clarifying shampoos that require a crisp, herbal note.
      

    • Deodorants: Incorporated in roll-ons and creams where a green, fresh scent and antimicrobial support are valued.
      

    • Soaps & Cleansing Bars: Chosen for its penetrating scent and effective grease-cutting properties in cold-process and syndet bars.
      

    • Beard Oils & Men’s Care: Featured in small-batch grooming lines for its woody, herbaceous character that appeals to a masculine sensibility.
      

Home Care

• • • Room Sprays: Blended into herbal air misters aimed at refreshing small spaces and neutralising unwanted odours.
      

    • Surface Cleaners: Included in plant-based formulations for countertops, baths, and multi-surface cleaners, providing odour-cutting power.
      

    • Candles: Incorporated into herbal and citrus-forward lines to create a bright, outdoorsy burn that clarifies the environment.
      

Culinary Applications

• • • Flavoring Agent: Used in savory sauces, marinades, spice blends, and meat rubs for its strong herbaceous character.

Applications of Thyme Essential Oil in Product Formulation

For Fragrance and Perfume Brands:

Thyme Oil appears frequently in diffuser and inhalation blends. It harmonises particularly well with eucalyptus, rosemary, tea tree, and bright citrus notes, creating synergies that feel both cleansing and invigorating.

For Home Care Formulators:

Spanish Thyme Essential Oil lends its bracing, herbal character to natural cleaners, room sprays, and laundry additives. The potent, botanical aroma and strong antimicrobial rapport permit expressive scent layering in air care and surface cleaners while upholding a natural brand ethos.

For Body Care Formulators:

Thymus zygis oil shines in facial cleansers, toners, lotions, scalp serums, and cold-process soaps formulated for oily and congested skin. Its fresh herbaceous bouquet adds depth without overpowering, making it well-suited for both unisex and subtly masculine product lines.

Safety and Shelf Life

• • • Internal Use: Only use oils explicitly labeled food grade for dietary applications.

    • Safety: Conduct a patch test when using topically; discontinue if irritation occurs.

    • Shelf Life: 1–2 years if stored away from heat, light, and oxygen exposure.

    • Storage Recommendation: Store in amber or opaque containers to prevent oxidation; refrigeration optional but may extend shelf life.

    • Children: Safe for children aged 2+ when diluted; consult a healthcare provider before internal use.

FAQs About Thyme Essential Oil

• What sets Thymus zygis apart from Thymus vulgaris oils?
  Both derive from thyme plants, yet Thymus zygis is gentler and scent-friendly, excelling in fragrance-dependent and cosmetic uses. Thymus vulgaris (chemotype thymol) has a sharper, more medicinal aroma and is typically more concentrated.

• Can Spanish Thyme Essential Oil comply with clean-label demands in home care?
  Absolutely. Its herbal profile and potent aroma fit seamlessly in plant-derived formulations marketed as natural, from surface cleaners to home scent.

• How does Thyme Spain Oil interact with citrus and wood notes?
  It blends beautifully with fresh citrus like lemon and bergamot, pairs nicely with herbaceous rosemary, and harmonizes with cedarwood, enhancing both aroma and functional properties.

• What documentation does HBNO provide to bulk customers?
  HBNO offers several documentations according to your needs.

• Is Thyme Spain Essential Oil produced sustainably?
  Yes, HBNO guarantees full traceability and practices ethical harvesting for all bulk Thymus zygis supplies.

HBNO® is a leading supplier of Thyme Essential Oil.

We supply any quantity of oil to anywhere in the world. HBNO® Thyme Essential Oil ships wholesale in bulk containers of various sizes, including 1 gallon, 5 gallons, 20 liters, or in any other quantity required by our clients. HBNO® also provides a full turn-key private label service of Thyme Essential Oil.

Prompt dispatch from HBNO®'s 100,000 sq foot California warehouse.

• • • Technical documents, SDS, Specification, COA available upon request.

    • Bulk drum and private labeling services available.