Thymol
Explained
Thymol is extracted from the oil of the herb thyme but can be created synthetically. It is often used as an antibacterial and antifungal preservative.
This ingredient is slightly soluble in water with a neutral pH but is extremely soluble in alcohols.
According a study on steam distillation, Thymol best absorbs UV radiation at 274 nm.
Thymol has been used as herbal medicine around the world.
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What it does
Antimicrobial
Capable of destroying or inhibiting the growth of microorganisms
Masking
Obscuring or blocking
Alternative names
2-Isopropyl-5-Methylphenol
Isopropyl-M-Cresol
Prevalence
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
0%
Top categories
Treatments
Cleansers
Lip Care
Position
Predominant list placement
Bottom 50%
References
Products with Thymol
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
38597
INCI Name
THYMOL
INN Name
thymol
EC #
 201-944-8
Ph. Eur. Name
thymolum
All Functions
Denaturant, Hair Dyeing, Masking
