Thymus Vulgaris Extract
What Thymus Vulgaris Extract is & what it does
A thyme extract with antioxidant and purifying properties that helps tone and support blemish-prone skin. It is mildly astringent.
Is Thymus Vulgaris Extract safe?
Thymus Vulgaris (thyme) Extract is a botanical used at low levels in skincare and is generally well tolerated, though potent herbal extracts can occasionally irritate sensitive skin. Its tolerability depends on concentration and the rest of the formula. Patch testing a new product is a sensible precaution.
What does Thymus Vulgaris Extract do in skincare?
Thymus Vulgaris Extract is used as an antioxidant and conditioning ingredient, drawing on the naturally aromatic, herbal compounds in thyme. It often appears in toners and treatment products as a botanical support active. Its effect depends on how much is used and the overall formula.
Is Thymus Vulgaris Extract natural or synthetic?
Thymus Vulgaris Extract is natural, obtained from the thyme plant. It is a botanical extract rather than a lab-synthesized compound. As a plant-derived ingredient, it is typically suitable for vegan formulas.
Sunscreens with Thymus Vulgaris Extract
We rate 30 sunscreens that contain it, showing the top 10 by overall score:
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Anessa Essence Uv Sunscreen Mild Milk Spf 35 Pa++++
94/100
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AHC Masters Cream To Sun Sherbet SPF50+ Pa++++
93/100
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D'ALBA PIEDMONT Waterfull Purple Correcting Tone-up Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++
87/100
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The Face Shop The Therapy Vegan Moisturizing Sun Serum SPF 50+ PA++++
85/100
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Earth Rhythm Sun Serum SPF 50 UVA & UVB
81/100
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NERISH Parsley Calm Green Sun Cream
80/100
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Face Republic Calming Relief Sun Lotion SPF 50+ Pa++++
79/100
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The History of Whoo In Hea Yoon Wrinkle Sun Cream SPF 50+
79/100
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Dr MedM+ UV-guard Sunscreen SPF 50
76/100
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Quickfx Sun Block Spf 50 Pa+++
74/100