Thymus Extract

Product Description

1. Molecular Definition Layer: Thymus Extract contains phenolic compounds such as thymol and carvacrol, along with flavonoids that interact with microbial control and oxidative stress regulatory pathways.

2. Cellular Mechanism Layer: It modulates microbial membrane integrity, supports NF-κB inflammatory pathway balance, and enhances keratinocyte oxidative stress resistance under environmental stress conditions.

3. Functional Translation Layer: It translates into skin purifying effects, reduced blemish formation, and improved overall skin clarity and balance.

Product Specification

• INCI Name: Thymus Extract
• CAS No.: N/A
• Source: Leaves of Thymus vulgaris
• Molecular Components: Thymol, carvacrol, flavonoids, phenolic acids
• Appearance: Light brown to dark brown liquid or powder
• Solubility: Water / hydroalcoholic soluble
• COA: Available per batch
• Suggested Usage Level: 0.1–5.0%
• Storage: Cool, dry, sealed storage away from light

Key Benefits & Applications

• Molecular Mechanism: Exhibits antimicrobial activity through phenolic compound–driven disruption of microbial membrane integrity and regulation of inflammatory signaling pathways.
• Cellular Response: Supports reduction of microbial-induced stress on keratinocytes and helps maintain epidermal inflammatory balance under external aggressors.
• Functional Output: Improves skin clarity, reduces blemish formation, and supports purifying and balancing skincare performance.

• Applications: Purifying cleansers for acne-prone skin
• Applications: Sebum-balancing toners and lotions
• Applications: Anti-blemish serums and treatments
• Applications: Scalp purifying and anti-dandruff formulations

Formulation Guidelines

• Suggested Use Level: 0.1–5.0%
• Processing Recommendation: Add in cool-down phase (<45°C) to preserve phenolic activity
• pH Compatibility: 4.0–7.0
• Application Types: Purifying cleansers, anti-acne serums, scalp care products, toners
• Compatibility: Zinc PCA, salicylic acid, niacinamide, panthenol
• Synergy: Molecular network synergy with Zinc PCA via coordinated regulation of microbial proliferation control and sebum-oxidative stress balance, enhancing skin purifying efficiency and reducing blemish-associated inflammatory signaling.