Herbal

Thyme

Note Profile

Botanical 421 perfumes

Also Known As

Red Thyme, White Thyme, White Thyme Absolute

About

Sharp, medicinal herb

Scent Profile

Thyme has a sharp, green-herbal aroma with pronounced medicinal and slightly spicy facets. Its scent is fresh, camphoraceous, and can display subtle earthy and woody undertones as it develops. The overall impression is invigorating and aromatic, with a persistent herbal clarity.

ScentWheel

Breadthfocused

EnvelopeHeart · ~6h lasting

Family Green & Aromatic

Read off the wheel, not a label applied to the note.

What this is made of

Thyme oil, red

A natural extract

CAS 8007-46-3

Thyme oil, red (IFRA NCS). The white oil is rectified and milder; red is the default perfumery material.

How the layers join

Origin

Thyme essential oil is obtained primarily from the leaves and flowering tops of Thymus vulgaris, a Mediterranean herb. The oil is typically extracted through steam distillation, yielding a product rich in thymol and other aromatic compounds.

Usage in Perfumery

Perfumers use thyme mainly in the top and heart notes to impart freshness and a natural herbal character. It blends well with other aromatic herbs, citrus, woods, and spices, and is often found in fougère, chypre, and masculine compositions to add complexity and lift.