Preparation, characterization andin vitroantimicrobialactivity evaluation of thyme essential oil formulation totreat skin infections
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2020
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University of El Oued
Abstract
The aim of the present study was to develop and evaluate a topical formulation containingThymus fontanesiiBoiss. & Reutessentialoilthat could serve as an antimicrobial agent forthe treatment of various skin diseases caused by bacteria,yeastanddermatophytes.Theselected formulationexhibited a significant antimicrobial activity against all tested strains,betterconsistency, good homogeneity, no skin irritation and good stabilityforsixmonths at25 ± 2°C.Our results demonstrate thatthe formulationcould beused safely as topicalpreparationto treat skin diseases caused by the tested microorganismsinto the future
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Thyme, Essential oil, Antimicrobial activity, Skin irritation, Cutaneous infections
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