Table 1.
Minimal inhibitory concentration (MIC) of the seven tested EOs against S. epidermidis and P. acnes.
| Essential Oils | MIC | |
|---|---|---|
| S. epidermidis (mg/mL) | P. acnes (mg/mL) | |
| Oregano | 0.67 | 0.34 |
| Thyme | 1.30 | 0.65 |
| Lemongrass | 1.22 | 1.22 |
| Tea tree | 1.27 | 1.28 |
| Lavender | 2.52 | 2.52 |
| Mentha | 5.28 | 2.60 |
| Chamomile | 6.22 | 3.18 |