Table 2.
Minimal bactericidal concentrations (MBC) of the selected EOs against S. epidermidis and P. acnes.
| Essential Oils | MBC | |
|---|---|---|
| S. epidermidis (mg/mL) | P. acnes (mg/mL) | |
| Oregano | 1.34 | 0.672 |
| Thyme | 2.60 | 1.30 |
| Lemongrass | 2.44 | 2.44 |
| Tea tree | 5.10 | 2.55 |
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