Camphor; an Organic Compound Commonly Used In Creams, Ointments, and Lotions
Camphor Camphor is a waxy, colorless solid with a strong aroma. It is found in wood of the camphor laurel, a tree found in East Asia and in the kapur tree, a tree from South East Asia. It is naturally occurring terpene that has numerous beneficial effects on the skin, hair and health. Camphor (Cinnamomum camphora) is an organic compound often used in creams, ointments, and lotions. Camphor oil is the oil extracted from the wood of camphor trees and processed by the steam distillation. It can be also used topically to relieve pain, itching, and irritation. Camphor is a common ingredient in a number of products used to treat pain, inflammation, and itchiness. It also has anti-bacterial, antifungal and anti-viral properties that help to improve overall health. It is used topically to help relieve pain and also as a topical antiseptic. May also be used in vaporizers to help suppress coughing. Traditional medication utilizes camphor's ability for resuscitation, heat clearance, ...