Camphor
INCI: Cinnamomum, Cinnamon, Cinnamomum Camphora
Also known as: Cinnamomum, Cinnamon, Cinnamomum Camphora
Aromatic substance Sometimes obtained from tree wood
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What Is Camphor?
Aromatic substance obtained from the wood of a tree common to Southeast Asia, Cinnamomum camphora or manufactured synthetically.
When applied to the skin, camphor produces a cooling effect, which can cause skin sensitivity with repeated use. Inhaling camphor at concentrations of 2 ppm (parts per million) or more may cause sensitivity of the mucous membranes. Camphor can also cause skin and eye sensitivity on contact.
Benefits for Your Skin
Clinical Evidence & References
Published Research
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Camphor: Traditional uses and skin irritation potential Contact Dermatitis, 2011
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