A tough, white, aromatic resin, or gum, obtained from different species of the Laurus family, esp. from Cinnamomum camphara (the Laurus camphora of Linnæus.). Camphor, C10H16O, is volatile and fragrant, and is used in medicine as a diaphoretic, a stimulant, or sedative.
originally, a gum resembling ordinary camphor, obtained from a tree (Dryobalanops aromatica formerly Dryobalanops camphora) growing in Sumatra and Borneo; now applied to its main constituent, a terpene alcohol obtainable as a white solid C10H18O, called also Borneo camphor, Malay camphor, Malayan camphor, camphor of Borneo, Sumatra camphor, bornyl alcohol, camphol, and borneol. The isomer from Dryobalanops is dextrorotatory; the levoratatory form is obtainable from other species of plants, and the racemic mixture may be obtained by reduction of camphor. It is used in perfumery, and for manufacture of its esters. See Borneol.
Used as an antiseptic, stimulant, and anti-inflammatory ingredient in toners, aftershaves, lipbalms, and after sun preparations.
Reduces oiliness and helps refine pores.
An agent derived from a cinnamon tree that's used to relieve pain and itching.
a mild antiseptic derived from the wood of the tropical camphor tree that is used to treat oily, blemish-prone skin.
a cooling agent; may help alleviate the symptoms of itching and irritation.
Fragrant crystals or thick oil from the Cinnomonum camphor tree requires at least 50 years of growth to produce this odorous material. It is warming, fragrant acrid to taste. Known to be astringent, antibacterial, stimulates central nervous system, stimulates blood and energy circulation. Used for stomachache, traumatic injuries, arthritis, muscle aches, insect repellent, sore throat. Has a refreshing and slightly disinfecting effect.
Source Camphor tree Purpose Cooling and stimulating. A preservative.
a resin obtained from the camphor tree; used in making celluloid and liniment
reduces oiliness, refines pores, prevents bacteria
Cooling, highly stimulating herb. Used for oily skin and acne.
natural herbs used for acne, they act as cooling agents Carotenoids are a class of easily assimilated antioxidants, which are also present in a wide range of fruit and vegetables.
an extract from the camphor laurel tree. Used in households to deter moths in cupboards
Camphor is an aromatic crystalline compound, obtained naturally from the wood or leaves of the camphor tree. It is used in medicine chiefly in external preparations to relieve mild pain and itching.
A substance that comes from the wood and bark of the camphor tree or is made in the laboratory. It has a very unique smell and taste and is used in commercial products (for example, mothballs). Camphor is used in topical anti-infective and anti-pruritic (anti-itching) agents.
A white transparent waxy crystalline solid with a strong penetrating pungent odor. Can be used for medicinal purposes as well as embalming. Some foreign countries use small amounts for candy flavoring, but in large quantities, ingesting camphor can be poisonous and fatal.
an anti-infective agent with a unique taste and smell, cools and refreshes itchy skin.
