Camphor
Categories: Irritant, Plant Extracts, Fragrance: Synthetic and Natural
Camphor at a Glance
- Aromatic substance
- Sometimes obtained from tree wood
- Produces a cooling effect on skin
- Can cause skin sensitivity with repeated use
- Can also induce sensitivity of the mucus membranes and eyes
Camphor Description
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.
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Camphor References
British Journal of Dermatology, November 2000, issue 5, pages 923-929