Ingredient:
Camphor
Botanical name:
Cinnamomum camphora
Aroma:
Fresh and invigorating, with a hint of menthol and pine
Evidence-based Therapeutic Properties:
• Analgesic (reduces localized discomfort)
• Anti-inflammatory (reduces localized inflammation)
• Antimicrobial (prevents microbial growth)
• Decongestant (clears nasal and chest congestion)
Traditional-based Therapeutic Properties:
• Antispasmodic (calms cramps and tension)
• Circulatory stimulant (enhances blood circulation)
• Expectorant (promotes easier breathing)
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Fun Facts:
Fun Fact 1
Camphor is native to China, India, and Korea. It is designated and protected as a natural monument in Jeju, Korea, and is especially valued for its various cultural and medicinal applications.
Fun Fact 2
Camphor oil has traditionally been used as a remedy for chest congestion and other inflammation-related diseases and concerns, such as rheumatism, sprains, bronchitis, asthma, and muscle pain.
Fun Fact 3
The essential oil of the camphor plant contains monoterpenes, a naturally occurring chemical compound, and has been studied for its tumor-suppressive and anti-mutagenic activities on human cancer cells.
