Camphor oil is beneficial in many ways.
This ingredient may sound familiar since it's found in commercial ointments and skin care products, like Ben Gay and Vicks Vapor Rub.
These products alleviate sore muscles and joints.
Vicks Vapor Rub releases fumes when applied to the skin.
Inhaling these fumes eases coughs and congestion.
Just a small amount of camphor is found in each and is considered to be safe by the FDA.
Camphor is a slippery substance extracted, by steam distillation, from the wood and root of the camphor tree, Cinnamomum Camphora.
It takes fifty years for this tree to produce camphor oil.
The oil has a sharp, penetrating, scent similar to turpentine.
It has different colors: brown, yellow and white.
White camphor is the one found in commercial or homemade skin care products.
It's relatively, non-toxic, non-sensitizing and non-irritating.
On the other hand, brown and yellow camphor are toxic and carcinogenic.
Synthetic camphor, made from turpentine oil, is used often as a replacement.
BENEFITS OF CAMPHOR Relieves: flu, bronchitis, cold, coughs Relieve sore muscles and joints Relieves painful rheumatoid arthritis Reduces inflammation & redness; offers acne relief Antiseptic Anti-bacterial Calms nerves; aids depression Boosts circulation; increases blood flow Insecticidal: repels moths, worms and flies MAKING HOMEMADE SOAP A camphor essential oil blend can be used for making homemade soap! This homemade soap may benefits acne or oily skin.
It's antiseptic properties help to prevent the spread of bacteria.
It's cooling properties soothe acne or pimples.
The inflammation and redness of acne can be reduced.
It provides, overall, acne relief! Follow your homemade soap recipe, closely.
It only take s drop or two of camphor oil to provide maximum skin care benefits.
Blend it with complimentary fragrances, such as: orange blossom, basil, eucalyptus, lavender.
rosemary, frankincense and other citrus or spice oils.
CAUTIONS OF CAMPHOR OIL: Never ingest, keep away from children and pets, avoid if have asthma or epilepsy, avoid is using homeopathic treatment, discontinue use if skin becomes irritated.
CAUTIONS OF ESSENTIAL OILS Caution should be used with any essential oils, including camphor.
Why? Essential oils contain bioactive ingredients.
This means, they contain natural chemicals that interact with biological systems.
So what should you do? Never use large amounts externally or internally.
Never use straight.
Always dilute in carrier oil, soap, lotion or other buffering agent.
Never use without knowing what their bioactive compounds are known to do.
Essential oils are potent! Use with care!
This ingredient may sound familiar since it's found in commercial ointments and skin care products, like Ben Gay and Vicks Vapor Rub.
These products alleviate sore muscles and joints.
Vicks Vapor Rub releases fumes when applied to the skin.
Inhaling these fumes eases coughs and congestion.
Just a small amount of camphor is found in each and is considered to be safe by the FDA.
Camphor is a slippery substance extracted, by steam distillation, from the wood and root of the camphor tree, Cinnamomum Camphora.
It takes fifty years for this tree to produce camphor oil.
The oil has a sharp, penetrating, scent similar to turpentine.
It has different colors: brown, yellow and white.
White camphor is the one found in commercial or homemade skin care products.
It's relatively, non-toxic, non-sensitizing and non-irritating.
On the other hand, brown and yellow camphor are toxic and carcinogenic.
Synthetic camphor, made from turpentine oil, is used often as a replacement.
BENEFITS OF CAMPHOR Relieves: flu, bronchitis, cold, coughs Relieve sore muscles and joints Relieves painful rheumatoid arthritis Reduces inflammation & redness; offers acne relief Antiseptic Anti-bacterial Calms nerves; aids depression Boosts circulation; increases blood flow Insecticidal: repels moths, worms and flies MAKING HOMEMADE SOAP A camphor essential oil blend can be used for making homemade soap! This homemade soap may benefits acne or oily skin.
It's antiseptic properties help to prevent the spread of bacteria.
It's cooling properties soothe acne or pimples.
The inflammation and redness of acne can be reduced.
It provides, overall, acne relief! Follow your homemade soap recipe, closely.
It only take s drop or two of camphor oil to provide maximum skin care benefits.
Blend it with complimentary fragrances, such as: orange blossom, basil, eucalyptus, lavender.
rosemary, frankincense and other citrus or spice oils.
CAUTIONS OF CAMPHOR OIL: Never ingest, keep away from children and pets, avoid if have asthma or epilepsy, avoid is using homeopathic treatment, discontinue use if skin becomes irritated.
CAUTIONS OF ESSENTIAL OILS Caution should be used with any essential oils, including camphor.
Why? Essential oils contain bioactive ingredients.
This means, they contain natural chemicals that interact with biological systems.
So what should you do? Never use large amounts externally or internally.
Never use straight.
Always dilute in carrier oil, soap, lotion or other buffering agent.
Never use without knowing what their bioactive compounds are known to do.
Essential oils are potent! Use with care!