Tuesday, January 11, 2011

Camphor



Botanical Name : Cinnamomum camphora (L) J.S.Presl
Properties : It is found in wood of the camphor laurel. Camphor is readily absorbed through the skin and produces a feeling of cooling similar to that of menthol and acts as slight local anesthetic and antimicrobial substance. The camphor oil is an agent which eases bruises, inflammations, and joint pains