camphor oil

Pungent tree distillate

Camphor oil is an essential oil extracted from the wood of the camphor tree, with a strong, penetrating medicinal scent.

It has traditional uses in topical remedies for muscle pain, congestion, and skin irritation: She rubbed camphor oil on her chest for the cold.

The oil produces a cooling sensation and appears in balms, liniments, and aromatherapy products.

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Top 500,000
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Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Rated G