Camphor essential oil comes from Camphor trees. The Camphor tree grows 35 meters tall. Camphor trees are native to Taiwan, China and Japan. Camphor was traditionally used in Persia against infection and during plagues. White Camphor oil only is used in Aromatherapy. The yellow and brown Camphor oil has toxic effects as it is too high in a compound called safrole.

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Aromatherapy

The study of Aromatherapy – the medicinal use of essential oils – falls under the new science called Psychoneuroimmunology, which is the study of the interaction of your psyche, nervous system and immune system. Science has shown that when you have a positive outlook and feel relaxed your immune system works better.

Aromatherapy and the use of essential oils and resins from plants have been used in cultures globally since Biblical times. They were in such demand that they played an important role in international trade around the globe. In Egypt, high priests recorded the many medicinal uses of essential oils on papyrus paper. Records show the Chinese used aromatic herbs and massage over 2000 years ago. In Indian Ayurvedic medicine, essential oils were and still are used in massage and on pressure points to correct underlying imbalances and to improve health.

Essential Oils

Essential oils have been used around the globe for centuries. They are used for both pleasure and medicinal purposes. Medicinally, essential oils have been used in Aromatherapy for centuries. Due to these oil's biochemical makeup, they possess healing properties that can have a positive effect on health. 

Because essential oils are volatile, meaning they can evaporate into the air, especially when added to hot water, they can be breathed in through your respiratory system. This can have a local effect on your sinuses, nasal passages and lungs. 

They can even enter your blood circulation when inhaled, which will then have a biochemical effect on your entire body. 

Topically essential oils work by penetrating your skin to affect an area locally and by penetrating your skin a small amount can enter your bloodstream affecting your whole body. Applied topically, essential oils are absorbed through the olfactory nerve in your nose affecting your brain and nervous system. These various pathways can affect your health both mentally and physically. 

Health Benefits of Camphor Essential Oil

Camphor oil, apart from having a cool, penetrating and lasting aroma, has many medicinal properties. The various components in Camphor oil are Alcohol, Borneol, Pinene, Camphene, Camphor, Terpene and Safrol. Based on these compounds, Camphor acts as a disinfectant, antiseptic and decongestant.

You can use Camphor for skin infections, rashes, acne, eczema or psoriasis works by killing bacteria, yeast and fungus that may be contributing to your skin symptoms.

Camphor can also be used for coughs, colds, bronchitis, pneumonia and other forms of respiratory infections. When inhaled, Camphor kills the bugs responsible for causing your respiratory infection and it dries mucus so it acts as a decongestant. Camphor is a very efficient antispasmodic and gives immediate relief from spasmodic coughs.

Topically: in a carrier oil like Jojoba, Sweet Almond or Grape Seed Oil:

• rashes
• skin infections
• eczema, psoriasis
• acne
• fungal skin infections – ringworm, athlete's foot, fungal toenails

Inhaled via steam inhalation, vaporizer, bath, diffuser or humidifier:

• coughs, colds
• sinus infections
• bronchitis, laryngitis, pneumonia
• croup

How Can I Use Camphor Essential Oil?

Essential Oils can be:

• inhaled through steam inhalation, humidifiers, diffusers, and vaporizers
• added to a carrier oil and applied to your skin directly or as a hot or cold compress
• spritzed onto objects like pillows, bedding and furniture
• added to infusers, potpourri and candles to enhance the odour of an indoor space
• applied to the skin as perfume
• used as a gargle or mouthwash, added to toothpaste, soaps, cleaning solutions, lotions and creams, face and body spray
• added to baths, hot tubs, Jacuzzis, hand and foot baths and saunas

What Essential Oils Mix Well With Camphor?

• oregano
• Rosemary
• tea tree
• thyme
• wintergreen
• chamomile, lavender