Camphor Oil

Botanical Name: Cinnamomum camphora

Chemotype / Variety: White

Origin: India

Method: Steam Distilled

Plant Part: Wood

Note: Base

Family: Lauraceae

Synonym: White Camphor

Blends Well With Eucalyptus, and other camphoraceous aromas

Aroma: Peppery, medicinal, leafy, and fresh

Consistency: Thin

Color: Clear

Slowing down and breathing deeply can be difficult when life moves fast. It has long been understood by physicians and therapists that taking a deep breath can inspire tranquility and stillness.

Camphor essential oil encourages full breathing through its clean, bright aroma. Perhaps not surprisingly, Camphor is a primary ingredient in many commercial cough, cold, and congestion products, including salves and vapor rubs.

The penetrating, medicinal aroma of Camphor is associated with chest rubs and balms for muscles and joints. It is often blended into balms, massage oils, and crèmes to soothe the bodies of athletes. Camphor essential oil produces either a warming or cooling feeling. Camphor may also be used to repel flying insects or to refresh a musty linen closet.

The trees produce an abundance of branches and small clusters of white flowers and bright red berries. Highly recommended for aromatherapy, our white Camphor essential oil is rectified for safety. Brown and yellow camphor oil are crude and toxic and should be avoided, even externally.