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Store:
Rua de Barreiros, 74,
4715-166 Nogueira,
Braga, Portugal

Warehouse:
Rua do Monte de S. Bento, lote 11 e 12,
4705-700 Fradelos,
Braga, Portugal

E-mail:
info@euromipe.com

Phone:
+351 253 257 148 (Seg-Sex: 9h00-19h00) (Chamada para a rede fixa nacional)

Camphor

Camphor

In this category you will find a selection of all the products that Mipmed has with camphor as one of the main raw materials.

Camphor is a medicinal plant, which naturally produces camphor oil, having other names such as Camphor, Camphor-de-garden, Alcanfor, Camphor-da-gardens or Camphorinha.

Camphor oil is therapeutic: soothing, repellent, sedative, analgesic and anti-inflammatory. It can be used in the manufacture of cosmetics and to relieve stress and anxiety.

The scientific name of camphor is Artemisia camphorata vill.

 

 

Ways to use camphor

  • On the skin;
  • In massages;
  • Orally – small drops;
  • ointments, creams and lotions;
  • Various cosmetic products;
  • To moisturize your hair.
  • The parts used in camphor are its branches, leaves and roots to make teas, infusions or poultices.
  • Camphor infusion: place 4 camphor leaves in 1 cup of boiling water and let stand for 10 minutes. Strain and drink 3 cups a day.

 


Camphor properties
The properties of camphor include its antiepileptic, antineuralgic, antirheumatic, antiseptic, decongestant, calming and sedative action.

 

 

Benefits of Camphor


Relieves skin irritations
Many skin creams contain camphor in the composition, to relieve irritation and itching. Contributes to the youth and freshness of the skin. As it has antibacterial and antifungal properties, it protects the skin from infections and prevents the appearance of acne. Treat blemishes and wrinkles.

 

Relieves body aches
Fights mild to moderate pain, given its anti-inflammatory power.

 

Help in treating burns
In addition to being anti-inflammatory, it is also soothing. Therefore, by calming the skin, healing is accelerated and facilitated (study by the University of Medical Sciences of Iran).


Camphor improves breathing
Alleviates the difficulty of breathing felt in colds or in cases of flu. Camphor oil acts as a natural decongestant. Fights cough and sleeplessness, which can be due to breathing difficulties.

 

Cardiac and Neurological Problems
Camphor is used to help treat heart and neurological problems.

 

Others

Muscle pain, bruises, wounds, insect bites and rheumatism. Widely used in muscle problems

 

Camphor contraindications
Camphor is contraindicated for pregnant women, nursing women or young children. (in: https://www.tuasaude.com/canfora/)

When kept on the skin for too long, it can cause irritation. Therefore, it must not be used in excess or for an excessively long time.

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