Camphor (Cinnamomum camphora) is a terpene (organic compound) that’s commonly used in creams, ointments, and lotions. Camphor oil is the oil extracted from the wood of camphor trees and processed by ...

Overview: Camphor is a substance that comes from the camphor tree (Camphora officinarum). It can be toxic when taken by mouth, but products that contain diluted camphor are generally safe to inhale or ...