Camphor

Camphor works topically by activating nerve endings, producing both cooling and warming sensations. It's commonly found in pain-relief creams and ointments for its ability to enhance the effects of other counter-irritants. For product comparison, Camphor should be checked by exact form, plant part or compound type, standardization, amount per serving, and whether it is listed as an active ingredient, other ingredient, or part of a blend. Useful database notes include what it is used for, where it occurs naturally or how it is commonly sourced, and what shoppers should verify on the Supplement Facts label.