In our country, camphor is used in temples, home Thakur room or in various puja rituals. But you may not know, camphor is also used for skin and hair. Camphor is easily absorbed by the skin and provides a cooling sensation. It relieves itching and irritation of the skin, strengthens the hair roots, and also helps in hair growth. Camphor has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-fungal properties. In short, camphor is versatile. So let's know what benefits of camphor for skin and hair. Camphor for skin.
Helps reduce skin itching and irritation: Camphor has anti-fungal and antibacterial properties, which relieves various skin problems such as itching and irritation. Studies have shown that it also plays a special role in wound healing.
Get rid of nail infection and cracked heels Fungal infection of toenails causes a lot of pain, but applying camphor paste can provide relief. Its anti-fungal and antiseptic properties work very well in curing infections. Also, it also gets rid of bacterial infections due to its antibacterial properties. Soak your feet in camphor water for a while and scrub. It gets relief from cracked heels.
Reduces Skin Rashes Camphor has anti-inflammatory properties so it can get rid of skin rashes. Camphor (Camphor) mixed with water and applied on the skin rash, the results will be in hand!
Camphor for Hair:
Strengthens hair roots Some studies have shown that camphor is able to strengthen hair roots. If egg or curd mixed with camphor oil is applied to the hair, it can provide the necessary nutrition to the hair.
Use camphor oil mixed with coconut oil or olive oil to help hair growth, it is especially helpful in hair growth. It increases blood circulation and helps in hair growth.
Camphor is an excellent insecticide that eliminates lice problems. It is very effective in getting rid of lice problem. Bathe with camphor oil or mix camphor oil with coconut oil and apply that oil on the scalp, you will get rid of the problem of lice easily.
Risks and Precautions of Using Camphor:
⇒Poisoning is possible from camphor. Its primary symptoms are convulsions, muscle spasms, nerve effects, confusion, etc.
⇒ Camphor should not be used in those who have liver problems.
⇒ It is better not to use it in those who have asthma problem.
⇒ Keep camphor out of reach of children. It can be very harmful for children.