
Highlights
WHAT IS IT?
Face essential oil with 6 ingredients
FEATURES
Detoxifying, antibacterial, soothing, clarifying
BEST FOR
Combination and oily skin (Pitta and Kapha dosha)
CHECKS
Free of harsh chemicals, parabens, sulfates
Who Is It For?
Adults Both Women And MenWhat Does It Help With?
Acne Blemishes Congestion BreakoutsBudget
Mid-rangeHow To Use
Which routine should it be used in?
Instructions:
Key Information
What PRATIMA Skincare Says
Product Description:
A powerful detoxifying ritual, this formula is ideal for blemish and acne-prone skin. Remove deep-seated impurities and combat congestion with antibacterial neem, camphor, and holy basil, while sandalwood, rose, and brahmi soothe irritations and clarify the skin.
About the Brand:
Ingredients Overview
Ingredients List
Neem, Brahmi, Basil, Camphor, Sandalwood, Rose. (certified organic)
Key Ingredients
Neem, Brahmi, Basil, Camphor, Sandalwood, Rose
Ingredients Details
Camphor
Common Name(s): 2-bornanone,2-camphanone,gum camphor
CAS Number: 76-22-2
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides cooling sensation, analgesic, and anti-itch activity through trpm8 and trpv1 modulation.
Why It's Used: Cooling-sensation active with topical analgesic and anti-itch benefits for soothing formulations requiring temperature-sensation modification.
How It Works: Activates trpm8 (cold thermoreceptor) for cooling sensation. at higher concentrations, desensitizes trpv1 (heat/pain receptor) for analgesic activity. penetration enhancement via stratum corneum lipid fluidization. antimicrobial via membrane disruption.
Typically Found In: Cooling balms,topical pain relief,anti-itch products,sensory skincare
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ monoterpenoid sensory active
Secondary Functions: Redness reduction,anti-inflammatory,calming
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.5%โ3%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ from cinnamomum camphora or synthetic
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Plant-derived extract or synthetic.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 2/5 โ low to moderate at high concentrations
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Avoid contact with eyes. can cause skin sensitization at concentrations above eu limit. contraindicated in infants and young children.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes โ particularly recommended for sensitive skin
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Eu max 1.5% (leave-on body). avoid near eyes. do not apply to broken skin. not for infant use near face.
Works Well With: Ceramides,panthenol,allantoin,hyaluronic acid,centella asiatica
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Camphor's concurrent activation of trpm8 (cooling) and desensitization of trpv1 (heat/pain) provides a unique dual sensory modulation that both masks pain (trpv1 desensitization) and replaces it with a pleasant cooling sensation (trpm8 activation) โ explaining the well-documented analgesic efficacy of camphor-containing topical preparations.
Last Verified: Cosing database,cir safety assessment
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12