irritant
Counterirritant and vasodilator that activates TRPV1 and TRPV3 channels. Produces warming/tingling sensation; in sensitive or rosacea-prone skin, vasodilation triggers erythema and flushing.
Camphor is a irritant backed by a moderate body of supporting evidence (evidence tier 2 of 4). We track 2 studies for it.
The Journal of Clinical Pharmacology · 2004 · observational
Human pharmacokinetic study (three dose groups, n=8 each) of percutaneous absorption from topical patches: even exaggerated camphor, menthol and methyl salicylate dosing gave low plasma levels (camphor peak ~41 ng/mL, half-lives 3-6 h), indicating limited systemic exposure after dermal application; not an irritation or efficacy study.
The Journal of Neuroscience · 2005 · in vitro
Camphor, a major active ingredient in topical analgesic balms and liniments, activated heterologously expressed TRPV1 at higher concentrations than capsaicin via a vanilloid-independent mechanism (active in a capsaicin-insensitive mutant) and desensitized TRPV1 more rapidly and completely than capsaicin. It also blocked TRPA1. Authors propose this underlies camphor's analgesic/counterirritant effects.
In 74 products — most often serums (33), moisturizers (17), cleansers (8), from $10.99 to $298.45. Set up a profile to rank these for your skin. Click any product to learn more.
Kate Somerville
EradiKate Acne Spot Treatment with 10% Sulfur
Serum
$29.0029.6ml · $0.98/ml
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Caution
May aggravate: Rosacea (Camphor); Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Salicylic Acid)
Kate Somerville
EradiKate Acne Spot Treatment with 10% Sulfur
Serum
$29.0029.6ml · $0.98/ml
Ideal for
Caution
May aggravate: Rosacea (Camphor); Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Salicylic Acid)
EradiKate Acne Spot Treatment with 10% Sulfur is a exfoliant by Kate Somerville. Key ingredients include Zinc Oxide, Camphor, Salicylic Acid.
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Set up your skin profileKiehl's Since 1851
Cucumber Herbal Alcohol Free Toner
Toner
$29.00251.4ml · $0.12/ml
Ideal for
Caution
May aggravate: Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Propylene Glycol); Rosacea (Propylene Glycol and Camphor)
Kiehl's Since 1851
Cucumber Herbal Alcohol Free Toner
Toner
$29.00251.4ml · $0.12/ml
Ideal for
Caution
May aggravate: Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Propylene Glycol); Rosacea (Propylene Glycol and Camphor)
Cucumber Herbal Alcohol Free Toner is a hydrating serum by Kiehl's Since 1851. Key ingredients include Propanediol, Propylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol.
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Eve Lom
Serum
$86.36100ml · $0.86/ml
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Eve Lom
Serum
$86.36100ml · $0.86/ml
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Eve Lom Rescue Mask (100ml) is a hydrating serum by Eve Lom. Key ingredients include Water, Glycerin, Alcohol Denat.
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Set up your skin profileUrban Skin Rx
Even Tone Cleansing Bar 3-in-1 Treatment - 2.0 oz
Cleanser
$15.9959.1ml · $0.27/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Propylene Glycol, Witch Hazel and Azelaic Acid); Rosacea (Propylene Glycol, Witch Hazel and Camphor)
Urban Skin Rx
Even Tone Cleansing Bar 3-in-1 Treatment - 2.0 oz
Cleanser
$15.9959.1ml · $0.27/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Propylene Glycol, Witch Hazel and Azelaic Acid); Rosacea (Propylene Glycol, Witch Hazel and Camphor)
Even Tone Cleansing Bar 3-in-1 Treatment - 2.0 oz is a water cleanser by Urban Skin Rx. Key ingredients include Coconut Oil, Glycerin, Sodium Hydroxide.
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Set up your skin profileDermalogica
Dermalogica Acne Clearing Face Wash
Cleanser – for Acne & breakouts, antioxidant_protection
$49.00248.4ml · $0.20/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Shea Butter, Polysorbate 80 and Palmitic Acid); Melasma (Menthol); Perioral Dermatitis (Fluoride)
Dermalogica
Dermalogica Acne Clearing Face Wash
Cleanser – for Acne & breakouts, antioxidant_protection
$49.00248.4ml · $0.20/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Shea Butter, Polysorbate 80 and Palmitic Acid); Melasma (Menthol); Perioral Dermatitis (Fluoride)
Dermalogica Acne Clearing Face Wash is a water cleanser by Dermalogica. Key ingredients include Salicylic Acid, Water, Glycerin.
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Set up your skin profileMario Badescu
Drying Lotion Blemish Spot Treatment - Glass Bottle
Moisturizer
$18.0029.6ml · $0.61/ml
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Caution
May aggravate: Rosacea (Camphor); Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Salicylic Acid)
Mario Badescu
Drying Lotion Blemish Spot Treatment - Glass Bottle
Moisturizer
$18.0029.6ml · $0.61/ml
Ideal for
Caution
May aggravate: Rosacea (Camphor); Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Salicylic Acid)
Drying Lotion Blemish Spot Treatment - Glass Bottle is a acne treatment by Mario Badescu. Key ingredients include Camphor, Zinc Oxide, Talc.
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BVLGARI
BVLGARI Man Wood Essence Parfum 150ml
Toner
$215.90150ml · $1.44/ml
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)
BVLGARI
BVLGARI Man Wood Essence Parfum 150ml
Toner
$215.90150ml · $1.44/ml
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)
BVLGARI Man Wood Essence Parfum 150ml is a skincare product by BVLGARI. Key ingredients include Alcohol Denat, Fragrance, Water.
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Set up your skin profileDermalogica
Deep Acne Invisible Liquid Patch
Serum
$36.0014.8ml · $2.43/ml
Ideal for
Caution
May aggravate: Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Lactic Acid); Rosacea (Lactic Acid, Lavender Oil, Citrus Oils, Camphor, Limonene and Linalool); Psoriasis (Lactic Acid); Seborrheic Dermatitis (Myristyl Myristate, Glyceryl Stearate and Cetearyl Alcohol)
Dermalogica
Deep Acne Invisible Liquid Patch
Serum
$36.0014.8ml · $2.43/ml
Ideal for
Caution
May aggravate: Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Lactic Acid); Rosacea (Lactic Acid, Lavender Oil, Citrus Oils, Camphor, Limonene and Linalool); Psoriasis (Lactic Acid); Seborrheic Dermatitis (Myristyl Myristate, Glyceryl Stearate and Cetearyl Alcohol)
Deep Acne Invisible Liquid Patch is a exfoliant by Dermalogica. Key ingredients include Niacinamide, Propanediol, Glycerin.
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Weleda
Weleda Skin Food Super Serum 30ml
Serum
$22.8030ml · $0.76/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)
Weleda
Weleda Skin Food Super Serum 30ml
Serum
$22.8030ml · $0.76/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)
Weleda Skin Food Super Serum 30ml is a antioxidant serum by Weleda. Key ingredients include Water, Alcohol Denat, Glycerin.
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Liz Earle
Liz Earle Superskin Advanced Lift & Define Serum 28ml
Serum
$66.0428ml · $2.36/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Melasma (Fragrance); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetyl Alcohol)
Liz Earle
Liz Earle Superskin Advanced Lift & Define Serum 28ml
Serum
$66.0428ml · $2.36/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Melasma (Fragrance); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetyl Alcohol)
Liz Earle Superskin Advanced Lift & Define Serum 28ml is a antioxidant serum by Liz Earle. Key ingredients include Water, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride.
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Set up your skin profileEducational information, not medical advice. Study findings summarise the cited research and may not reflect every formulation.