Menthol is an organic compound, specifically a monoterpenoid, that occurs naturally in the oils of several plants in the mint family, such as corn mint and peppermint. It is a white or clear waxy …

Sep 1, 2019 · Menthol, also called peppermint camphor, is used in many products such as crystals and cigarettes. Learn about its uses, benefits but also side effects. Dr. Axe

Jan 30, 2025 · menthol, terpene alcohol with a strong minty, cooling odour and taste. It is obtained from peppermint oil or is produced synthetically by hydrogenation of thymol. Menthol is used …

Dec 23, 2024 · What is menthol topical? Menthol topical (for the skin) is used to treat adults and children at least 2 years old to provide temporary relief of muscle or joint pain caused by …

Oct 22, 2024 · Menthol is a chemical naturally found in peppermint and other mint plants, but it can also be made in a lab. First added to tobacco in the 1920s and 1930s, menthol reduces …

Menthol, a natural product of the peppermint plant Mentha x piperita (Lamiaceae), is a monoterpene which is widely used as a natural product in cosmetics, a flavoring agent, and as …

A menthol cigarette is a cigarette infused with the compound menthol which imparts a “minty” flavor to the smoke. Menthol also decreases irritant sensations from nicotine by desensitizing …

May 15, 2024 · Menthol is a chemical compound found naturally in peppermint and other similar plants. Tobacco companies add menthol to commercial tobacco products to make them seem …

Menthol has a range of potential benefits for health and wellness, including its ability to provide relief from pain and inflammation. Menthol has also been shown to have antimicrobial …

Aug 14, 2020 · Menthol is a covalent organic compound made synthetically or obtained from peppermint or other mint oils. Menthol induces a cooling sensation on the skin upon inhalation, …