The Best Essential Oil Diffusers for Peace and Serenity

What Are the Different Types of Essential Oil Diffusers?

Nebulizers

Unlike regular diffusers that utilize water and heat to function, nebulizers transform essential oils provided into minute particles. Not only are these the most powerful diffusers to date in regard to oil concentration, they also disperse scents extremely quickly. This is an especially useful feature to have if you’re looking to supply a substantial area with essential oil within a short period of time. Due to the lack of water dilution common among other diffuser models, nebulizers typically have a stronger scent; if you’re like me and scent is key, this may be the diffuser for you.

While these diffusers typically produce stronger smells and do so faster than other models, it’s important to keep in mind that nebulizers usually cost significantly more than their counterparts. Additionally, they are also more likely to break due to their fragile structure and may also use up the essential oils far quicker than the other models.

Ultrasonic diffusers

Ultrasonic diffusers are mostly water-based and require you to dilute a few drops of your favorite essential oil into a large pool of water to create a fragrant solution. The built-in ultrasonic plates then turn this solution into a pleasant mist through a process involving small and continuous vibrations. Ultrasonic diffusers also function as humidifiers due to their water dependency. Since these models employ ultrasonic vibrations instead of heat, they are generally considered to be safer and compromise the quality of your essential oil less. Ultrasonic diffusers also offer the perk of automatically switching on and off for optimal scent dispersal and maximum safety.

Heat-based diffusers

These diffusers primarily rely on a core heat source to diffuse and disperse the scent into the atmosphere. The most common heat source for these diffuser models is primarily wax candles; however, other methods, such as electric heaters, are also common. Although these versions are relatively inexpensive compared to the other diffuser models, the heat from these devices may have a severe negative impact on the oils’ quality, and you may end up losing their potential benefits. This is one of the main reasons heat diffusers are not as readily available on the market as other diffuser species.

Things To Consider Before Choosing an Essential Oil Diffuser

Target area

One of the key factors to consider before investing in an essential oil diffuser is the size of your selected space. How large is the room you wish to use your diffuser in? Is it a large studio or a small bedroom? These are all critical questions to ask yourself before purchasing a diffuser. Once you’ve got those answers in mind, you can select a diffuser appropriate for your particular space. For example, my living room is a relatively large space. Therefore I may want a filter with a larger water tank in order for you to maintain the scent of the room for an extended period of time. If you’ve purchased a small-scale diffuser, you can bump up a scent’s intensity by simply adding a few extra drops of essential oil into the water to create a more concentrated concoction.

Style

Most people select their diffusers to fit a certain home aesthetic. Whether or not you’re particular about your home accessories and adornments, a modest and elegant diffuser is sure to be a worthwhile addition to your modern interior.

Size   

Another aspect to be mindful of is the diffusers’ size. Suppose you plan to carry your diffuser with you to yoga sessions or with you on a road trip. In that case, you’ll want to pick a lightweight and portable design that is compact enough to fit into your carry-on or your handy tote bag for optimal traveling compatibility. On the other hand, a larger,  sedentary diffuser would be appropriate if you want to minimize refills and keep your diffuser at home. Larger diffusers also won’t require as many refills. If you are like me and heat to refill water tanks or water plants and other small chores like those, get a large diffuser. If it is efficient, that’s even better.

What Are the Benefits of Using Essential Oil Diffusers?

Aromatherapy is a tried and tested practice that has been proven to show immense benefits, including better sleep, peace of mind, and anxiety relief, to name a few. Diffusers can also be used as facial steamers to rejuvenate and add moisture back into the skin on winter days when it’s a tad bit too dry and chilly. In addition to this, the type of essential oil you use in the diffuse also greatly impacts the outcome. For example, chamomile is widely used for its sleep and skin benefits. At the same time, lavender essential oil is known to induce calmness. Different essential oils trigger different emotions and feelings in me and probably in your too. Test out different essential oils to find one that’s right for you.

How To Maintain an Essential Oil Diffuser

Whether you use a small quantity or a large amount of essential oil in your diffuser, there will almost always be some oil leftover that will require cleaning. You’ll want to consider the ease of cleaning and caring for your diffuser upfront to avoid ending up in compromised circumstances. For proper sanitization, make sure to review the manufacturers’ guidelines before purifying the machine thoroughly. It is generally recommended to wipe down the vaporizers every couple of days to avoid excess oil accumulation. Using 100% essential oils is also key in ensuring the fragrance is unpolluted, and your diffuser performs optimally.