Aromatherapy Diffusers

Have you scented those exotic aromas of essential oils emanating from a wall diffuser? Essential oils emanate a subtle fume of aroma, when diffused slowly over a period of time. Diffusion of aromatic aroma brings a whiff of freshness in to your room, like a fresh forest wind. 

Diffusion is the process of propagating essential oils, so that their superb aroma fills out a room or an area, with the natural fragrance and scent. From the simple to the detailed, many different methods exist for diffusing components oils into your room. Three easy methods exist which can be carried out with equipments you have in your household. Plus, there are numerous diffusers and diffusing devices available from aromatherapy vendors.

The essential advantages of using diffusers are:

1.      The complex but unstable aromas of your favorite oil can be diffused slowly over a period of time.

2.      You can use any type of oil for diffusing their aromatic fumes.

3.      On diffusion, the oil gives out aroma in a calculated manner, from the unstable high note to more stable low note.

4.      You can feel progressive onset of different stages of aromas.

You can methods that are simple and can be done in your home itself:

Simple Tissue Diffusion:  Drop 3-4 drops of essential oil on a tissue and place it near you. As movement occurs in the room, you will notice the distinct aroma. This method can be used anywhere, how ever this method does not emit much aroma into a room.

Steam Diffusion: Boil 2 cups of water. Pour the water into a bowl and put10 drops of oil to the water. If you are allergic to the aroma, just use a little bit. The steam will heat up the oils and cause them to evaporate quickly into the room. This method will quickly diffuse the oil into a room and the aroma is not exceptionally long-lasting and it is highly unstable.

Candle Diffusion: Flame a candle and burn for about 5 minutes. Put off the flame and add 1 drop of essential oil in to the melted wax and relight the candle. All essential oils are highly flammable and you are requested to be very careful. The aroma is short lived.

Apart from these home made methods, several diffusers are available among many vendors. Make a list of what needs to be purchased, how much to be bought and the quality. Following are some of the diffusers that are available in the market today:

Lamp Rings: Lamp rings are in essence a terra-cotta ring that sets directly and correctly on the light bulb. It has a deep grooved lip that wraps around it, which holds essential oil. The heat emanated from the source heats up the essential oil and it is then gently diffused into the room. Lamp Rings are usually inexpensive. If any essential oil falls on the light bulb, it may burst. Some of the essential compounds might get altered chemically.

Clay Pot Diffusers:  A clay pot diffuser displays an opening through which you can add oils. A cork is used to close the opening. The oils permeate from the pot and then diffuse slowly into the room. The total intensity of the aroma depends on the quantity of essential oil that is added to the clay pot. Clay pot diffusers are inexpensive, easy to use, and there is no need of electricity or batteries. The aroma is strongest in the initially and dissipates as time passes.

Candle Diffusers: This is a diffuser that uses a small tea light or a candle to gently heat the essential oil to aid diffusion into your room. A candle diffuser is usually made of ceramic or metal. The diffuser has an opening for a candle and a little container for storing essential oil. Candle diffusers are cheap, based on the style and design. Candle diffusers do not require electricity or batteries. A certain loss of essential compounds is lost, as the heat will destroy them very gradually.

Fan Diffusers:  A fan diffuser uses a fan to strongly blow the essential oils into the air. To use, essential oils are placed on an absorbent pad or in tray. The pad or tray is put inside the unit and then the power switched on. Now fan blows air across the pad or tray and diffuses the aroma throughout the room.

Fan diffusers are available in a different brands and styles. Based on the brand and model, they can fragrance a large area. Fan diffusers are very easy to use and are portable. Some times you have to buy the pad and often these units do create some noise.

Electric Heat Diffusers: Heat diffusers use heat and a fan to gently heat the oil and transport the aroma into a room. Electric heat diffusers can disperse aroma to larger areas, depending on the brand and style. They can also efficiently disperse the aromas of thicker oils such as Sandalwood and Patchouli. Some of the components of essential oil may get lost during heating.

Nebulizers: A nebulizer is a device that treats essential oils and breaks them into small and separate molecules, before dispersing the smaller molecules into the room. A nebulizer is a small device consisting of two main parts: a plastic base that contains the motor and a very unusual, clear blown-glass looking device that holds and "nebulizes" the oils.

It is well known that nebulizers can accrue therapeutic benefit than the use of other diffusers, as they break the oils down into smaller molecules. The glass piece is breakable and very expensive to replace. Some essential oils can not be used with nebulizers, as they clog the opening.

You can choose any of these diffusers available in the market; but rest assured of their action and get ready to experience the exotic aromas swirling around you, like mists of magic.