Essential Oil Diffusers & Oils

The origins of aromatherapy can be traced back to the ancient Egyptians, who extracted oils from fragrant plants for rituals, the Greeks who experimented with the healing properties of plants, and the ancient Chinese, who believed that infused aromatic oils could have a positive effect on one's mood.

Modern aromatherapy focuses on dispersing a calming, soothing or energizing atmosphere in your home using fragrance blends. These devices can also mask odors and infuse some moisture into the air. You can create a spa-like energy in your home with your personal favorite aroma blends using essential oils diffusers, then enhance the relaxation with a soothing sound machine or a massager.

Think about your lifestyle to start discovering the best essential oil diffuser for you. Could you use the added benefit of a night light or alarm clock? Can you benefit from an auto-shut off feature? Some oil diffusers come equipped with soothing lights. While they won't replace a light therapy machine, they can help to create your own personal spa. Diffusers disperse a scented mist throughout the room, but they won't significantly increase moisture or help to reduce allergens in your home; consider a cool mist humidifier or air purifier to combat those issues. Lastly, oil diffusers come in a variety of contemporary shapes and finishes so you can choose one that complements your home's décor.

The sense of smell is closely linked with memory, probably more so than any of our other senses, partly because your olfactory nerve is closely related to parts of your brain that play a major role in mood, memory, behavior and emotion. Essential oils are concentrated compounds distilled from naturally occurring agents in aromatic plants. The best essential oils will be labeled with their botanical name, are organic, unsprayed or wildcrafted. Look for oils that have very few synthetic or chemical additives since you will be dispersing those into the air in your home.