The Best Essential Oil Diffusers to Refresh Your Home
The Best Essential Oil Diffusers to Refresh Your Home
One thing that will always serve us well is a calm state of mind. Whether you prefer to get there through meditation, yoga, or indulging in a good book, it is absolutely vital to practice mindfulness on a routine basis. But one way to achieve a little peace without needing to carve out additional time is inhaling healing scents through aromatherapy.
Whether a particular smell triggers happy memories or soothes your nerves, aromatherapy is a popular approach to relaxation—and the best way to reap the anxiety-reducing benefits of essential oils is through inhalation, says clinical aromatherapist and nursing instructor Dawn Langley-Brady, RN.
Essential oil diffusers are a convenient method to release the scent of your favorite oils and many of them also serve as beautiful decorative pieces. There’s a huge variety of diffusers available now, which run the gamut from low-maintenance to innovative electric versions to smart and Alexa-compatible.
Classic reed diffusers are a good standby, especially because they don’t require any effort—just leave them in their vessel and they'll remain fragrant for months. Consider ultrasonic types, which blend water and essential oils together to dispense a fine mist, as a hybrid between humidifier and diffuser. On the other hand, nebulizing models function with oil alone and deliver a stronger aroma, making them ideal for larger rooms. The latter two diffusers often feature timer and auto shut-off capabilities, while tech-friendly options allow you to control everything with a tap or swipe from your phone.
With that said, here are some of our picks for the best essential oil diffusers to create your own sensory experience—there’s something for every preference and aesthetic.
From reeds to ultrasonic humidifier hybrids to nebulizers, here are the best essential oil diffusers to disperse scent to your spaces, both small and large.
