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Prepared by Lee Cheng, reviewed by Dr. Helena Rodriguez

FAQ

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What is an oil diffuser?

An oil diffuser is a device that breaks essential oils down into smaller molecules, dispersing them into the air for a pleasant or calming effect—depending on the oil that's been put into the diffuser. Different essential oils have different claims—for example, lavender is meant to support sleep.

What are the different types of diffusers for essential oils?

Below are some of the different types of diffusers for essential oils: 1 Work by using pressurised air to release a burst of oil. A vacuum pulls the oil to the surface of a distribution tube, which creates a cloud of aroma. You don’t need water or heat to operate them. Ultrasonic vibrations break up the oil molecules into a fine mist.

What makes a good aromatherapy diffuser?

Certain aromatherapy diffusers feature ambient lighting (chromatherapy) and sound for more of a calming effect, as well as timers for timed blasts of essential oil fragrance. Meanwhile, others are more design-led, and are beautifully-shaped ceramic pieces that look like they’ve come straight out of a glossy interiors magazine.

Why should you use essential oil diffusers?

We've boiled it down to two main reasons. The first is simple: to fill your room with scented, purified air that creates either a calming or energy-inducing atmosphere (depending on which essential oil you choose to diffuse) and eradicates all odours.