Aromatherapy provides delight to the senses and increases the serenity and tranquility of the environment. Millions of people are using Aroma diffusers to get the therapeutic benefits from the essential oils and make their lives more pleasant. Let’s have a look at what Aroma diffusers are, their different types, and how they work. And in the end, we will discuss what kind of Aroma diffuser is best.

What are aroma diffusers?

Aroma diffusers are devices that break essential oils down into smaller molecules, dispersing them into the air for a pleasant or calming effect. They are used to fill the air in the room with tiny breathable particles with essential oils, giving the room a calm, and pleasant smelling ambiance. Different types are diffusers use different techniques to disperse the molecules of essential oil into the air. Let’s have a brief introduction to different types of aroma diffusers.

Types of aroma diffusers.

There are four main types of Aroma diffusers on the market right now. Each type is differentiated based on its work.

1. Nebulizing diffusers.

These diffusers work by using pressurized air to atomize the essential oil into nanoparticles. A vacuum is produced in the diffuser that pulls the oil towards the surface of the distribution tube resulting in a burst of aroma in the air. It is relatively a new innovation that offers the healthiest aroma delivery method.

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2. Ultrasonic or humidifying diffusers.

This type of diffuser use ultrasonic vibrations to break up oil molecules and produce a fine mist. A small disc is used which produces ultrasonic vibrations in the essential oil and water mix. They have the additional benefit of being used as humidifiers and diffusers, especially in dry climates. But, mixing water decreases the potency and purity of the essential oils.

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3. Evaporative aroma diffuser.

Evaporative diffusers use a small fan that helps in evaporating the oil and then distributing it into the air. A filter is used in this type of diffuser and essential oil is dropped onto that filter. The air is thrown by the fan and then evaporates the oil from that filter.

The major drawback of this diffuser is that all of the components of the essential oil are not diffused at the same time, the lighter component diffuses first and the heavier at the last.  

4. Heat or electric aroma diffuser

Heat diffusers use heat to diffuse the essential oils into the air. Essential oil candles are the most common type of example of this type of diffuser. Some types have a heated coil that helps in diffusing the oil with the help of electricity.

They are the most economical type of diffusers but the major concern is the change in the composition of essential oils upon heating.

What kind of aroma diffuser is best?

         After briefly analyzing the working of different types of aroma diffusers it is determined that the nebulizing diffusers are best among the others for a number of reasons. They neither use water nor heat to diffuse and spread the essential oils into the air. Water dilutes the oils and decreases the potency of essential oils consequently decreasing the therapeutic benefits of that oil.  Similarly, as heat is used in heat diffusers, it changes the chemical composition of the essential oils which also ultimately decreases the chances of getting full benefits from the essential oils. But, on the other hand, the nebulizing diffusers, disperse pure oil molecules into their air without any alteration. The natural essence of essential oils is preserved and maximum benefits are extracted by using nebulizing diffusers.

In addition, as we know that nebulizing diffusers distribute pure essential oil into the air, due to the high potency and purity of essential oils little amount of oil is required to fill the whole room with aroma in less time. They produce uniform diffusion which fills the rooms with long-lasting scents. Ultimately this type of diffuser not only saves electricity costs but also saves time. One may just put on the diffuser and attain the results swiftly.

Another major benefit of a nebulizing diffuser is that it doesn’t contaminate the environment with BPAs. Other diffusers can adulterate the essential oils with plastic contents as some essential oils especially citrus oil can corrode plastic. As the nebulizing diffusers are mostly made of hardwood and glass so the chances of releasing BPAs are minimum.

Consequently, due to better performance, sleek designs, and noiseless working the nebulizing diffusers are the best among the other types of aroma diffusers.