Wellness Dart

I hate being sick. I bet you do, too.

When my throat hurts, it stops me from enjoying normal activities like eating, talking, and sleeping.

Happily, I found that the best essential oils for sore throats can help me feel better faster.

Today, I’ll discuss the oils that are good for throat pain.

I’ll cover the fastest way to cure a sore throat.

Plus, I’ll share recipes for your diffuser and topical application.

Why use essential oils to soothe a sore throat?

Essential oils decrease inflammation and boost the immune system.

Some oils, like peppermint, reduce pain.

Many have the side effect of boosting mood.

All of these benefits improve your well-being.

How to use essential oils to treat a sore throat?

There are two recommended ways to use essential oils to soothe a sore throat.

One is with aromatherapy, or inhalation.

The second is to apply them topically to the skin once they’ve been diluted with a carrier oil.

Some people may recommend taking the oils internally.

You’re likely to find recipes for homemade cough syrup online.

This is risky.

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Solve two problems at once: Get a diffuser with humidifier function.

You’ll save money and effort and enjoy double the therapeutic benefits.

Not only will you fragrance your surroundings, but you’ll also have adequate moisture for good health.

Keeping the humidity between 30 to 50% reduces viruses and keeps your skin healthy (1).

Meanwhile, aromatherapy can help you reduce stress, improve concentration, and fight a cold.

The best aromatherapy diffusers and humidifiers are ultrasonic devices that run quietly in the background for hours.

They don’t use a lot of electricity and don’t need a lot of oil, either.

Can You Use a Diffuser as a Humidifier?

You certainly can use any of these diffusers without essential oil.

They are cool mist humidifiers, also known as ultrasonic humidifiers.

But they are made to handle essential oils, not only water. Unlike regular humidifiers, they won’t get gummed up if you use oils with them.

Can You Diffuse Essential Oils in a Cool Mist Humidifier?

Please don’t try diffusing essential oils in a regular cool mist humidifier.

They will damage the equipment.

After all, it’s often less expensive to buy a cool mist diffuser even if you don’t use oils with it all the time.

How to Choose an Aromatherapy Diffuser/Humidifier

Consider these three features as you shop for a diffuser to humidify your home.

• First, what’s the coverage area?

Most diffusers will specify measurements in square feet so that you can get the appropriate model for the room where you plan to use it.

For example, you might be looking for the best diffuser humidifier for large rooms. [Read more…]

What makes a nebulizing diffuser better than other types?

First, a nebulizer diffuses pure, undiluted essential oil.

As such, it’s ideal for therapeutic purposes.

Second, it produces the strongest aroma and covers large spaces quickly.

Plus, it doesn’t require water or heat.

Third, it won’t add moisture to the air, make a lot of noise, or cost much to run.

The best nebulizing essential oil diffusers will last for years.

They don’t have plastic reservoirs, won’t mold, and are surprisingly easy to clean.

Many are made from renewable resources like plantation hardwood and glass.

In truth, nebulizers are among the best waterless essential oil diffusers available.

Two Things to Consider When Using a Nebulizing Diffuser

There are two things to remember when you use a nebulizing diffuser.

For one, it puts out a potent aroma that can quickly overwhelm you in a small space. Maintain good ventilation and make sure pets have freedom of movement to leave the area (1).

Only run the diffuser for a short time, or use the intermittent setting.

And second, some nebulizers struggle to diffuse thick essential oils like sandalwood, cypress, or frankincense. If you’d like to use one of these, blend it with a thinner oil like bergamot or lavender.

For ideas, look at my reviews of the best-smelling essential oils for diffusers.

Remember to clean your diffuser thoroughly with rubbing alcohol to keep it operating properly.

In most cases, this means adding five to ten drops to the reservoir and letting the diffuser run for a few minutes to clear out the leftover oil. The diffuser’s manufacturer should provide instructions.

Now, let’s look at the top nebulizing diffusers for essential oils. [Read more…]