Is this for aroma purposes mainly? Does it actually disperse the essential oil into the air?
1443413
The oil is placed on an absorbent pad (disc that slides out) & diffuses the scent. It does not diffuse oil like a pump diffuser, but rather uses a fan to disperse the aroma. It is quite effective in distributing the oil's scent & obviously uses a much less amount of oil than a typical diffuser. It is safer....no glass to break. I have given several as gifts to people who either can't afford to diffuse large amounts of oil or who can not/or would not take the time to fill it or clean it regularly.
1443414
Aroma only. A fan blows across the cloth pads with oil drops on it. No oil comes out.
1443415
The company was very responsive but unfortunately it only put out a fragrance for about 15-20 minutes.
457346
There is a small removable reservoir where you put the oils. The water "wicks" up into the water. You don't add oil to the water. This diffuser was much larger than I anticipated and the separate container for the oil was a nuisance, plus it takes a lot of oil for not much scent. I prefer the smaller capacity diffuser for which you add oil directly to the water.
712737
I wouldn't recommend it. Not all essential oils are for ingestion. Even though you are only wanting to use it with your sinus rinse, I would be concerned that adding the oil might burn your sinus cavity. Three drops of oil into 4-6 oz of water for a diffuser will spread the aroma throughout a 12x12 room. It's pretty strong.
920592
Compact as it may be, it is super beneficial. Personally, I feel that the aroma and medicinal effects of the essential oils used in this diffuser are evident and work throughout each level of my home (approx. 1500 sq ft each). I usually place it in a central location for use through the day. Or, move the unit into a bedroom when necessary to diffuse medicinal or sleep-time oils at night. This is a great and efficient little unit... lots of bang for the buck! I have bought two others as gifts and they were well received!
861607
I don't know what a spa "air canister" is. I will tell you that they are not super strong - they are meant to hold close to your nose in the jar or a small sack and inhale. (The fragrant relaxation is instant and oh so nice!) They are not designed to disperse into a room. But I would ask the company - they would know what you should and should not do with them, i.e. heat, etc.
1403146
I've used it to spray into the air to generally freshen a room and it works well for that. It does have a slight odor, but I don't find it unpleasant.
139451
No sorry I've only used it in an aromatherapy diffuser mixed with other essential oils. Sorry I could not be of help.
296590
The oil diffuses into the air. There is no way you can't smell it. You must have a dud. It is very potent.
224143
When I used oil I only used a few drops. But I was using 100% lavender oil. So it got strong quick. So depending on the strength of the smell that you want and it also depends on what your making.
752603
It's much smaller and lighter so everything in your room wont dampen like a humidifier. It distributes the smell into the air immediately so no wait time. There is a moisture component to it which is how the oil droplets are sent through the air but I wouldn't consider it a full on humidifier. It is the Apple of diffusers for essential oils. It's a great buy I think - I use mine about 2 times a day for full cycles. It improves the quality of daily life - I also use it with peppermint in it in the am to get my kids up and going.
440581
It is my understanding that carrier , base, or vegetable oils are used to dilute essential & absolute oils, they carry the essential oil. Carrier oils do not contain a concentrated aroma, unlike essential oils, they also do not evaporate, nor are they as volitile as essential oils.
1087313
yes, sparingly at first, work your way up to the desired effect. traditionally essential oils shouldnt be heated from their essence. hence using a diffuser
1724102
I love this stuff , I highly recommend it. It's all natural essential oils. It really works for me inside a diffuser or humidifier. That way it's coming out in to the air along with the warm air. That's how I use mine others may do different. Hope this helps.
1664818
You put the oils in the water as others have said. I think it disperses the oils just as well as any other diffuser I have seen. It is not a strong smell but noticeable. I have a very large great room though so I needed one that would work with a large room. I just rinse it with water between uses.
891885
Yes. Even with essential oils that aren't as strong-smelling it can still fill a good amount of space with the scent
1435144
I am in agreement with other reviewers on this question. I would absolutely NOT use this to spray in the air as a deodorizer.
2121194
Well I did notice that it seems the oil is dispersed right away and then hardly any fragrance. Except for patchouli oil ! One drop of that almost runs me out of the house and I'm not sure I even like it.Try more drops or different brands maybe. But I do wish it filled the air with a more potent aroma.