I recently purchased a humidifier for my office desk, and it has changed my life. I no longer feel stuffy in my in-door Dubai office, and I can breathe better. My allergies are no longer triggered, and the air doesn’t feel so dry anymore. I added oud essential oil to the water, a scent that I love, and just like that, I feel better being at work.
This was my experience with my first humidifier. I say first because I’m also considering getting one for my room. Here is everything you need to know before you purchase your first humidifier.
What Is the Purpose of Humidifiers?
Humidifiers are devices that come in many shapes, sizes, and colors and can be used in your home, office, or any closed space. They add moisture to the air in a room, making it less stuffy and helping prevent dryness. Humidifiers are also associated with helping prevent an itchy throat, nose, and skin caused by dry indoor air, which triggers allergic reactions. By adding fragrant oils to them, they can also act as a home fragrance.
How Do Humidifiers Work?
A humidifier consists of a water tank that you fill. When turned on, the device emits vapor or steam into the air, increasing moisture. You can also add a few drops of an essential or perfume oil to the water, adding fragrance to the air and adding aromatherapy benefits. A humidifier has plenty of benefits that we will discuss shortly.
For the best results, use humidifiers all year round, even when you are sleeping.
Benefits of Humidifiers
There are many benefits that come from humidifying and moisturizing the air in your indoor spaces, including the following:
- Relieve congestion in the nose and face.
- Hydrate dry skin and lips.
- Has a positive effect on sleep.
- Reduce allergic reactions like sneezing and itchy throat.
- Make it easier to breathe in closed areas.
Humidifier Care
To ensure that your humidifier remains a tool of aid and does not become a tool of harm, follow the following steps:
- Make sure it’s cleaned every 1 to 3 days.
- Change the filter weekly or as often as is recommended by the manufacturer.
- Use demineralized or distilled water to fill it.
- Wash it with natural cleansers such as white vinegar or mild dish soap.
Essential Oils And Their Benefits
Here are some essential oils that you can add to the water in a humidifier and their added benefit:
- Lavender oil: improves sleep.
- Tea tree oil: has anti-bacterial properties.
- Frankincense oil: manages asthma.
- Peppermint oil: treats cough and cold.
- Lemon oil: helps with depression and anxiety.
- Rosemary oil: promotes relaxation and focus.
- Bergamot oil: uplifts the mood.
- Cedarwood oil: eases tension and clears the mind.
- Oud oil: promotes a sense of peace and clarity.
- Vanilla oil: supports relaxation and boosts feelings of calm.
- Patchouli oil: enhances mood and sensual feelings.
When To Buy a Humidifier
You can buy a humidifier at any time of the year. Choose one that is suitable for you in size and shape. You can buy a mini humidifier with a cute design for your office desk or a bigger, more practical one to keep in your living room. If your bedroom is small, get a smaller humidifier to avoid over-humidifying your air, which reverses all the benefits and purposes of using a humidifier.
Anyone could benefit from purchasing a humidifier, especially those of us who live in the UAE, where we spend most of our time indoors in closed, air-conditioned spaces. But it is especially beneficial for those with asthma or other respiratory issues.
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