Long before the days of modern medicine, humans found ways to cure, sustain and beautify themselves using the vast and wonderful world of plants. More than 5000 years ago, Egyptians initiated the art of extracting valuable essences from plants. Two hundred years later, it was the Greeks who invented the distillation process. Thanks to these two great civilizations and centuries of development, essential oils were born.
Uses and benefits of these extractions vary from person to person- such is the beauty of essential oils. One may simply enjoy its natural fragrance while another may use it therapeutically, for physical healing or mental stimulation.
Oil diffusers have the ability to break down the components of an essential oil into micro molecules, then disperse them into the air of a room or work space. This process releases natural ozone which improves air quality and freshens the air. The aroma emitted stimulates brain function which, in return, has a healing property. These airborne micro molecules are absorbed by skin tissue and, as they make their way to the bloodstream, could promote healing of the body as a whole.
There are many types of diffusers, which all use different methods of diffusion for different results. Heat diffusers are excellent for improving air aroma, but are not recommended for preserving oil quality, as heat can alter oil chemistry. Evaporative diffusers use a fan, which blows oil on a pad until the oil vaporizes. This simple method is great for traveling. Cold air diffusers use room temperature air to blow oil into a nebulizer, where it is vaporized. This method is very effective, but can be messy and hard to clean.
Ultrasonic diffusers are exceptional in that they use electronic frequencies to create vibrations that are carried to the surface where the oils are floating. The vibrations vaporize and disperse the oils without using heat. MaMa Jean’s currently carries two different ultrasonic designs to choose from, both from Greenair. The Spa Vapor is an ultrasonic diffuser, with a water capacity of 175 ml and will automatically diffuse a room for up to 6 hours. This unit is quiet with a soothing vapor mist created by a ultrasonic pulsating sound. Spa Vapor features 6 rotating led lights which are controlled by the on/off switch. The Serenity Zen, our other design of ultrasonic diffusers, is an Asian inspired design which functions as a oil diffuser, mini humidifier and air purifier. This bpa free, sleek and elegant diffuser has a 200 ml water capacity with a run time of up to 8 hours.
It’s easy to use either style of diffuser: just add water to the fill line, 5 drops of your favorite essential oil, plug into wall and sit back and enjoy your zen like atmosphere!
