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If you’re looking for new ways to fragrance your home, using an ultrasonic diffuser is one of the best ways to diversify your home scents - and take advantage of some great health and wellness benefits at the same time!

In this guide, we’re going to take a look at why ultrasonic diffusers are perfect for your home this winter, and how you can find the best ultrasonic diffusers at an affordable price. Let’s take a look!

What is an ultrasonic diffuser?

An ultrasonic diffuser is a home gadget used to diffuse essential oils indoors. An ultrasonic diffuser is different to that of a nebulizing diffuser; instead of using a nebulizer, an ultrasonic diffuser works via ultrasonic technology, diffusing a mix of essential oils and water into any room. 

Why use an ultrasonic diffuser?

Aside from providing a range of beautiful aromatic scents for the home, an ultrasonic diffuser also enables you to take advantage of certain health and wellbeing benefits, including the following:

Cleaner air

With winter approaching, it’s soon going to be sneeze season: as people spend more time circulating indoors, coughs, colds, and flus are more easily spread. If you pair your ultrasonic diffuser with a blend of antibacterial essential oils, you actually purify the air in your home or workplace, as the antibacterial properties in the oils will kill germs and bacteria in the air. An ultrasonic diffuser can be especially useful if you want to mitigate COVID-19 transmission, as certain essential oils can help to kill COVID particles in the air.

Increased concentration and productivity

If you’re working from home these days, you might find it difficult to stay concentrated and productive, especially if you don’t yet have your own private home office. One way to increase your productivity is by diffusing essential oils; certain oils such as lemon, eucalyptus and rosemary can boost your energy and improve your concentration.

Get better sleep

Studies have shown that a large percentage of UK adults struggle to get enough sleep, with 1 in 5 reporting poor sleeping problems. If you have trouble nodding off at night, an ultrasonic diffuser can be used to diffuse sleep-improving essential oils such as lavender and chamomile into your bedroom. Studies have shown that both these essential oils help improve sleep quality, and getting better sleep can have a major positive impact on your overall wellbeing.

Anti-anxiety effects

If you’re prone to anxiety and panic attacks, using an ultrasonic diffuser in your home can help to soothe your symptoms. How? Many essential oils, such as lavender, contain known anti-anxiety properties, meaning that they can produce very light sedative effects when diffused and inhaled. For those suffering with anxiety disorders or panic disorders, diffusing essential oils can help to remedy mild to moderate symptoms, while also helping to prevent anxiety or panic attacks occuring in the first place.

How much does an ultrasonic diffuser cost?

Ultrasonic diffusers can range in price from anywhere between £20 and £200, depending on the style, model, and where you buy it. Diffusers with larger capacities tend to be more expensive, and diffusers that function via nebulizers tend to be more expensive than ultrasonic models. 

How to buy the best ultrasonic diffuser

Before buying your first ever ultrasonic diffuser, here are just a couple of things to keep in mind while browsing different models:

• Capacity. If you want to diffuse essential oils in a large room or workplace, we’d recommend buying a diffuser with a larger water capacity. This will allow you to diffuse your essential oils for longer, without having to refill the water tank as often.
• Aesthetic. As your ultrasonic diffuser will be out in the open, it’s important to find one that corresponds with the interior design and decoration in your home. At SmellaCloud, our range of ultrasonic diffusers includes wooden, black, white, and brightly-coloured models.
• Diffusion intervals. A key consideration when buying any diffuser is understanding its interval settings. You’ll want to ensure that your chosen diffuser comes with a range of diffusing settings that suit your needs. Most diffusers will offer interval settings of 4 hours, 6 hours, 8 hours, and 10 hours, as well as intermittent diffusion.

Is it safe to use an ultrasonic diffuser at home?

Yes! Ultrasonic diffusers are 100% safe, and pose no known safety risks to your health or wellbeing. On the contrary, as explained above, using a diffuser in your home or workplace can actually help improve your health and emotional wellness.