2016-01-19
Joybynature.com Team
Jan
19

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Essential Oils are known to have a lot of scientifically proven health benefits. Diffusing essential oils in your home is said to maximise their benefits. Oil diffusers are devices used for this purpose and spread the oils across the home.

Some benefits of using essential diffuser oils are: They help in relaxation and inducing sound sleep. They help ward off air borne illnesses and also boost the immune system. They help in de-stressing and mood elevation. They not only relieve pain but also improve focus and concentration. They cleanse the air and help in breathing easier. Finally, they result in a great smelling home.

There are many diffuser oils which serve different purposes. Some of the most beneficial examples are mentioned below.

Examples of soothing diffuser oils for home:

  • Lemon: 
    o  It has antihistaminic, antibacterial and antiviral properties and helps to soothe congested  chest, sore throats, mouth infections. 
    o  It acts as an antiseptic for minor cuts, scrapes, insect bites and stings. 
    o  As an antidepressant, it kills nasty odours, lifts mood and emotions and improves memory. 
    o  It relieves headaches, helps in circulation, respiratory and digestion problems.
    o  It improves nails, cuticles and helps in hair and skin problems. 

  • Lavender
    o  It has great calming properties. It therefore helps in relieving depression and anxiety.
    o  It can be rubbed into the temples to relieve headache, stress and sometimes even migraine attacks. 
    o  It can be rubbed directly into neck and shoulder muscles to relieve tension. 
    o  It is also antiseptic and antibacterial, so can be applied directly to burns and stings. It stimulates blood flow to the affected area to help in healing. 
    o  It improves emotions, mood, digestion, respiratory and skin problems. 

  • Eucalyptus: 
    o  It improves alertness and ability to concentrate. 
    o  It has a great ability to discharge mucus from respiratory tract and helps to treat running noses, sinus infections and bronchitis. 
    o  It is an anti-inflammatory and helps in treating muscles spasms, cramps, arthritis and lower back pain. 
    o  It is a detoxifier and antiseptic. It helps in cases of diarrhoea, bladder and fungal infections. 
    o  It is a great odour remover with a powerful scent. 
    o  It helps in skin problems like oily skin, infected pores, boils etc. 

  • Peppermint: 
    o  It is used as an insect repellent and can help in relieving itching in allergies. 
    o  It helps in digestion and for treating diarrhoea, irritable bowel syndrome. 
    o  It is an astringent and helps in treating bacterial and viral mouth infections. 


There are many other diffuser oils that can be soothing for your home, some of the key and easily available ones being Tea tree, Wild orange, Grapefruit and Sandalwood and many others.

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