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Vaporisers and essential oils

To add an extra dimension to your home office setup, you can include an essential oil diffuser. This will provide a scented environment, to help support concentration and maintain a clear mind.

Below are 5 oil diffusers under £45 and 5 suggestions for essential oils.

Essential oil diffusers

To begin, let's look at the essential oil diffusers. These are fun to explore and you can choose a unique design to suit your space.

The 5 listed below are all ultrasonic and plug in diffusers. They are safe to have in your home as they do not get too hot and automatically shut off when the water/oil blend has been used up.

This selection also has range of storage for the water and oil, so they will vaporise for a variety of times to suit your needs.

1. The EQUSUPRO Pineapple

This very trendy looking vaporiser would certainly be a statement piece for your office and give a fun and light atmosphere.

The key benefits are:

• Holds 120ml of water
• 4-8 hour running time
• Automatic shut off when water runs out
• BPA free and nontoxic materials used
• Whisper Quiet Ultrasonic Technology
• All in One Function: Aromatherapy Essential Oil Diffuser, Cool Mist Humidifier, Night Light
• 7 soothing LED light, you can cycle through it or freeze it on one fixed colour. Lights can be turned off for aromatherapy only

Available at Amazon UK.

2. ASAKUKI 300ml Essential Oil Diffuser

A rustic and smart vaporiser that will help create a cosy, clean look in your home office.

The key benefits are:

• Automatic shut off to prevent over heating
• Easy to clean 300ml water tank
• 7 different LED light colours
• Eco-friendly PP materials
• Purifies and humidifies the air
• Ultra quiet function
• Low mist and high mist options
• 4 timer options

Available at Amazon UK.

3. Anjou 500ml Essential Oil Diffuser

This sleek and stylish oil diffuser will suit a modern home office interior design look.

The key benefits are:

• 500ml water storage
• Patent pending essential dropper system to help keep the scent consistent throughout the diffusers time on.
• Automatic shut off when water runs out
• Whisper quiet
• Built using BPA-free PP plastic
• 3 timer options (1, 4 or 8 hours)
• 6-15 hours running time

Available at Amazon UK.

4. EQUSUPRO Metal Ultrasonic Cool Mist Essential Oil Diffuser

If you are looking for a slightly different look and more of an art piece, this diffuser will add some fun to your home office space.

The key benefits are:

• Automatic shut off
• Metal cover, tree and deer patterns design
• 500ml water capacity
• Aromatherapy Essential Oil Diffuser, Cool Mist Humidifier, Night Light
• Whisper Quiet Ultrasonic Technology
• 15-20 hours working time
• Made with the non-toxic BPA-Free material
• 1 hour, 3 hour and 6 hour timers

Available at Amazon UK.

5. ASAKUKI Wi-Fi Smart Essential Oil Diffuser

If you are looking for a more technological diffuser this contemporary cube one may be for you. It features Alexa and phone control for a more hands-free experience (although you will have to make sure there is water and essential oils in it first!).

The key benefits are:

• SMART WI-FI TECHNOLOGY: This essential oil diffuser uses the newest technology so you can control it using the Tuya Smart app (suitable for every smartphone and tablet)
• Compatible with Amazon Echo
• Large 700ml water tank capacity
• Up to 16 hours running time
• Made of eco-friendly PP materials
• 7 LED mood light options and light dimmer options
• Adjustable mist density
• Set spray and light schedules

Available at Amazon UK.

Diffuser Conclusion

I hope you have enjoyed looking through these 5 essential oil diffusers. As you will have seen, they all offer similar functions with the main differences being design, water tank size, price (I have not included the price as they are constantly changing on amazon) and Wi-Fi availability.

Once you have chosen your preferred diffuser, it is time to fill it with scents that will energise, inspire and motivate you.

The essential oils

Enjoy reading about each oil and deciding which ones you would like to try and most suit your scent likes. This selection of 5 are all good for energy and clearing the mind. The oils can be used separately or combined. I would recommend a maximum of 3 oils combined if blending.

It is important to use only 100% pure essential oils (not artificial fragrance oils) as the artificial fragrances don’t provide the benefits of the pure essential oils. Quality is also important to ensure the most effective benefits and that they are ethically sourced and made. Some oils are quite expensive but remember that you are only going to use a few drops each time you put the diffuser on, so they should last a while. If you find you are using a particular oil more than others, it is often cheaper to purchase them in larger sizes (most are 10ml to begin and you can purchase 50ml, 100, 200ml onwards).

The key safety information when using essential oils are; do not use directly on the skin, do not ingest, keep out of reach of children and pets and less is more!

For each 100ml of water in your diffuser you can use up to 5 drops of essential oil. So if you are using 3 essential oils you could do 2 drops of 2 oils and 1 of the other to make 5 drops in total. Remember the oils are very concentrated and you don’t want to overpower your home office!

Lemon Essential Oil - refreshing and invigorating

Lemon is a great essential oil for your home office. It is known for its purifying properties and helps to create a light and clear atmosphere.

Lemon essential oil is known to be a natural stress reliever. Inhaling it has been shown to stimulate serotonin and dopamine production, which can contribute to decreased anxiety and stress.

Available at Amazon UK.

Bergamot Essential Oil - uplifting and calming

Bergamot essential oil is extracted by cold pressing the peel of the fruit. It creates an atmosphere of calm, freshness and is uplifting for the mood.

Available at Amazon UK.

Peppermint Essential Oil - fresh and purifying

This refreshing oil is frequently used for its stimulating and awakening properties. It is often diffused to boost concentration and awaken the senses.

Available at Amazon UK.

Frankincense Essential Oil - warm and woody

A versatile oil used to lift the mood, ease troubles and bring inner peace and calm. It is a perfect oil for keeping breathing steady and focus the mind.

Available at Amazon UK.

Rosemary Essential Oil - refreshing and focusing

Rosemary is a great oil to help refresh a tired mind and boost concentration. It is clear, fresh and gives you a feeling of being outside.

Available at Amazon UK.

Blend examples

Here are some blends to try in your diffuser in your home office. Remember, if you just like a particular oil, such as Lemon; you can use it on its own with 5 drops per 100ml of water.

• Lemon 2 drops and bergamot 3 drops per 100ml water
• Peppermint 1 drop and lemon 4 drops per 100ml water
• Bergamot 3 drops and frankincense 2 drops per 100ml water
• Frankincense 2 drops and lemon 3 drops per 100ml water
• Rosemary 2 drops and bergamot 3 drops per 100ml water
• Lemon 2 drops, bergamot 2 drops and peppermint 1 drop per 100ml of water

I hope this article has been useful and the information on the essential oils and essential oil diffuser options, functions and designs helps you in deciding the best one to go in your home office.

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