RE: Re: Humidifier/Diffuser?

[Guest guest]

definately cool mist... i always thought the hot one was a vaporiser --more

for croupy type stuff.. but that a cool mist humidifier is what you use for

stuffy noses etc.. they work incredible..... you only want to use hot steam

for croup if at all... im not sure bout the diffuser for essential oils--

but i dont think that youre suposed to put essential oils in a humidifier

Adrien

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[Guest guest]

Yep, I can second that. I've read that you never want to use heat to diffuse

because it somehow changes the molecular structure. I believe it is said to

interfere with any therapeutic application you may be using the oil for.

I just bought a diffuser myself. I didn't compare models and prices so I

have no advice there. I knew someone who recommended the Young Living

diffuser so I just went with it. I trust the Young Living oils and figured

they wouldn't want to ruin their reputation by selling a lousy diffuser. I

do understand that some diffusers definitely can be louder than others. Also

I think they may be rated to how large a room they can cover.

I'd love to hear about which oils you will be diffusing and how you like

their fragrance. What's prompting you to buy a diffuser? Have you heard of

all the therapeutic uses for oils? So far I've only diffused two oils. I

have one that smells like Jasmine flowers and is absolutely heavenly.

Kathleen

In a message dated 12/29/2001 7:53:40 PM Central Standard Time,

@... writes:

> Nope, you use a special cold air diffuser for essential oils. My favorite

> one is reasonably priced at 49.95 US$. You can see it online at

> http://www.pulseparty.com/oils_difusser.php?ID=108823 -- it's the quietest

> unit I've ever had.

>

> Goldmeer

>

> << im not sure bout the diffuser for essential oils--

> but i dont think that youre suposed to put essential oils in a humidifier >>

>

>

>

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[Guest guest]

No Sue, the humidifier is not the same as a diffuser. But yes, I do believe

I've heard that some diffusers work with heat and supposedly that can alter

the oils molecular structure. So you do want to know whether it is a hot and

cold diffuser.

Bummer, I think I missed out on an essential oil discussion. I feel like

may not have sent me all the posts. So forgive me if I've duplicated

information.

Kathleen

In a message dated 12/29/2001 5:48:52 PM Central Standard Time,

suziesparkle@... writes:

> OK all,

> Im off asap to get a diffuser for Essential Oils.

> Is the humidifier the same thing?

> So, a cool mist one instead of a heat one is best?

> Im in the UK, anyone got any good brand suggestions?

> Thanks all!

>

> Sue

> SAHM

> dd Ruby 2.6 yrs

> Wales, UK

>

>

>

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[Guest guest]

Nope, you use a special cold air diffuser for essential oils. My favorite

one is reasonably priced at 49.95 US$. You can see it online at

http://www.pulseparty.com/oils_difusser.php?ID=108823 -- it's the quietest

unit I've ever had.

Goldmeer

<< im not sure bout the diffuser for essential oils--

but i dont think that youre suposed to put essential oils in a humidifier >>

[Guest guest]

<<I'd love to hear about which oils you will be diffusing and how you like

their fragrance. What's prompting you to buy a diffuser? Have you heard of

all the therapeutic uses for oils? So far I've only diffused two oils. I

have one that smells like Jasmine flowers and is absolutely heavenly.>>

The company I use is endorsed by Dr. Pénoël, the guy who literally

wrote the book on essential oils (URGENCIES AND INTENSIVE CARE in integrated

aromatic medicine). Dana Young does the essential oils training for the

company, and at this time, I believe, this is the only company Dr. Pénoël is

endorsing, although I know that at one time he endorsed Young Living. I

could be mistaken in this, but I do know this is the only nutritional

company he endorses.

I am very careful to only use therapeutic grade essential oils, because even

if something " smells like " something, that doesn't mean it has the same

therapeutic benefits. There are three of Dr. Pénoël's books available at

http://www.pulseparty.com/oils_books.php?ID=108823.

Over the holidays I have been diffusing balsam fir. Not only does it smell

so festive, it's great for the respiratory system, which always needs help

this time of year. My diffuser covers about 500 square feet, and it's very

powerful. Most oils I diffuse for only about 15 minutes at a time.

In the boys room, I've been diffusing Eucalyptus radiata. It's great for

the respiratory and immune systems. Jon's had a bit of an earache, so I've

been diffusing that in his room, plus breastmilk in his ear. Worked

wonders. This is the only oil I diffuse for more than 15 minutes. I put the

diffuser on its lowest setting and let it go all night long. If it runs out

of oil it's okay, because it's just blowing air into the room.

In our room I've occasionally diffused Spearmint. It's great for calming

emotions, and with all of Joe's family traipsing in and out over the

holidays, plus my mom's breast cancer and my dad's two aneurysms, I've

needed all the help I can get! I also put a drop or two in my tea. Really

rich flavor. When I really need to calm down in a hurry, I rub some

spearmint between my palms and cover my nose and mouth with my hands and

inhale.

Altogether a lovely journey, this exploration of essential oils. I love

spending time " getting to know " each oil and its properties.

Goldmeer

[Guest guest]

Thank you so much for sharing your experiences with essential oils . I

have only just begun to get somewhat serious with learning about them so I

really enjoy hearing how others use the oils.

The book you mentioned definitely sounds like something I need to check out.

Balsam Fir, huh? Does it smell like Christmas trees? I'm about to buy an

Evergreen blend from YL that I'm hoping will smell just like Christmas trees.

I love that smell. I've been known to stop at Christmas tree lots just to

smell the trees.

Kathleen

In a message dated 12/29/2001 9:13:53 PM Central Standard Time,

@... writes:

> The company I use is endorsed by Dr. Pénoël, the guy who literally

> wrote the book on essential oils (URGENCIES AND INTENSIVE CARE in

> integrated

> aromatic medicine). Dana Young does the essential oils training for the

> company, and at this time, I believe, this is the only company Dr. Pénoël

> is

> endorsing, although I know that at one time he endorsed Young Living. I

> could be mistaken in this, but I do know this is the only nutritional

> company he endorses.

>

> I am very careful to only use therapeutic grade essential oils, because

> even

> if something " smells like " something, that doesn't mean it has the same

> therapeutic benefits. There are three of Dr. Pénoël's books available at

> http://www.pulseparty.com/oils_books.php?ID=108823.

>

> Over the holidays I have been diffusing balsam fir. Not only does it smell

> so festive, it's great for the respiratory system, which always needs help

> this time of year. My diffuser covers about 500 square feet, and it's very

> powerful. Most oils I diffuse for only about 15 minutes at a time.

>

> In the boys room, I've been diffusing Eucalyptus radiata. It's great for

> the respiratory and immune systems. Jon's had a bit of an earache, so I've

> been diffusing that in his room, plus breastmilk in his ear. Worked

> wonders. This is the only oil I diffuse for more than 15 minutes. I put

> the

> diffuser on its lowest setting and let it go all night long. If it runs

> out

> of oil it's okay, because it's just blowing air into the room.

>

> In our room I've occasionally diffused Spearmint. It's great for calming

> emotions, and with all of Joe's family traipsing in and out over the

> holidays, plus my mom's breast cancer and my dad's two aneurysms, I've

> needed all the help I can get! I also put a drop or two in my tea. Really

> rich flavor. When I really need to calm down in a hurry, I rub some

> spearmint between my palms and cover my nose and mouth with my hands and

> inhale.

>

> Altogether a lovely journey, this exploration of essential oils. I love

> spending time " getting to know " each oil and its properties.

>

> Goldmeer

>

>

The Four Stages Of Life

1. You believe in Santa Claus

2. You don't believe in Santa Claus

3. You are Santa Claus

4. You look like Santa Claus

[Guest guest]

<<Balsam Fir, huh? Does it smell like Christmas trees? >>

Oh, yes... it's absolutely HEAVENLY! My MIL was extremely allergic to

Christmas trees, so we weren't able to use this one when she was alive, so

we go a little gung ho on it now. Christmas that actually SMELLS like

Christmas!