Aromatherapy has many uses, some of the best uses for essential oils in a diffuser include:
–Disinfection and/or scenting room air
–Respiratory conditions such as colds, flu, bronchitis, sinusitis, etc.
–Emotional concerns such as stress, anxiety, and depression
–To increase mental concentration or focus
–Immune system stimulation and general anti-viral and anti-bacterial actions
In light of this, the best essential oils to diffuse will coincide with these uses. There are several oils with healthful benefits that are inexpensive or moderately priced that can make a wide variety of useful blends. The following six oils are my top choices to stock your essential oil pantry for diffusion.
- Lavender: Lavender is the desert island oil. Its properties and uses are so varied that if you only picked one oil, lavender would give you the most benefit for your money. It is calming, can be used for headaches, as an immune system stimulant, for antisepsis, and insomnia. On this list, lavender blends well with bergamot, rosemary, tea tree and lemon.
- Lemon: Lemon is one of the best aerial disinfectants. It is also an immune system stimulant and makes a room smell fresh without becoming overscented. Lemon is also a mood booster, bringing a little sunshine into your day. On this list, lemon blends well with eucalyptus and lavender.
- Eucalyptus: For respiratory conditions, eucalyptus is an obvious choice. Inhaling eucalyptus helps with congestion and may help to break up mucus. Other uses include headache blends and insect repellant. On this list, eucalyptus blends well with lavender, peppermint, rosemary and lemon.
- Peppermint: Peppermint has many similar properties to eucalyptus and is also noted for being an anti-nauseant. Peppermint also has analgesic properties, making it useful for headaches. On this list peppermint blends well with rosemary, eucalyptus, lemon, tea tree and lavender.
- Tea Tree:Tea tree is an immune system stimulant and anti-microbial. It has a camphorous scent and its decongestant and expectorant properties make it helpful in easing respiratory diseases. On this list tea tree blends well with rosemary, eucalyptus, lemon, and lavender.
- Rosemary : Rosemary has a fresh, herbal scent and has a history being used in fumigations against the plague. This can make it useful as part of an anti-microbial blend. It is also known for its ability to stimulate memory and concentration. On this list rosemary blends well with lavender, peppermint, eucalyptus, tea tree and lemon. Rosemary Cineole CT is best for diffusers while Rosemary Verbenone CT is best for hair and skin.