Diffusing Every Day to Keep the Blues Away

I was chatting with one of my regular customers at Time Laboratories the other day and I mentioned to her how I used aromatherapy every day.  The customer looked at me for a moment and I immediately got the feeling that they did not believe me and was perhaps they were offended that I would try to "sell" the benefits of aromatherapy to an already valued customer.

I followed up my statement by explaining how I use a diffuser at my home and at least 75% of the cosmetics in my house contain essential oils. This revelation seemed to move us past the awkwardness but it is an interaction that inspired me to write today's blog post. I wondered, "why did the idea of using aromatherapy daily seem so insincere?"

I really do practice aromatherapy daily, even beyond the passive applications I already mentioned. Granted I work in the industry and have more access to it than most people but I still think the average person can easily, and affordably, improve their daily lives with essential oils.

For this post I would like to focus on diffusing essential oils, though diffusing is just one of my my many daily aromatherapy uses. I would encourage every home to invest in an essential oil diffuser. There are many options: humidifiers, oil burners, and even some simple bamboo sticks sitting in oil can help distribute the wonderful smells of aromatherapy throughout your home or work space.

My personal recommendation for a diffuser is our Professional Atomazing Jet Diffuser. In short this diffuser is special because they do not add any heat to the oils during any part of the diffusing process.  I am not a chemist, but I do remember learning about the atomic structure and how heat will increase the vibration of molecules. Considering that essential oils work on a molecular level it is not a stretch to claim their effects may be altered by a temperature increase. If you want to read more about how our diffuser works check out this post from our Mechanical Engineer here.


Atomizers utilize a controlled air stream to vaporize undiluted essential oils into a fine mist that can disperse through a room quite easily. Diffusing essential oils will not only fragrance a room but the micro-droplets of essential oil will neutralize offensive microbes found in the air we breath. Try diffusing calming and sedative oils at night, energizing oils in the morning, and immuno-stimulating oils during illness. Time Laboratories has some incredible essential oil combos formulated for many different occasions. Check out the selection here.

Our website offers two different package options to get your own patented -Time Lab's Tech- Atomizing Jet Diffuser which you can check out here.

I admit that a good diffuser is a financial investment, but you can still effectively diffuse oils in your home without having to spend money on a diffuser.

Room sprays are already a common household item. Unfortunately many of the spray room fresheners available at the market are terrible for the environment and contain harsh synthetic chemicals. You can make your own room spray with distilled water, alcohol, and essential oils. Be sure to use a PET plastic bottle and fine mist sprayer because the chemicals in the plastic will not interact with the the essential oils. For each ounce of distilled water add 10-15 drops of essential oil and a 1/4 tsp. of isopropyl alcohol, unflavored vodka, or any other aqueous emulsifier. Shake well before each use for an effective room, body, or linen spray. The fine mist will act like a diffuser and clean the air while fragrancing your home.

Warm Evergreen Room Spray Blend

30 Drops Spruce Essential Oil (Where to get it)
10 Drops Orange Essential Oil (Where to get it)
10 Drops Cedarwood Atlas Essential Oil (Where to get it)
8 Drops Fir Needles Essential Oil (Where to get it)
8 Drops Pine Needles Essential Oil (Where to get it)

Add Essential Oils into a 4 oz Spray Bottle with 2 mL a Coconut Emulsifier Carrier Oil (Where to get it) and 120 mL of Distilled Water. Shake well before use.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Written By:

Phil Shepard

Store Manager

Time Laboratories

About Phil

Phil Shepherd is an avid aromatherapy enthusiast who enjoys working for Time Laboratories and Windrose Aromatics. As a southeast Idaho native, Phil enjoys working in his local community theater and spending time at home with his husband and his pets.
Phil loves working with aromatherapy, particularly making custom fragrance blends. Phil manages the local retail outlet for Time Laboratories, is a proud NAHA volunteer, and feels privileged to have had the opportunity to work closely with a pioneer of American aromatherapy, Ms. Annemarie Buhler.