Benefits

What is a humidifier

A humidifier maintains a level of moisture in the room area. Moisture is needed more in dry climates and when the heat is turned on in the fall and wintertime. People tend to have more issues when it is dry and that can cause concerns with skin dryness, and bacterial and viral problems triggered because of ambient air dryness.

There’s more than one type of humidifier, but at the most basic level, the device emits water vapor into a space to increase the level of humidity. When used correctly, humidifiers can help to alleviate dry skin, chapped lips, nose bleeds and other pesky cold-weather conditions. It can even help to reduce some snoring!

According to the Environmental Protection Agency, ideal indoor humidity levels can vary but “the ideal levels of humidity for your living space will be less than 60 [percent] in the summer and between 25 — 40 [percent] in the winter.” You can monitor the indoor humidity of your home by looking for an increase in condensation, mold or insects.

What is a diffuser?

A diffuser is basically the same thing as a humidifier. And many humidifiers can be used with essential oils, making them diffusers of said oils.

In short they are used for diffusing the essential oils into the air for aromatherapy purposes. In our webshop you can buy several different humidifiers for everyday use. We currently only carry one device that is strictly a essential oil diffuser, most of our products can be used as both a diffuser and humidifier.

Are there any downsides to a humidifier?

Humidifiers do more good than bad, as long as you clean them properly. Without regular care, a dirty humidifier could promote bacteria and mold growth.

Benefits

Winter air is dry air. Humidifiers put moisture back into the air, which can create a lot of benefits for you and your family.

A 2013 study, for example, showed that increasing humidity levels to 43 percent or above significantly reduced the ability of airborne viruses to cause flu infections. In fact, in a low humidity environment, 70-77 percent of viruses could transmit the disease through coughs, but when humidity was increased to 43 percent or more, that number dropped to only 14 percent.

An earlier 2009 study showed similar results, with humidity limiting the transmission of the influenza virus.

Getting a humidifier may help you avoid getting sick this winter, but it can also give you softer, more glowing skin, and even help preserve your real wood furniture.

10 Unique benefits of using a humidifier

Reduce risk of infections. Viruses and bacteria can’t travel as well in moist air. A humidifier could mean the difference between getting the flu this winter and remaining healthy.
Softer, more vibrant skin. Cold, dry air saps moisture from your skin, which causes all kinds of problems, including dryness, dullness, flaking, and accelerated aging. A humidifier can help prevent all these damaging effects, and help you maintain that glowing, vibrant look for all your holiday parties and get-togethers.
Comfortable sinuses. You know that dry, tight feeling you get in your nose in the winter? Even if you don’t have a cold (it’s worse when you do), winter air can dry out your sinuses, lowering your resistance to bacteria and viruses. Sleep with a humidifier and wake up with a more comfortable nose—and throat!
Faster healing times. Say you do end up with a cold, a sinus infection, or the flu. A humidifier will shorten your suffering. Keeping your nasal passages and your throat moist will help you heal faster, and will reduce symptoms like coughing and sneezing.
Healthier houseplants. Plants help pull toxins out of the air. But they can suffer in dry, winter air. Have you noticed that the soil is dryer than usual? Are the leaves looking droopy and sick? A humidifier can help keep your houseplants healthy—which helps keep you healthy, too!
Protected wood furnishings. Dry air can damage wood furniture, as well as moldings and doors, causing them to split and crack. A humidifier can help preserve the integrity of the wood, maintaining your pieces for years to come.
No growling morning voice. Do you often sound like a bear in the mornings? That’s dry air getting to your vocal cords. Sound more like your normal self when you sleep overnight with a humidifier in your bedroom!
Reduced heating bill. Did you know that moist air feels warmer than dry air? It’s true. If you add some moisture to the air, it will feel warmer, which can help you save on your heating bills this winter.
Fewer electric shocks. No one likes a static electricity shock—especially not the cat! But you may have noticed that in the winter, it’s harder to avoid it. That’s the dry air again. Use a humidifier and leave the lightning outside.
Improved sleep. If you or a partner snores, a humidifier may help. We tend to snore more if our sinuses and throats are dry. A moist environment also tends to feel warmer and more comfortable, which can encourage a good night’s sleep.

Our product lines

Here at humida, we currently carry two main product lines.

The Home & Office collection is ment for people who want a more relaxing work or home environment. All of the products can be used with essential oils for an enhanced experience.

Our On the Go collection is more mobile. Need to stress down while driving? or want to bring your humidifier with you to a café? worry not, their sleek designs and small stature makes them your perfect companion. These devices are not ment to be used with essential oils.

Essential oils

Just a few drops of an essential oil is more than enough to enhance your humidifier experience.
Our oils are 100% essential aromatherapy oils. They can be bought in singles or in a package of 6.

- Best regards, The Humida Team.