If you want to try to create a special atmosphere around yourself, plunge into the world of smells and succumb to their relaxing effect - aromatherapy is what you need. It's true that everything went perfectly, you should learn how to use the aroma lamp correctly. The market now offers a huge number of different containers for flavoring. You can use a traditional ceramic lamp or give preference to newer electric models. We will talk about the intricacies of each of them.
How does the aroma lamp work?
First of all, it is necessary to understand that the aroma lamp is a conventional container, from which the essential oil will subsequently evaporate. This is a very simple device, which most often consists of a small bowl and a place for heating. Earlier they were made only of ceramics and assumed the use of open fire; now it is possible to meet other models, although the principle of operation does not change from this.
In order to evaporate the essential oil, you need to pour a few drops into the bowl, previously filled with water. After this, take a candle, light it and put it under the bowl so that the fire heats up the liquid.
Never leave the aroma lamp unattended unless you put out the candle. Be sure to wash it out every time after use, especially if you plan on using other oils.
If you are first turning to aromatherapy, do not continue the procedure for more than half an hour. In the future, you can saturate the room longer, but never more than two hours.
How does the electric aroma lamp work?
The principle of operation is similar, the only difference is that heating is not from a candle, but from electricity. They can be of very different shapes, for example, in the form of a saucer. It is enough to pour water into it with essential oil and plug it into the outlet. There are options that look like a ring. It must be worn on a light bulb in an ordinary table lamp. There are even usb-aroma lamps that you can carry with you along with your laptop. It is enough to connect it to the device and you can enjoy pleasant aromas.
A few tips
Aromatic oils have different effects on the human body, so you need to choose them with care. In addition, there are a couple of rules for using aromalamps, which we will share.
- Before using the aroma lamp, ventilate the room well.
- Make sure there is no draft and open windows in the room.
- Watch where you put the aroma lamp. Do not light it on a plastic surface.
- If the house has children, make sure that they can not reach it.
- Carefully select the aroma oil. If you live not alone, take an interest in the well-being of others because they may not be suitable for them.
What aroma oils should I use?
The science of fragrances is fundamental and not everyone can fully understand it. However, there are several general recommendations that will help you choose the essential oil and get the maximum effect from it.
- In order to cheer up, use the aromas of bergamot, lemon, mint or rosemary.
- Relax will help the oils of mandarin, lavender, marjoram or lemon balm. You can remove irritation with sandalwood oil or geranium.
- To kill bacteria that provoke colds, use tea tree oil, thyme, eucalyptus.
- To create a romantic atmosphere, as an aphrodisiac, use pink, lavender, cedar oil.
- If you have a headache, drip rosemary oil or chamomile into the aroma lamp.
Enjoy and be healthy!