When you’re feeling overwhelmed, or are in the mood for something delightful, the scent of an uplifting or soothing essential oil—like peppermint, lavender, or eucalyptus—can be a much-needed stress reliever. You don’t need to light a candle to enjoy the benefits of aromatherapy: The best essential oil diffusers provide continuous scent and fine mist dispersion, and can transition any living room, bedroom, or bathroom into an oasis of sorts.
Many essential oil diffusers come with rainbows of gorgeous LED lights and function as night lights and humidifiers, which can quite literally help you breathe easier—a potential source of comfort if you’re stressed. There are all sorts of essential oil diffusers on the market, from nebulizing diffusers (which use a larger amount of essential oil but spread a more concentrated scent) to ultrasonic diffusers (which vibrate to release a cool mist of fine particles). Almost all of them are also compact, plus they often come with automatic shut-off and timer options. Above all, many of them are beautiful to look at, available in smooth porcelain, wood grain, and with sleek decorative cut-outs.
Below, we’ve rounded up 23 of the best essential oil diffusers for aromatherapy and wellness from brands like Vitruvi, Asakuki, Innogear, and Urpower, available on major retailers like Amazon and Target. They may be just the thing to help you find spa-like calm during anxious times.
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