Imagine somewhere comfortable, cozy and homely, and clean air and fresh scents are far more likely to spring to mind than damp smells and layers of dust. It is no surprise, then, that air purifiers and essential oil diffusers are home staples. The promise of fresh-smelling rooms and clean air in your lungs is quite attractive, after all. But what is the difference between air purifiers and essential oil diffusers?
A quick comparison of these appliances reveals that they serve very different functions. Air purifiers trap airborne pollutants and allergens such as dust, pollen and pet dander. Essential oil diffusers, on the other hand, have nothing to do with improving air quality and are more about creating a pleasant aroma. These devices spritz a mist made of water and essential oils.
