The process of diffusion is the way in which essential oils are distributed in the air so that one may inhale them.  There is a host of ways in which this diffusion is accomplished.  Varying from the very simple to moderately complicated, the diffusion of essential oils for Aromatherapy can be demonstrated in three general methods.  Consumers can practice many methods with these products.  Here is a look at some of these methods and the products used for them.

The three main ways in which aromatherapy essential oils are diffused are by tissue, steam and candle diffusion.  The tissue method is really simple.  Merely place a few drops on a tissue, making sure that the tissue is somewhere nearby.  Consequently, the aroma will be distributed to you.  This method is advantageous because it is quick, easy and can be done anywhere.  But, with this method very little vapor is emitted.  Unlike the tissue method, using boiling water diffuses far more vapor into the air.  Just by pouring boiled water into a bowl and placing several drops into the bowl, vapors are distributed throughout the room.  This diffusion method is less convenient than the tissue, but more effective.  Being that the vapors produced by boiling water is not long lasting, a favorite method is using candles.  In addition, simply lighting a candle, extinguishing the flame, placing a few drops in the soft wax (not on the wick) and then re-lighting the candle, vapors are distributed in the air.  The only disadvantage to this method is that it can be dangerous if not done right, since some essential oils are highly flammable and one must take care not to light the oils themselves.

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