Can you add some diluted essential oils (like eucalyptus or lavender) to the distilled water without causing damage and making it not work?
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YEP! I've been doing it for a week now. Just don't do citrus.. I use only Young Living (I won't get into an argument about purity here, but I am quite certain of the purity of my oils) - I filled the bottle with water, then added 10 drops of EO, then shake it before each time that you fill the atomizer. Works WONDERFULLY. I was the one walking around Convention this week, using it - I bet I sold 100 of them. :)
46568
I have not added essential oils to the water in my LOCOMO Nano Mister, but remember reading either in a booklet or on-line, that essential oils may be added to the sprayer.
324682
I don't believe you can use fragrance oils only essential oils. Fragrance oils will clog the device along with citrus essential oils.
1144675
Hi, Actually the directions call for not this product not diluted and certainly not mixed with bleach or other products. This small bottle would get expensive to use all the time and the eucalyptus sent did not last long after cleaning the floor. Certainly not a good value. I would used distilled water and maybe eucalyptus oil drops or other scents. Hope this helped and good luck!
584755
I would recommend only distilled water. Drinking water or tap water could have impurities that might harm the plant. We've only used distilled and had nothing but good results.
1352136
I found this information re essential oils in these units. The use of water additives, such as ethereal/essential oils, fragrances, eucalyptus, water conditioners etc. will damage the appliance materials and as a consequence the whole unit. Any use of such additives will void the manufacturer's warranty.
1108709
I'm not sure if this helps but I use lavender oil and water and it works great.
2016120
I have no idea how essential oils might affect the stainless steel. I'd suggest contacting the manufacturer. I have added lemon and orange slices to the water in the hydro flask.
755646
I have had no problems with mine and use it almost every night with essential oils. Use tap water.
1219611
I would not do that. Use it to disinfect it BEFORE you add water. Let it sit in the container as per the instructions on the bottle, for disinfection. If you want to add to the water, use an essential oil such as eucalyptus, rosemary etc.. They have disinfection properties, would be safer to breathe, and can do some healing to the lungs. Good luck! My opinions are my own, and are not for the purpose of diagnosing or treating diseases etc.. :0) Would be glad to answer any other ques you may have, if i can!
457343
I disagree with the previous answers. Yes, there is a separate little bottle that you put any good quality essential oil in and like reed diffusers, the oil is wicked up and mixed with the water vapor. However: it has not done a darn thing to the plastic... I'm not sure if that reviewer added the essential oils directly to the water. I know that it does ruin the machine if you do that. And I don't understand how the other reviewer has gone through so much essential oil. I filled the vial up when I bought the machine several months ago...I check it when I refill the water but I have yet to add more and there is still a nice, strong, but not overpowering lavender smell when I turn the machine on. I do recommend that you only turn it on low or medium. The high setting puts out too much water vapor. It doesn't evaporate quickly enough and makes the surrounding surfaces damp. Overall, it's a good quality machine and does not require you to purchase refills of anything.
278992
I haven't tried it. My humidifier stopped working quickly because the sensors never detected it had water, I don't think distilled water would have helped that.
2022705
Distilled would be best, but way too inconvenient and expensive. I use filtered, tap water and an ionic silver cube to prevent bacterial build up.
387886
Yes, Lavender is one of few essential oils that can be used without dilution, even for burns. But it´ll work better for cosmetic purpose when added to a carrier, moisturizing oil (jojoba, almond, grape seed...)
930049
You can. 4 to 8 drops added to the water after you've filled the tub. Agitate the water. I added the oils to sweet almond oil, 2 tsp. I'm new to oils still and this was my first bath mix but I have been reading up on them. Do not bathe with photo toxic oils, Bergamot and citrus oils, please do a search yourself to check for others. P.S. Their lavender is fantastic! Used it undiluted on a burn for husband, never hurt. I also put 5 drops and 1 drop of Tea Tree on a tissue before bed and put it in my pillow case and sleep like a baby! Sorry I'm very excited about oils! Hope this helps.
1903702
Adding essential oils to the tank has damaged the tank plastic. I would advie against it, and stick to just dripping essential oils onto the dried up Vicks pads.
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That I am not real sure of. I do know they have diffusers for that purpose, and some are up there in price. Some humidifiers says not to add anything but water or if they add scents it is made for that. If you would like to try on an old humidifier that would be the best to do. Thrift stores carry those for cheap and you will not have to spend alot of money if it ruins the humidifier. You know the Vicks thing you can put the med rub in the cup, well that could be another option as well. I have tried to figure out another way to use those essential oils for aromatherapy that is what I buy essential oils. When you buy those oils make sure you can use them for whatever you bought them for. (food grade, skin safe (no reactions on skin), and will not harm the body thru inhalation. Hope I helped!
677912
Why would you ever ever add essential oils to your water? This is horrible for you and not meant to be consumed.