Quick & Easy: How To Naturally Deodorize Small Spaces
Decluttering and re-organizing is an effective way to hit the reset button on your home's atmosphere. It clears away the unnecessary while making room for what's new. Who doesn't love a tidy closet?
To do more than simply clean up, try using pure essential oils to give your favorite spaces an instant refresh. Undesirable odor can lurk in closets, cabinets and drawers so it's important to give small spaces a little TLC when you can.
Another key consideration in deodorizing your home is in maintaining indoor air quality. Even fragranced products that claim to be "green" or "natural" can contain hundreds of undisclosed chemicals that can act as secondary pollutants.
The good news is that it doesn't require much work to freshen up small spaces and with pure essential oils. Unlike synthetic fragrances, essential oils offer therapeutic, health-promoting benefits as well as illustrious aromas. If you have a small space that needs deodorizing or an aromatic touch, try these simple tips to make your space fresh and enjoyable.
Ultrasonic Diffusers
With just the push of a button, diffusers make using essential oils incredibly easy. Ultrasonic diffusers, which use a little bit of water and just a few drops of oil, are increasingly popular. Through vibrations, ultrasonic diffusers combine water and essential oils to disperse aroma and deodorizing properties into the air.
We offer two types, the Diamond Diffuser and the Terrazzo Stone Diffuser. Each provides powerful aromatherapy, especially in small spaces. They are hand-crafted and made of natural stone materials and work wonderfully to combat odors in a room of almost any size. Try diffusing Anxiety Ease or Joy for added emotional support, while also zapping any unpleasant odor in its tracks.
Compact Diffusers
Reed Diffusers allow for passive diffusion in small spaces. A passive diffuser naturally emits essential oils without any help from a stimulus. These diffusers generally offer a less intense aroma output but are very effective in small spaces.
So long as the aroma is not too intense, you can leave a reed diffuser day and night. These diffusers can be placed throughout your home or space and used continuously. Passive diffusers are recommended for those with aroma-sensitivities or if you prefer continuous diffusion at a lower intensity.
Salt Diffusion
Salt is said to capture and neutralize bad odors. Pair that with deodorizing synergy blends such as Purify, Cleaning, and Aroma Fresh to naturally cleanse the air. You can even make your own salt pot for salt diffusion with this DIY, or just add salt, baking soda and the essential oils of your choice to any small bowl.
Room Sprays
We developed our exclusive line of non-toxic Room Sprays to make enjoying 100% pure essential oils as easy as possible. With just a little mist, you can completely transform any space. From fresh florals aromas to notes of vanilla and bergamot, each Room Spray also works as linen spray and pillow spray. Our Room Sprays are a great option for achieving a strong aroma output without much effort.
With the added ability to rid odors, once you experience our Room Spray, you'll want to have them on hand at all times. Take a bottle of Room Spray with you on the go to liven up the aroma in your car or yoga bag. Try a citrus aroma with our Tangerine Jasmine room spray or our best-seller, Chamomile Lavender.
Unlike conventional air fresheners, our Room Sprays carry the benefits of pure essential oils. They can help you relax, boost your mood, and increase your energy levels.
When you're done freshening one nook, move onto the next using the same, or different methods. Before you know it, no odor will be left unturned.
Have more tips? Share with us in the comments below!
Sources:
1. Potera C. (2011). Scented products emit a bouquet of VOCs.Environmental health perspectives,119(1), A16. https://doi.org/10.1289/ehp.119-a16
2. Singal, M., Vitale, D., & Smith, L. (2011). Fragranced products and VOCs.Environmental health perspectives,119 (5), A200. https://doi.org/10.1289/ehp.1103497
*This blog was updated February 2021.
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About the Author, Jenna Jones
Jenna Jones is the Chief Marketing Officer of Edens Garden. Jenna’s background in journalism led her to investigate the world of essential oils, and what she discovered inspired her. She joined the team in 2016, spurring Edens Garden into a leading source for aromatherapy education.
This article was reviewed by our Lead Aromatherapist,
Bella Martinez is a Certified Aromatherapist, Natural Skincare Formulator and Edens Garden’s lead aromatherapist. An industry expert, Bella has spent years training and learning in the aromatherapy field, which she continues annually. Her passion is taking evidence-based aromatherapy and making it approachable for all.
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