Can aromatherapy oils be added to this humidifier?
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There is no place to add oil, and the manual specifically states to only use water in the tank. Given that this is a cool mist humidifier and has no warming ability, it's probably not suitable for oils.
2272102
Yes. I did, just be careful not to add too much, seemed to make the consistency a little thinner. They also have a variety pack of 3 that already have essential oils in them. I just ordered w/essential oils, haven't received them yet.
409258
Thank you for contacting Active Forever. Yes this item does have an aromatherapy tank where you can add oils. It is not recommended that you add the oils directly to the water that is put in the unit. I hope this information helps you with your decision to order this product. If we can be of any other help, please feel free to contact us.
1937861
The product I purchased did no have the humidifier option so I am unable to assist. Sorry.
712466
I have a Vicks® Warm Mist Humidifier . I add it to reservoir for the vaposteam.
2202316
Its best used in a diffuser. I have a humidifier but it doesn't recommend using oils in it. The quooz lull diffuser works great with the oils. Good luck
1743430
I'm not an expert, but I would say that you could. A drop or two of Lavender oil (let it dry completely before use), might be a nice touch. However, I'm using mine - in part - to avoid scents, so have no need to add any.
1183638
From the owner manual: "You should only add water treatments that are specifically made...Using water treatments that are not recommended could damage the humidifier". Personally, I suspect oil would gunk up the works.
2255427
I do use an air freshener in my humidifier, but it is water based. I would guess that an oil would have to be stay heated in order to give off a fragrance.
1307466
No it is not compatible with pure essential oil. Any aroma used MUST be water soluble. As pure essential oils are not water soluble, they are not compatible.
2217293
There isn't a place to put essential oils in this humidifier. I don't thinkit would be a good idea to add it directly into the water reservoir as it might collect on what ever mechanical device turns the water to a mistThe owner manual does not mention the use of essential oils. The phonenumber for service is 866/737-6590 if this isn't the correct number to addressyour question perhaps they can direct you to the correct phone number.I've been using the humidifier for almost a year and it is easy to fill, easy to adjust the amount of mist and is very attractive. There isn't a place to put essential oils in this humidifier. I don't thinkit would be a good idea to add it directly into the water reservoir as it might collect on what ever mechanical device turns the water to a mistThe owner manual does not mention the use of essential oils. The phonenumber for service is 866/737-6590 if this isn't the correct number to addressyour question perhaps they can direct you to the correct phone number.I've been using the humidifier for almost a year and it is easy to fill, easy to adjust the amount of mist and is very... » Read More There isn't a place to put essential oils in this humidifier. I don't thinkit would be a good idea to add it directly into the water reservoir as it might collect on what ever mechanical device turns the water to a mistThe owner manual does not mention the use of essential oils. The phonenumber for service is 866/737-6590 if this isn't the correct number to addressyour question perhaps they can direct you to the correct phone number.I've been using the humidifier for almost a year and it is easy to fill, easy to adjust the amount of mist and is very attractive. « Show Less
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I would not use it as a humidifier. While it does put a small amount of water into the air, the real purpose is to diffuse essential oils. We live in Utah (a high mountain desert) and in the winter use a humidifier as well as our diffuser. If your intent is to add moisture to the air, I would get a humidifier. However, some people will use the humidifier and place Vicks in the reservoir to help with breathing. If that's your intent, then this diffuser and essential oils will work much, much, much better.
2109592
I dont see how you could, unless you pour the oil on the "pad" that goes into the unit, however, i would check with Vicks. Call their customer service hotline (800-362-1683) and ask them. I personally did not like this item. It did nothing for me. I had to hold it right under my nose (laid it on my chest) and was able to get smell it a little. I would not recommend this item at all. But good luck with it if you try it :)
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No, the oil comes out in a cool mist, just like an ultrasonic humidifier. One benefit to this is that there's no warm-up time: aromatherapeutic misting begins immediately. I'm also told that the therapeutic compounds in essential oils are volatile, and that misting them cold (as opposed to heating) maximizes their benefit.
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These oils have many uses and can be used many ways but cannot be used in a humidifier. A diffuser, topically, and taken In a veggie cap internally is how they are recommended to be used & I have used this particular oil in all of those ways! LOVE it! It is great for emotional distress or to uplift and brighten your mood or spirit :)
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Yes, essential oils added to paraffin oil can add a very pleasant fragrance to the burning. Use between 10 and 25 drops to start depending upon the size of the reservoir and add or subtract depending upon the effect. A little goes a long way. Have fun experimenting.
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Maybe Amazon but certainly health stores & Young Living sell unscented pads for drops of aromatheraphy oils. I wore out one YL diffuser like this one, & one still going but noisy so I'm going to try this Vicks "quiet" one. I also use a cool mist quieter YL diffuser w/ small compartments for water & their therapeutic-grade pure essential oil, sending them out into the room air via micronized mist more inhalable than dry air plus the moisturizing is nice for heaters & a/c but not for high home humidity--the time for these dry diffusers instead :)