{"id":4465,"date":"2023-03-15T15:41:01","date_gmt":"2023-03-15T15:41:01","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/drckm.com\/?p=4465"},"modified":"2026-09-18T16:11:07","modified_gmt":"2026-09-18T16:11:07","slug":"guide-to-taking-care-of-your-oil-diffusers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/drckm.com\/?p=4465","title":{"rendered":"Guide to Taking Care of Your Oil Diffusers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Diffusing essential oils is one of the easiest yet most effective ways for you to experience the aromatic benefits of your favorite essential oil. Over time, your diffuser will develop an oil buildup that potentially can prevent it from working properly, so it is important to understand how to use and take care of it. Here are a few tips that will help you have the best aromatic experience and extend the life of your doTERRA diffuser.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Filling Your Diffuser<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Use clean, room-temperature\u00a0tap water. Make\u00a0sure the water level does not\u00a0exceed the watermark.<\/li>\n<li>Add 5\u201312 drops of doTERRA essential oils. You can add more oil for a stronger scent. Experiment with the amount of oil you use and find what works best for you.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Cleaning Tips<\/p>\n<p>doTERRA Cloud\u2122 and Aroma Ace Diffusers<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Clean the nozzle before switching oils.<\/li>\n<li>Rinse the nozzle with tap water, or for deep cleaning,\u00a0submerse the quick-change top in rubbing alcohol for\u00a030\u201360 minutes.<\/li>\n<li>Wipe clean with a dry cloth.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>PETAL, AROMA, LITE, AND LOTUS DIFFUSERS<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Quick-Clean after Each Use<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Make sure to unplug your diffuser prior to cleaning.<\/li>\n<li>When removing excess water from the water tank,\u00a0pour from the rear of the diffuser to avoid spilling on\u00a0the operating buttons.<\/li>\n<li>Clean the inside of the water tank and the outside of\u00a0the diffuser with a small amount of neutral detergent\u00a0cotton cloth or a small foam brush. Avoid using any\u00a0harsh cleaners on your diffuser.<\/li>\n<li>Rinse and dry.<\/li>\n<li>Use a Q-tip dipped in rubbing alcohol to wipe the\u00a0ultrasonic mist chip found inside the water tank.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Deep Clean Every Month<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Cleaning is a necessary step to ensure that oil residue\u00a0doesn\u2019t build up in your machine preventing it from working\u00a0properly. Periodically, it is a good idea to run your diffuser\u00a0through a cleaning cycle. If you use your unit every day, then\u00a0running a cleaning cycle monthly is a good idea. To do so, do\u00a0the following:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Fill your diffuser half way with clean water.<\/li>\n<li>Add 10 drops of white vinegar.<\/li>\n<li>Let the diffuser run for about 5 minutes to allow the\u00a0water-vinegar mixture to disperse throughout the unit\u00a0and clean it.<\/li>\n<li>Drain the diffuser completely.<\/li>\n<li>Using a cotton swab dipped in vinegar, clean the tight\u00a0spots and corners of the diffuser.<\/li>\n<li>Rinse with clean water.<\/li>\n<li>Use a dry cloth to wipe the diffuser and dry it thoroughly.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Best Places to Use Diffusers<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Bedrooms<\/li>\n<li>Office desk<\/li>\n<li>Hotel rooms<\/li>\n<li>Spa room<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Avoid placing your diffuser in direct sunlight or near a fan.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Diffuser Blends to Try:<\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div><strong>Refreshing Trio:<\/strong><\/div>\n<div><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/div>\n<p>3 Spearmint<\/p>\n<p>3 Peppermint<\/p>\n<p>3 Wintergreen<\/p>\n<div><strong>Forest Meadow:<\/strong><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<p>2 drops Cedarwood<\/p>\n<p>2 drops Juniper Berry<\/p>\n<p>3 drops White Fir<\/p>\n<p>2 drops Arborvitae<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Sweet Dreams:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>3 drops Vetiver<\/p>\n<p>3 drops Lavender<\/p>\n<p>3 drops Sandalwood<\/p>\n<p>3 drops Roman Chamomile<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Diffusing essential oils is one of the easiest yet most effective ways for you to experience the aromatic benefits of your favorite essential oil. Over time, your diffuser will develop an oil buildup that potentially can prevent it from working properly, so it is important to understand how to use and take care of it. 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