How to Clean a Diffuser

How to clean a diffuser was something I didn’t know how to do when I first got one so I though it would be worth while in sharing! Getting diffusers for around the house can be an investment and I want to make sure you know how to take care of them so they can last you years and years!

These are instructions for deep cleaning a Lumo, Petal, Lotus or Aroma Lite Diffuser.

1. Turn off your diffuser and unplug.
2. Fill the water reservoir halfway to the line or red mark with clean water.
3. Add 10 drops of pure white vinegar to the water.
4. Plug back in your diffuser and turn it on. You can let it run for about 3-5 minutes.  This will allow the vinegar to disperse throughout.
5. Turn off and unplug the diffuser again. Dump out the water reservoir completely.
6. Dip a cotton swab with white vinegar and wipe down the edges of the water reservoir as well as the ultrasonic mist chip.
7. Rinse the water reservoir with clean water.
8. Wipe the reservoir with a dry cloth and let air dry before using it again.

I would recommend doing this deep clean for your diffuser once a month.

To keep your diffuser in great working condition, clean your diffuser after each use.  You can do that by wiping it out with a damp cloth and letting it air dry before using it again. For a quick clean, you can use Lemon oil to diffuse for a short time. This helps to clean out any residue or water lines before you wipe it out.

Now its time to fill your diffuser with a yummy blend of oils. You can find some diffuser blend recipes here.  Want to learn more about using essential oils? Check out here.