Atmospheric diffusion is the gentlest form of aromatherapy, and the properties of essential oils offer many benefits when used in this way. Other than their indisputable qualities for helping us manage our emotions, stimulating concentration or promoting sleep, diffusing essential oils allows us to fill our rooms with their unique scent and many health benefits.

Here are some of the best organic essential oils to diffuse at home.

9 organic essential oils for diffusion

Used as a natural way to purify the air in your homewhen housecleaning, essential oils boast a unique asset:the power of scent. Gentle and delicate or energy-boosting and invigorating, the fragrance that fills a room after diffusing essential oils is undoubtedly the most effective way to enjoy their benefits.

• Organic Ravintsara essential oil: an airborne antiseptic

Essential oil of Ravintsara (Cinnamomum camphora cineoliferum) has antiviral and antibacterial properties. Perfect for use in winter, it naturally stimulates and strengthens immune defences.

When diffused this oil acts as an expectorant and relieves runny noses. Add Organic Ravintsara essential oil to your diffuser and diffuse it for 10 to 15 minutes per hour, 3 times a day maximum. Consult the diffuser instructions for usage guidelines.

This product should not be used if you are less than 3 months pregnant, for children under 7 years of age, or those who suffer from epilepsy or asthma.

• Organic Lemon essential oil: diffuse happiness

Essential oil of lemon (Citrus limonum) purifies the air thanks to its antiseptic properties.

When diffused it produces an energy-boosting scent that makes this oil a great help for lifting spirits.

Add Organic Lemon essential oil to your diffuser and diffuse it for 10 to 15 minutes per hour, 3 times a day maximum. Consult the diffuser instructions for usage guidelines.

This product should not be used if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or for children under 7 years of age. This is a photosensitising oil and should not be used on the skin.

• Organic Exotic Verbena essential oil: drive the blues away

Essential oil of exotic verbena, also known as lemony litsee, promotes sleep thanks to its calming lemony scent.

When diffused its warming and comforting fragrance creates the right ambiance for cocooning.

Add Organic Exotic Verbena essential oil to your diffuser with other relaxing oils like Lavender and Sweet Orange, and diffuse for 10 to 15 minutes per hour, 3 times a day maximum. Consult the diffuser instructions for usage guidelines.

This product should not be used if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or for children under 7 years of age.

• Organic Eucalyptus Globulus: refresh your surroundings

Essential oil of eucalyptus globulus ( Eucalyptus globulus) is traditionally used to relieve pulmonary infections (bronchitis, colds, etc.) thanks to its anti-infectious and antibacterial properties.

When diffused it helps to purify the air as it is a powerful airborne antiseptic.

Add Organic Eucalyptus Globulus essential oil to your diffuser and diffuse it for 10 minutes per hour, 3 times a day maximum. Consult the diffuser instructions for usage guidelines.

This product should not be used if you are less than 3 months pregnant or breastfeeding, for children under 7 years of age, or those who suffer from asthma.

• Organic Java Lemongrass essential oil: an air purifier

Essential oil of Java lemongrass is mainly used as a natural mosquito repellent.

When diffused it eliminates bad odours and hinders growth of pathogens. It can also be blended with Atlas Cedar to repel moths.

Add Organic Java Lemongrass essential oil to your diffuser and diffuse it for 10 minutes per hour, 3 times a day maximum. Consult the diffuser instructions for usage guidelines.

This product should not be used if you are less than 3 months pregnant.

• Organic Wild Mint essential oil: an invigorating boost

Essential oil of wild mint ( Mentha arvensis) has energising properties to stimulate the body and mind.

When diffused its fresh and invigorating scent helps to promote healthy breathing.

Add Organic Wild Mint essential oil to your diffuser and diffuse it for 10 minutes per hour, 3 times a day maximum. Consult the diffuser instructions for usage guidelines.

This product should not be used if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, for children under 7 years of age, the elderly or those who suffer from epilepsy.

• Organic Atlas Cedar essential oil: radiate calm

Essential oil of Atlas cedar (Cedrus atlantica) boasts relaxing and comforting properties.

When diffused it blends well with citrus essential oils, like lemon and sweet orange, to promote the ideal ambiance for meditation, grounding and refocusing.

Add Organic Atlas Cedar essential oil to your diffuser and diffuse it for 10 minutes per hour, 3 times a day maximum. Consult the diffuser instructions for usage guidelines.

This product should not be used if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, for children under 7 years of age, the elderly or those who suffer from epilepsy.

• Organic Sweet Orange essential oil: the sweet scent of optimism

Essential oil of sweet orange ( Citrus sinensis) is known for its purifying and balance-restoring properties.

When diffused it emits a sweet scent that lifts spirits and calms the mind.

Add Organic Sweet Orange essential oil to your diffuser and diffuse it for 10 minutes per hour, 3 times a day maximum. Consult the diffuser instructions for usage guidelines.

This product should not be used if you are less than 3 months pregnant.

• Organic Lavandin Grosso essential oil: the sandman

Essential oil of lavandin grosso ( Lavandula x hybrida) is a lavender hybrid with powerful calming properties. It's a valuable aid to relieve sleep disorders.

When diffused it promotes relaxation and helps to combat depressive moods.

Add Organic Lavandin Grosso essential oil to your diffuser and diffuse it for 10 minutes per hour, 3 times a day maximum. Consult the diffuser instructions for usage guidelines.

This product should not be used if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, for children under 3 years of age, the elderly or those who suffer from epilepsy. This is a photosensitising oil and should not be used on the skin.

Essential oils unsuitable for diffusion

The essential oils above can be used for atmospheric diffusion, but others are unsuitable. There are two types of essential oil unsuitable for diffusion: those rich in phenol, which irritate the mucous membranes; and those rich in Ketone, which are neurotoxic.

The following oils should never be diffused:

• Ajowan
• Dill
• Juniper
• Turmeric
• Sweet fennel
• Scented gaultheria
• Italian helichrysum
• French lavender
• Labrador tea
• Rosemary verbenone
• Lavender-leafed sage
• Blue tansy