The respiratory system is on the front line against external aggressions such as viruses, dust, pollens or bacteria. This is why the diffusion of carefully selected essential oils can relieve the inflammation of your bronchi. Zoom on aromatherapy in diffusion to relieve the lungs. 

4 golden rules for safe essential oil diffusion use

Naturel ne veut pas dire sans danger. Les huiles essentielles possèdent des pouvoirs thérapeutiques indéniables. Seulement, leur puissance peut autant soigner qu'empoisonner. Zoom sur les 4 règles d'or pour une utilisation sécure. 

1.  Beware of people with asthma

If you suffer from asthma, it is necessary to talk to your doctor, pharmacist or any other competent practitioner (naturopath, aromatherapist) beforehand. Indeed, essential oils can prove dangerous in asthmatic subjects. When in doubt, refrain. Indeed, there are other natural practices much more suitable for your situation such as gemmotherapy for example. 

2.  Never broadcast in the presence of children or pets in the same room

Children and animals are sensitive to volatile compounds. Their airways are fragile and reactive which can lead to neurological problems: convulsions, epilepsy, vomiting... After diffusion, wait 15 minutes before bringing the animal or child into the room. 

3.  Do not diffuse essential oils continuously

Continuous release is not wise. Indeed, the volatile compounds remain suspended in the air for several tens of minutes or even several hours. Thus, to purify the atmosphere of your home,air the room for 10 minutes then turn on your diffuser for 10 minutes every hour. 

There are programmable diffusers that facilitate not only the comfort but also the use of essential oils in diffusion. 

4.  Do not use a candle diffuser.

Finally, a last rule which is do not heat an essential oil. Photophores, candle diffusers or any other device that heats the oil are to be banned. Indeed, heating the EO burns it strongly altering its quality. 

It is advisable to favor cold diffusers, negative ions...

An olfactory synergy for your lungs

Not all essential oils are good for diffusion. When in doubt, bet on synergies. The breath of the trees  from the Bioflore brand offers you the advantage of comfort and effectiveness. It is indeed a synergy of several essential oils that participate in the opening and natural cleansing of the respiratory tree. 

The breath of the Trees is composed of :

Essences of Citrus paradisii* and Citrus aurantifolia*, zest - essential oils of Eucalyptus radiata*, Cinnamomum camphora cineoliferum (ravintsara)*, Pinus sylvestris*, Picea mariana*, Cedrus atlantica*, Eugenia caryophyllus*, Cinnamomum zeylanicum* * ingredients from controlled organic agriculture.

Essential oils to care for your lungs

Here are the essential oils to adopt in your family and natural pharmacy for use in diffusion :

• Eucalyptus Globulus essential oils. and Radiata  : diffused into the air helps to sanitize the room while protecting your airways. These essential oils are anti-catarrhal, which means they calm the inflammation of the respiratory tract and allow the evacuation of mucus contained in the bronchi. 

• The essential oil of Scots Pine : EO antiseptic and expectorant powerful and effective. It thins the bronchial mucus to facilitate its elimination. Useful in cases of cough, bronchitis, catarrh, sinusitis, colds and flu. 

• The essential oil of Black Spruce Scots pine EO: just like Scots pine EO, it has oxygenating and balsamic properties. Natural tonic, its revitalizing and energizing action makes it an essential in case of exhaustion, great fatigue or lowered immunity.  Moreover, its anti-infectious, expectorant, stimulating and air antiseptic properties make this EO, a remedy of choice in the fight against winter ailments. 

• Hyssop essential oil  : It is expectorant, mucolytic, interesting to counter respiratory problems with mucous congestion (sinusitis, bronchitis, asthma) and has an excellent anti-infectious potential. 

The Council of use: some drops of one of these EO in your diffuser. Let it work for about 10 minutes in the living room, your bedroom or your office, then repeat the diffusion several times a day.