All about lamps for aromatherapy in a beauty salon and at home

A straightforward yet effective tool that can change the atmosphere of any area is an aromatherapy lamp. Depending on the oils you select, these lamps provide a natural way to create a relaxing, refreshing, or invigorating atmosphere by gently dispersing essential oils into the air.

An aromatherapy lamp can help you accomplish a variety of goals, such as improving your ability to concentrate at work, relaxing after a hard day, or just adding a nice scent to your home. Choosing the ideal lamp for your needs can be a little overwhelming, though, because there are so many options available.

This guide will explain the fundamentals of aromatherapy lamps, the various kinds that are available, and factors to take into account when making your selection so that you can make an informed choice and reap the full benefits of aromatherapy.

Contents

Concept and types
Electric
Electronic

Classic
Selection criteria
Use in a beauty salon or SPA

The best options for a salon
"Ultransmit" KW-027
Nuvola "Cloud"

Aroma lamp "Two elephants"
Home use
The best for the home

Candle Warmers "Aurora"
Inbreathe Flower
DEXP HD-340

Precautions
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Concept and types

An apparatus for dispersing oil scents throughout a space is an aroma lamp. used for aromatherapy at home, SPA procedures in salons, and room aromatization.

Why an aroma lamp is necessary

creating a suitable atmosphere during spa treatments;
aromatization of rooms;
therapeutic effect on the body due to heating of essential oils.

The aromatization of beauty salons is thought to be the most contentious use of aroma lamps.

The truth is that extended exposure to oil vapors can cause blood pressure fluctuations, nausea, dizziness, and migraines in humans.

Additionally, allergies are a possibility, which is particularly risky in beauty salons with high client traffic. Aroma lamps should be used with extreme caution when using their clove or lavender function, as the owner has no way of knowing which of their clients is allergic.

Based on the principle of operation, all lamps are classified into three types:

electric – powered by an outlet;
electronic – started with batteries;

simple – perform their function thanks to the open flame from a candle.

Basic, non-electric lamps are categorized according to the material they are composed of. They are as follows:

ceramic;

glass;
stone;
metal.

Devices that are electric or electronic are not categorized based on material. While there are examples made of glass and wood, most are composed of sturdy plastic, either with or without glass.

Electric aroma lamps come in four different varieties:

water. The aroma of oils evaporates due to the evaporation of water heated by an incandescent lamp;
ultrasonic. Water is not used in such lamps, and the aroma is emitted using ultrasonic vibrations;
ring. They are a hollow ring into which an oil mixture is poured. The ring is put on a household light bulb and allows the aromas to evaporate due to heating;

USB. It works from a computer and heats the oil using the energy it receives.

Traditional aroma lamps are regarded as basic non-electric. They have an arch at the bottom where a lit candle is placed and a bowl at the top where water is poured. The air becomes saturated with oil-particle vapors when heated.

The air freshener that looks like a perfume bottle is the superior descendant of the traditional aroma lamp. A wick is lowered into the liquid and removed from the vessel after adding oils to the water. The wick absorbs liquid and releases aroma into the space gradually. Although this option isn’t appropriate for beauty salons that perform SPA procedures, a lobby or waiting area can use one of these unique air fresheners.

Let’s now examine each of the types in more detail and weigh the benefits and drawbacks of each.

Electric

First, let’s discuss the benefits of electric aroma lamps:

attractive appearance. Modern lamps for essential oils are made in fashionable designs and interesting shapes. This allows you to fit the device into any interior;
economical consumption. Due to maintaining the same temperature, the oil is consumed more slowly. In the case of candles, it is impossible to control the heating – over time, the water heats up more and more and evaporates the oil faster;
safety. Of course, it may be inappropriate to talk about the safety of a device powered by an electrical network, but in comparison with an open flame from a candle, it is still safer. The main thing is to follow the instructions and observe safety precautions;

additional functions. Electrical devices are supplemented with additional features, for example, the air ionization function. You can’t do this with a simple lamp;
real smell. Due to the absence of fire, the smell of burning, paraffin and soot, which can interrupt the purity of the aroma, disappears.

Drawbacks:

compared to a classic aroma lamp, an electric one is more expensive. The price varies from 1 to 15 thousand rubles depending on the manufacturer;
modern design. Paradoxically, but a stylish design for an aroma lamp is both an advantage and a disadvantage. When performing a SPA procedure, maximum relaxation is important, and for this, every part of the room should be conducive to relaxation, especially when performing specific procedures, for example, Gouache and Stone massage. In this case, a stylish and modern lamp stands out from the interior filled with stones, candles, thematic images.

Electronic

The idea behind electronic aroma lamps is the same as that of electric ones; the difference is that an AA or AAA battery is used to heat the lamp.

Benefits

autonomy. A battery-powered lamp is not tied to a specific room or surface. It can be moved, rearranged and even taken to another office;

safety. Such a lamp is safer than even an electric one, since the voltage produced by the battery cannot cause any unpleasant reactions except for a slight burning sensation;
design. Like electric ones, electronic ones have a stylish design for modern interiors of beauty salons and SPA rooms;
no open fire and a clean smell of oil vapors;

additional functions. Ionizers are not built into electronic aroma lamps, but they are happily equipped with, for example, a clock, humidifier or alarm clock. Convenient – set the alarm for the end of the procedure and you do not need to constantly be distracted by the clock.

Drawbacks:

unpredictability. This means that the batteries can run out at any moment and ruin the massage or just relaxing aromatherapy in the middle of the session;

price. Electronic aroma lamps cost the same as electric ones.

Classic

The original type, known as classic aroma lamps, existed long before electricity. When the nobles performed hygienic procedures in antiquity, they were used in Rome and Greece.

Benefits

budget. You can buy a regular aroma lamp for 100 rubles;
atmosphere. This advantage is especially important for SPA rooms that monitor the atmosphere of the room and try to achieve maximum relaxation for the client. Lamps made to look old or imitating animals look much more laconic next to stones and candles.

Drawbacks:

danger. Open fire, even from a small candle, can cause a burn;
uncontrolled consumption. Candle fire heats oils endlessly and soon their temperature is not the recommended 40-60 degrees, but 70 or even 80. The higher the temperature, the faster the oil evaporates.

Selection criteria

When purchasing, there are important distinctions between traditional and contemporary scent lamps that you should be aware of.

Traditional, straightforward aroma lamps:

distance from the candle to the bottom of the bowl. It should be between 7 and 10 cm. The closer the open fire is to the bowl, the faster the heating and evaporation of the oil occurs;
material. The material from which the lamp is made directly affects the heat retention. Stone lamps retain heat the longest, in addition, they do not heat up as sharply as ceramic ones, which allows you to saturate the room smoothly, barely noticeably. Glass and metal options are acceptable, but they are usually more expensive than stone and ceramic ones;
price. When choosing a classic lamp, price is not a decisive criterion and rarely affects quality. The cost of the lamp depends on the material from which it is made and the appetites of the manufacturer. It has already been said that an ordinary ceramic lamp can be bought for 100 rubles., and for designer and exclusive options you will have to pay from 2,000 to infinity;

appearance. If the lamp is used in a massage room or other SPA procedures, choose a device stylized in accordance with the interior. These can be animals, dishes, abstract shapes. A well-chosen aroma lamp will add atmosphere to the room.

Electronic and electrical:

Operating principle. Aroma lamps can be powered by batteries, the mains or a computer. Consider this when choosing – if there is not even a laptop in the SPA room, a lamp powered by USB is unlikely to come in handy;

container for oils. In the case of simple lamps – everything is easy, container manufacturers do not allow any special mistakes, but with electric and electronic ones everything is more complicated. The container into which oils or their mixture with water are poured should be easy to wash, and even better – removed. With constant use, the bowl gets dirty, and when turned on, it will spread not only the aromas of oils, but also bacteria;
heating temperature. The advantage of such lamps is the ability to control the temperature. Optimally, the lamp should heat the liquid to 40-60 degrees. With this indicator, gradual evaporation occurs without sudden emissions of vapors into the air;
cord length, if the lamp is wired. An electric lamp can have a cord of different lengths – from 30 to 200 cm. Before buying, check what is the distance from the place where the lamp is installed in the salon or office to the nearest outlet;

price. In these types of lamps, cost is an important criterion, because it directly affects the quality of the heating element used, the environmental friendliness of the housing material. Aroma lamps working from electricity at one time sold in Fix Price, but when turned on, they smelled so burnt plastic that they soon disappeared from the windows. The price of good quality lamps starts from 1-1.5 thousand. rub.

Generally, purchasing aroma lamps from physical stores is preferable. This is because the selection provided by online services is extremely constrained.

Diffusing essential oils into the air, an aromatherapy lamp is a basic yet powerful tool that improves your at-home spa experience while encouraging relaxation and overall well-being. When making your selection, take into account aspects such as the type of lamp, the material, the design, and the diffuser’s quality to make sure it fulfills your requirements and looks good in your room.

Use in a beauty salon or SPA

In actuality, the decision is difficult because the primary factor influencing the selection of a particular model is the following:

if you need a universal device that will aromatize and humidify the air, then, of course, it is better to pay attention to electric aroma lamps. They create a pleasant aroma, make the air more comfortable and promote relaxation;
if the lamp is needed in a stylized SPA room where Chinese, Thai or Japanese massage sessions are held, then classic aroma lamps are more suitable, since they bring you closer to the ancient peoples when these massage techniques originated. Of course, there are electric lamps, also stylized as antique or stone, but classic options with an open candle flame are especially good for maintaining the atmosphere.

Regarding application, it is simply unsafe to use lamps in areas with heavy traffic, such as vestibules or foyers.

The area of the room where the aroma lamp will be used must be determined.

for a 15-20 sq. meters any type of lamp will do;

if the total area of the premises is more than 20 sq. meters, it is better to use electric or battery-powered, since the classic one cannot sufficiently saturate a room more than 20 sq.m.

The best options for a salon

"Ultransmit" KW-027

Ionization and air humidification capabilities combined in an ultrasonic oil diffuser. features two modes of aromatization: interval and continuous. equipped with a backlight and a shutdown feature.

It costs roughly 3,000 rubles.

Nuvola "Cloud"

A lamp that creates a mist that readily disperses throughout the space using a water and oil mixture. The air is further humidified because steam is released from the device along with the oils. comes with an auto-off feature and a seven-color backlight.

Cost: 3-3.5 thousand rubles.

Aroma lamp "Two elephants"

On the Green Secret website, where all the items required for aromatherapy are also listed, we discovered this aroma lamp. The "Two Elephants" stone lamp is crafted in an antique style that is ideal for an SPA treatment area.

This is just a regular lamp with a candle flame for aroma emission; it does not have any other features. Because an elephant is a symbol of prosperity, security in one’s finances, and wisdom, the elite figurine for oils also has symbolic significance.

The cost is roughly 1,500 rubles.

Home use

Select a gadget for your home usage according to your preferences and financial situation; no one can stop you from purchasing the model of choice. But remember the following advice:

in winter, it is good to use aroma lamps with air humidification. They compensate for air dried out by heating and allow you to breathe comfortably;
if there are small children and pets in the house, think about whether it is worth buying an inexpensive, but dangerous version of a candle lamp. You can easily burn yourself on a candle and oil heated in a bowl.

The best for the home

Candle Warmers "Aurora"

We had to tell you about this interesting specimen that we could not pass by. The Aurora aroma lamp is not an aromatherapy lamp in the traditional meaning of the word. This lamp has an integrated stand for a scented candle. The candle warms up and releases its scent when the light is turned on. What you need in order to scent the space or make the desk feel comfortable.

Such a copy costs between 1.5 and 2.5 thousand rubles.

Inbreathe Flower

An apparatus that can spray oil vapors and moisten the air. features a 350 ml tank that holds water that has been enhanced with aromatic oils. Although it is more of an aromatization option, it is still a good choice for the house.

Features multiple operating modes to customize the level of humidification and a backlight.

The Inbreathe Flower model is pricey. The starting price is three thousand rubles.

DEXP HD-340

We will also feature the DEXP HD-340 aroma diffuser. This humidifier also has an aromatization feature for the room. An excellent option for the home, particularly in the winter, is to add aromatic oils to a special container for therapeutic effects and to prevent dry hair and skin through air humidification.

With a price tag of no more than 2,000–2,500 rubles, this is a reasonably priced model that essentially gives you two functional gadgets for the price of one. Of course, humidifiers with aromatization come in more expensive models; it appears that Xiaomi, Polaris, BQ, and Electrolux are among the manufacturers.

Aromatized humidifiers are appropriate for use in beauty salons as well as homes. The most important thing is to keep an eye on how clean the device’s internal components are; microbes thrive in humid environments.

Precautions

do not try to make an aroma lamp yourself, especially an electric one. This can lead to electric shock or short circuit;
put any aroma lamp only on a flat surface, from where the device will not roll and fall;
do not touch heated oil. Even heated oil up to 60 degrees can cause a burn;

do not use candle aroma lamps in rooms where there are small children and pets. Firstly, it is not safe for the above, and secondly, it can cause a fire;
do not leave aroma lamps with an open flame unattended and especially overnight in the salon. Such trivial mistakes often cause fires.

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