Spring Cleaning!

Say hello to the first day of Spring with a breath of fresh air! Whether you are an allergy sufferer or just want to improve the indoor air quality in your home, here are five natural air purifying ideas to turn your living space into a spa like oasis. 

1. Himalayan Salt Lamps emit negative ions which help to remove smoke, pollen, pet dander, and mildew from the air while increasing the oxygen levels in the room. They have also been shown to help improve sleep patterns by getting rid of positive ions caused from electronic magnetic exposure (computers, television, cell phones, tablets, appliances, etc).  

2. Essential Oil Diffusers help release aromatic oils into the air. Essential oils are powerful antimicrobials when released in vapor form and many provide air cleansing benefits as well. Use these air purifying oils alone, or mix some together to find your perfect potion: Eucalyptus, Ginger, Grapefruit, Lavender, Lemon, Lemongrass, Sweet Orange, Oregano, Peppermint, Pine, Rosemary, Sage, Tea Tree, Thyme, Wintergreen

3. Houseplants aren't just for show as many varieties provide air purifying benefits. Aloe Vera plant rids the home of chemicals found in household cleaners and paint. English Ivy is ranked the number one houseplant for cleaning the air by NASA. The Spider Plant and Snake Plant absorb carbon monoxide. 

4. Moso Natural air purifying bags are made of bamboo charcoal, which absorbs unpleasant odors and dehumidifies the air. These are great for bathrooms and closets. The porous charcoal removes bacteria, allergens, pollutants, and moisture, preventing and trapping mold and mildew. These bags last for two years and are rejuvenated by being placed in the sunlight. 

5. Beeswax candles are not only beautiful to look at, they burn clean and ionize the air, neutralizing toxins. Beeswax candles are also effective at removing dust and dander from the air, unlike regular paraffin candles which release benzene, toluene, and other chemicals into the air.