by Furnishly | Jan 18, 2022 | Design Inspiration, Style
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While there are many wonderful things about the start of a new year, the colder weather it brings isn’t so great. If you’re like me, the first real sign of winter is when you start to wake up with a slightly cracked voice each morning. The cold air combined with turning on the heat means drier air, which turns into dry skin and congestion — not a good time. There’s good news though: A humidifier can easily help fix this pesky problem. Whether you’re shopping for your kids or for yourself, there are tons of great picks (big and small) that can help put an end to your dry air woes for good. Read on to learn more about eight of the best humidifiers that’ll solve your dry air problems today. They might just make your winter that much more enjoyable.
Sarah M. Vazquez also contributed to reporting.
by Furnishly | Nov 8, 2021 | Design Inspiration, Style
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Winter is almost here, and your skin is probably in the midst of a bitter protest against the dry, cold air. Chapped lips, dry skin, and overall redness are all the telltale signs of very unhappy cold-weather skin, although dry skin can be a year-round battle depending on location, indoor climate control, or just genetics. When lathering up on moisture isn’t enough (and moving to a tropical climate isn’t feasible), there’s an inexpensive, effective strategy we love: a personal humidifier. Beyond adding moisture to the air around you, humidifiers can also help ease congestion and coughing, making them perfect in cold and flu season, or even for relieving some seasonal allergy symptoms.
Humidifiers come in two varieties: warm mist and cool mist. Warm mist humidifiers heat up the water used and release hot steam that kills off bacteria and provides the highest level of moisture saturation. Cool mist is considered the safer option, especially in households with children. These models don’t use heat, meaning there’s no risk of burns from spilled hot water. They are also especially helpful when fighting congestion.
While large-scale humidifiers are useful for home, personal humidifiers are definitely more convenient and have the added benefit of a smaller footprint. You can keep one on your desk during the day, or place it on your nightstand when you sleep. There are also USB-charged models that can be used in your car and even packed on carry-ons for trips. No matter what your needs are, we’ve found the best personal humidifiers so you can soothe your dry skin anytime, anywhere.
Sarah M. Vazquez also contributed to reporting.
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by Furnishly | Oct 18, 2021 | Design Inspiration, Style
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by Furnishly | Aug 17, 2021 | Design Inspiration, Style
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It’s never too early in the year to start using a humidifier. In fact, I’ve been known to sporadically use my own humidifier all year round. But honestly, I would use it more if it wasn’t such an inconvenient tool. (Yes, we’re going there.) Let’s face it: Humidifiers can be a hassle to set up. They’re usually pretty clunky, not to mention heavy. They can be difficult to clean — plus there’s the inevitable accidental spills to worry about. And it can be hard to remember to refill them, or bring yourself to drop what you’re doing to do so. Last but not least, they can also take up a lot of precious space, whether they’re in use or in storage. But they’re also so necessary for combatting the dry air, whether in the winter or during the rest of the year. That’s why this the small-space-friendly, portable MistAire humidifier from Pure Enrichment is such a game changer.
The humidifier itself is only 5.5″ by 5.5″, so it’s pretty compact. But the best part is that the water source is just any standard-sized water bottle, which attaches and empties into the base of the humidifier. No more lugging around jugs of water or accidentally sloshing half the contents of the humidifier onto the floor. Because it’s so small and portable, this humidifier can easily make your packing list for a trip. And it’s the perfect solution for the dry air in hotels.
One reviewer wrote that this portable humidifier is perfect for someone who has to travel for work: “I spend lots of hours in hotels and airports and always end up with very dry and uncomfortable sinus issues. I absolutely love the convenience and portability of this humidifier.”
Because it’s so unobtrusive, it’s also a great gift for someone moving into a dorm or heading back to the office. Plus, at $29.99, it’s pretty affordable. The MistAire humidifier also automatically shuts off when it runs out of water. And if it needs a refill, all you need is a bottle of water and you’re good to go. It has a knob that lets you control the mist, and it comes with a storage bag and cleaning brush.
Another happy reviewer wrote that they prefer smaller humidifiers like this one because of how convenient it is. “… we have several small ones throughout the house as the large room humidifiers create too much moisture and are a pain to clean and refill, but these small ones keep humidity at just the right level…”
You can keep this portable humidifier on your desk, by your bed, or move it around throughout the day. Whether you need a humidifier for traveling or staying at home, why not get a device that can do both?
