Ways a Humidifier can Improve Your Health, Skin and Overall Lifestyle
Winter is a time for cold weather, crazy snow storms and dry air. It’s something that can’t be avoided. However, with the use of a humidifier, you can combat the negative effects that come with dry air in an instant. Interested in finding out how? Here are seven ways a humidifier can improve your life this season.
Reduces your Risk of Infection
Bacteria and active viruses don’t do well in moist environments. As winter is the time for the flu and other illnesses to spread, it’s important to have a humidifier running. This is one of your best defences against catching a cold and remaining as healthy as possible.
Hydrates your Skin
The dry air that comes with the colder months is likely to absorb the moisture in your skin. Unfortunately, this will increase your chances of experiencing dryness, flaking, dullness and faster ageing symptoms. Fortunately, running a humidifier will keep your environment moist, allowing your skin to stay hydrated and looking vibrant.
Protects Wooden Furniture
One wouldn’t think that adding moisture into the air around wooden furnishings would be a good idea, but it’s actually a must if you want to prevent permanent damage. Dry air can suck the moisture from the wood, leaving it vulnerable to cracking much sooner than it should. A humidifier can help to preserve the strength of the wood, increasing its lifespan by years.
Improves your Morning Voice
Dry air tends to dry out many aspects of your body, including your throat and, ultimately, your vocal cords. To make sure you don’t wake up in the morning sounding like a completely different person, run your humidifier overnight.
Lowers your Heat Bill
Moist air has a tendency to feel warmer than dry air. That being said, if you want to lower your heating bill by a few dollars, then it’s time to invest in a humidifier. As it adds moisture into the air, you should be able to feel the room warm up, slowly but surely. Doing this, especially during the winter, means that you’re not blasting the heater at all hours of the day.
Reduces Static Shock
Dry air is a common occurrence during the winter months, which is why you might be experiencing more static shock than you’re used too. The best way to counteract this annoyance is to set up a humidifying to pump moisture back into the air.
Improves Sleep Quality
A humidifier can help if either you or your partner is an avid snorer. Snoring usually occurs when your throat and/or sinuses are too dry. Sleeping with a humidifier running will increase the moisture in the room, soothing your dryness. A moist environment can also help in warming a room, making it more comfortable to fall asleep and stay that way.
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