The most common way to use an essential oil is diffusion. Using a specialized diffuser or reed diffuser you can add essential oils to your environment. Diffusing these scents cleanses and purifies the air and may kill mold spores that are present. And your house or office will smell amazing.

Which essential oil kills mold?

The most popular essential oil blend for mold, Thieves is a blend of oils such as cinnamon essential oil, eucalyptus, cloves, lemon, and rosemary essential oils. By combining the antifungal properties of these oils, you have a high success-rate of “killing” mold and mildew.

How do you get rid of mold in the air?

The only way to directly kill mold spores in the air is to use an air purifier. For best results, place purifiers in each room of your house to ensure maximum efficiency in killing the spores. You can get a quality air purifier at any home improvement store and at most mass retailers.