Why humidity?

How is having a humidifier going to help me?
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Self Care

Better than any overnight moisturizer.

Whether it's for your skin, lips, hair, throat, eyes, or nose, perfectly balanced air can do wonders for your body. You'll not only see a relaxing mist, but also really feel the difference it can make for yourself.

Viral Defense

Decrease virus survival & float times.

Humidity levels between 40-60% have been scientifically shown to reduce the risk of viral transmission. In some cases, these viruses are completely deactivated, making them much less likely to be infectious or harmful to us.

Home Benefits

Wood, walls, plants, and energy savings.

Humidity can help prevent splitting in wooden floors and/or furniture, lessen cracking along walls, and give any moisture-loving plants that extra bit of mist to keep them vibrant. Humid air can also feel warmer than dry air in the winter - save energy!

Symptom Relief

Fight back against day-to-day symptoms.

Pesky allergies, coughs, stuffy noses, and dry eyes can really creep up on us seasonally. Running the A/C or heater can also worsen symptoms, so having a humidifier can really help create a stable environment all-year round.

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Experts in skincare, biology, immunology, and healthcare have been pushing for humidity standards much longer than we have.

"When the air is dry and moisture isn't present, the air will draw moisture from its environment, including your skin. It is a little-known fact that our body temperature fluctuates as we sleep. We lose water trying to regulate our body's temperature. While you're sleeping the body's hydration rebalances, supporting skin metabolism, cell turnover, and repair. Ever notice how great your skin looks after a good night's sleep? This is because skin regeneration is at its height between 10 PM and 2 AM, so this is the best time to help the skin repair. It is critical to support the skin during this time, and humidifiers are a great tool to do that."
- Dr. Zenovia Gabriel (Practicing Dermatologist)

Credit to Rebecca Norris & Martha Stewart's "Humidifier Soothe Dry Skin"

Experts in biology, skincare, and healthcare have been pushing for humidity standards much longer than we have.

"There is now overwhelming scientific evidence that a mid-range air humidity has significant benefits for human health. 40-60% is the optimal level for our respiratory immune system and will reduce the spread of seasonal respiratory illnesses and their burden on society."

- Dr. Stephanie Taylor

Infection Control Consultant at Harvard Medical School

Distinguished Lecturer & Member of the ASHRAE Epidemic Task Group

Experts in biology & immunology have been pushing for humidity standards much longer than we have.

"I call on the WHO to review the many studies relating to low indoor humidity and health, and take action to mitigate seasonal illness and improve the health of building occupants across the world."



- Prof. Dr. Adriana Aguzzi

Professor and director of the Institute of Neuropathology at the University of Zurich

Editor-in-chief of the Swiss Medical Journal

Experts in biology, skincare, and healthcare have been pushing for humidity standards much longer than we have.

"In the cold weather, your skin attempts to conserve heat by constricting blood vessels, which in turn dries out the outer layers of your skin. It also makes the lines on your face more prominent and makes skin dull & flaky."
- Dr. Debra Jaliman MD

Health Magazine Interview

Experts in biology & immunology have been pushing for humidity standards much longer than we have.

"Studies have shown that there is a sweet spot in relative humidity. Air of between 40% and 60% shows substantially less ability to transmit viruses and allows our nose and throat to maintain robust immune responses against them. That's why I recommend humidifiers during the winter and why I feel the world would be a healthier place if we kept all of our buildings at 40 to 60% RH."

- Prof. Dr. Akiko Iwasaki

Professor at Yale and investigator for the Howard Hughes Medical Institute

Humidity is often forgotten in the context of air care. People are always talking about pollution, smoke, and air purifiers, but just as important as what we take out of the air is also what we choose to put back in. In fact, humidity has a much more direct effect on your body's health and how you feel on a day-to-day basis.

Starting with humidity, it's our mission to design & create an air care ecosystem where you never have to think twice about the temperature, humidity, or air quality in your home."

 

- Henry J.

Co-founder of Missed Global

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