Blueair: CleanAirBall Personal Purifier Giveaway and Review~ 1/19

Momma Told Me: Your lungs are constantly under attack.

I learned to respect that which I could not see from an early age. The concept of clean air was no stranger, and I spent the entirety of my childhood shuffled out of one air hazard or another. With a mother who'd just managed to survive Stage 4 Hodgkins, and retained but a fraction of her former lung capacity, unseen air particles were perhaps our biggest enemy. And, because I rarely left Momma's sight or side, my own lungs developed a sort of sensitivity to various agitators. As an adult I cannot tolerate smoking in public settings, and find myself acutely aware of even the faintest variances in air quality. Yes, my lungs were spoiled so to speak, and I continue to deal with the peculiarities and benefits of it to this day.

I've often had (friendly) arguments with many friends and family in regards to the definition of clean air. Living just outside of Los Angeles, it doesn't take a scientist to scan a cityscape and see the air is infested with smog; but not all air pollutants are as forbiddingly apparent. For many who suffer from pollen and dander allergies, the clearest of atmospheres can pose hazardous threats. Think I sound a little apocalyptic? Consider the (over) 8.7 known species of microorganisms capable of airborne transmission, then take a gulp at the knowledge that scientists predict this is less than 10% of the actual species in existence! Of course there's no need to wrap your world in Seran Wrap and call yourself Bubble Boy; humans have been coexisting with these particles and organisms for centuries. But one thing is for sure, whether you're an asthmatic, or born with an immune system of steel, nothing feels quite like a breath of fresh air.

About 2 years back I developed a very nasty, and persistent, cough. Those in passing, who didn't know me, would refer to it as a 'smoker's cough'. Naturally I've never touched a cigarette in my life; and, while the doctors put me through a barrage of TB, Pneumonia, and Viral tests, I had no prior illness to account for it. Other than a constant post nasal drip, at night, I had a healthy respiratory system. Month after month it progressed, until a simple bout of laughter would produce coughing fits bad enough to close my airways and have me gasping for air (no fun!) My doctors were stumped; asthma and allergies were ruled out, and I was at last sent home with an apology and an emergency inhaler. At this time, I began to log my episodes, and started shopping air purifiers. All of this coughing was cutting dramatically into the quality of my sleep, and my home quickly began to feel like a war zone for my lungs! I needed something affordable and portable I could rely on when traveling, sleeping, or simply socializing around friends.

Founded in Sweden, in 1996, Blueair is a company solely committed to the purification of air for mild to moderate respiratory consumers. Their advanced technology, and attention to functional design, best exemplifies their mission to make clean air available to everyone. With accessible research, to back their products, and a versatile range that spans personal to room and home purifiers, Blueair strives to put the consumers comfort and health at top priority through energy efficient models. I was sent a Black CleanAirBall personal purifier for review here on Momma Told Me. The parcel that arrived was incredibly intuitive and minimalistic. Inside the box was a thin tri-fold instruction pamplet, USB to AC (2PC) charging adapter, 2 PC AirBall unit, and Single Filter. Assembly was quick, removing the surrounding bags and packaging, and plugging the USB power cord into the back of the unit.

The CleanAirBall personal purifier is impressively lightweight, yet sleek and sturdy. It's chic round design makes for an intriguing piece of home decor, while the footed base add stability on any surface. The replaceable filter sits snuggly inside the bottom of the Ball, and the top half latches into place with a rounded male/female pairing. Weighing less than 2lbs, and just over 7' in diameter, this small purifier packs an impressive treatment window of up to 45 SQ FT. The CleanAirBall uses a patented HEPA filtration system, with (white noise comparable) quiet motor and optional blue ambient lighting. I love that this unit requires no tools to set up or maintain, and has a single button operation. It's also Blue Star certified as energy efficient!

The purifier functions through a unique design that enables the Ball to draw air from bottom located vents, and pull the flow through a cylindrical filter. The small, central located, fan moves the filtered air up and through the vented gap at the top. Note, though the CleanAirBall has blue lighting, it is in no way UV related, and purely for ambiance as a night light or piece of decor. To operate the CleanAirBall simply press the (back located) power button once. To disarm the blue lighting, press the power button once more, and a third time to turn the device off entirely. For it's $39.95 retail value, there is one feature I'd love to see incorporated into it's design; a sleep timer. The unit will not turn off on it's own, and will run all night from a bedstand, or otherwise, if left on. Thankfully it's energy efficient, but a sleep program would enable an extension on the life of the filter.

Now, an air purifier has always been one of those 'sounds nice, but how do I know its working' type things, to me. And, while the CleanAirBall claims to have an impact up to 45 SQ FT away, I prefer to keep mine within 5-10 ft, when in use. It's so light and easy to relocate, and convenient with a USB power option, I can literally move the Ball with my laptop from room to room! That being said, I have noticed a significant difference in treated, vs non treated atmosphere and breathing. My coughing and nasal issues are markedly cut with Blueair's CleanAirBall, and I especially enjoy (and this may sound crazy) the way the air almost feels thinner to breathe. The life of it's filter truly will depend on frequency of use, and atmosphere of use. While mine shows visible signs of function (discoloration from collection of particles), it is still going strong after 2 months.

What Daughter Says: Don't trust the air to your eyes, feel the difference with award winning purification from Blueair!

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