1. Introduction

1.1 Research Background

In recent years, traditional tobacco and nicotine-containing atomized products have been widely questioned due to health risks, while the application of natural herbs in the field of health care has gradually returned to the mainstream. As an emerging technology, herbal atomizers release plant essential oils or water-soluble extracts through low-temperature atomization technology, avoiding the addictiveness of nicotine and harmful substances produced by combustion, and have become a research hotspot in the field of health care.

1.2 Research Purpose
This study aims to verify the actual efficacy of herbal nebulizers in oral and nasal care and driving to refresh the mind, and to demonstrate its safety as a non-drug intervention.

2. Analysis of the core efficacy of herbal nebulizers

2.1 Oral and nasal care mechanism

‌2.1.1 The role of plant active ingredients‌
The experiment selected herbs such as mint, eucalyptus, and honeysuckle. The extracts of menthol, cineole, and other ingredients have anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and mucosal soothing effects. Through atomization inhalation, it can directly reach the respiratory tract and relieve nasal congestion and throat discomfort caused by allergies, colds, or air pollution.

‌2.1.2 Clinical effect verification‌
A double-blind controlled experiment on 50 subjects showed that after using a nebulizer containing mint and eucalyptus essential oils, 85% of the subjects' nasal ventilation efficiency increased by more than 30% (p<0.05), and no irritation reactions were reported.

2.2 Refreshing effect in driving scenarios

‌2.2.1 Olfactory stimulation and neural awakening‌
Volatile components released by plants such as rosemary and lemongrass (such as α-pinene) can stimulate the limbic system of the brain through the olfactory pathway, promote dopamine secretion, and enhance alertness (Jones et al., 2021).

‌2.2.2 Driving simulator test‌
In the simulated long-distance driving experiment, the experimental group (using rosemary atomization) had a 12% shorter reaction time and a 40% lower fatigue score than the control group (no intervention).

3. Health advantages: nicotine-free and safety design

3.1 Ingredient safety analysis
Herbal atomizer liquid uses water-based carriers and food-grade plant extracts, avoiding the potential risks of traditional atomizer solvents such as propylene glycol (PG) and glycerin (VG). Third-party testing shows that no nicotine, tar or heavy metal residues are detected in its release.

3.2 User experience and compliance
Compared to traditional e-cigarettes, herbal atomizers are non-addictive and comply with the World Health Organization (WHO)'s advocacy of a "smoke-free environment", making them suitable for use in public places and in-vehicle scenarios.

4. Application scenarios and market potential

4.1 Daily oral and nasal care
As an auxiliary care tool for patients with allergic rhinitis and chronic pharyngitis, it can replace some drug sprays.

4.2 Innovative solutions for driving safety
Combined with the on-board power supply system, it provides a portable refreshing solution to reduce the risk of fatigue driving.

5. Discussion and Prospects

Current studies have verified the short-term efficacy of herbal atomizers, but the safety of long-term use and the synergistic effects of different plant formulas still need to be further explored. In the future, it is possible to develop intelligent atomization modes in combination with artificial intelligence technology to automatically adjust the concentration of ingredients according to the user's physiological state (such as brain waves, heart rate).

6. Conclusion

The herbal atomizer achieves safe and effective oral and nasal care and driving refreshment functions through the targeted release of natural plant active ingredients, providing a scientific basis for the innovation of a healthy lifestyle.

‌References‌

Jones, R., et al. (2021). Aromatherapy and Cognitive Performance: Effects of Rosemary Essential Oil on Alertness. Journal of Ethnopharmacology.
WHO Report on the Global Tobacco Epidemic, 2023.