Canopy Reimagined the Humidifier. People Noticed.
From a dermatologist’s favorite skincare hack to pediatrician’s recommendation for keeping cold symptoms at bay, when a product is this game-changing, there’s a reason everyone’s talking about it. Canopy’s sleek, mist-free humidifier has earned a serious collection of praise—including a 2022 Harper’s Bazaar Beauty Icon Award and features in Vogue, Forbes, and Well + Good (to name a few).
We hopped on the Canopy train last year, and their bestselling Humidifier quickly became our #1 secret for glowing skin, easier breathing, and better sleep. It’s an effortless addition to any health and beauty regimen, and a lifesaver in the wintertime when the air outside is cold and dry and the air inside is hot and dry.
Why You Should Care About Your Air Quality
The skin and health benefits of humidifiers are too numerous to count:
- hydrates dry skin, eyes, and lips
- diminishes wrinkles and gives skin a dewy glow
- combats cold and flu symptoms
- promotes better sleep
- improves the efficacy of skincare products
- keeps hair and scalp healthy and hydrated
- reduces the effects of asthma or allergies
- prevents congestion and snoring
The catch: most humidifiers are more trouble than they’re worth. Traditional humidifiers expel way too much moisture into the air—making your home a hotbed for bacteria and mold. They’re also clunky, nearly impossible to clean, and require constant upkeep.
Canopy Is Breaking the Mold
That’s where Canopy comes in. In 2019, a team of beauty junkies, wellness nerds, and design engineers set out to reinvent the tired old home appliance into a beautifully designed, sleek device that’s effortless to use and keeps itself clean.
Their secret is a combination of a few things: a proprietary mist-free system, contaminant-trapping filters, and smart sensing technology deliver all of the hydration—without any of the bacteria or mold.
Canopy has a few different options available for purchase:
- The Humidifier, Aroma + Filter Subscription: the most popular offering comes with a humidifier, a filter, 3 sets of aromas and diffusing pucks for $125, plus a subscription for a new filter, aromas, and pucks every 45 days for $25.
- The Humidifier + Filter Subscription: which includes a humidifier, a filter, and an aroma sample kit for $135, plus a new filter every 45 days for $10.
- The Canopy Humidifier: the only non-subscription option—this includes a humidifier, filter, and an aroma sample kit for $150.
We went with the first option for the full experience, which comes with the filter and aroma subscription. Here’s why we’re convinced it’s one of the easiest investments you can make into your home, health, and skin:
1. Looks Fantastic in Any Room
Unlike the behemoth humidifiers of yesteryear, the Canopy Humidifier is as tasteful as it is powerful. At about the size of a toaster, it can fit on a windowsill or bedside table, and looks great just about anywhere you put it. There are seven subtle color options—from classic white to dreamy lilac—which means you’ll want to get one for every room.
The most surprising part: the 2.5 liter water tank looks small, but it can hydrate a 500 square foot room for up to 36 hours. And, since it doesn’t produce any mist, you can hardly notice it running. Think of it like a humidifier in incognito mode.
2. Smart-Sensing Tech
Traditional humidifiers are ultrasonic, which means they shoot out a visible plume of moisture into the air—and way too much of it. This can turn a room into a breeding ground for bacteria. And, since tap water can propel unknown chemicals, dust, or metals into the air, they usually require distilled water too.
Canopy’s evaporative humidifier is a safer and smarter alternative. It first uses UV light to treat the water, which is then absorbed by the paper filter. Next, it evaporates the moisture directly from the filter, leaving any contaminants behind and dispensing juuuust the right amount of hydration.
The device’s “auto” mode even has light sensors that detect day and night—increasing the humidity while you sleep and decreasing it during the day.
3. Built-In Aroma Diffusion
The Humidifier doubles as a diffuser too. Canopy created aroma pucks which sit on top of the device—infusing the evaporating air with unique scents formulated to inspire states of mind like energy, focus, calm, and sleep. Our favorite is the grounding “Emerald Grove,” made with tea olive, lush mango, and lemon oil. Not only does it smell divine, but it’s a perfect way to unwind at the end of the day.
Canopy has put a lot of love into their aromas, all of which are vegan and phthalate, sulfate, mineral oil, paraben, and synthetic-dye free—made with only pure essential oils. They routinely partner with leading beauty and wellness innovators like Laneige and Open Spaces, which means that when you sign up for the aroma subscription, there’s always something exciting to look forward to.
4. Simple to Set Up and Keep Clean
Getting started is as easy as filling your Canopy Humidifier’s tank with water, reinserting it into the device, pushing the on/off button—and voilà—you’re in business! Each humidifier is equipped with Smart Persistent Airflow (SPA) tech that continues to evaporate the water out until the unit is completely dry, even if you turn it off. This ensures that mold doesn’t have any opportunity to grow.
Cleaning is also a breeze (unlike other humidifiers we’ve tested). Even though the Canopy Humidifier basically cleans itself, we usually toss ours in the dishwasher every six weeks when we replace the filter. Yes—it’s dishwasher safe, and the filter replacement is just as easy as swapping one in for another.
5. Hydrated Air All Year Long
Canopy’s aroma and filter subscription eliminates the need to worry about whether you’re getting the most out of your humidifier. Every 45 days, you’ll find a fresh filter and an aroma kit with three delightful scents in your mailbox. You even have the option to customize the scents in your profile before each shipment.
We don’t know about you, but those deep winter months when we rarely leave the house happen to be exactly when our skin, minds, and bodies are craving extra hydration and coziness. Canopy’s effortless subscription makes that possible.
Our Hydration Holy Grail
A year after discovering this humidifier, we’re as enthusiastic about it as ever. From the laundry list of skin and respiratory benefits to the sleek design and mold-prevention tech, Canopy managed to transform an unglamorous household device into our favorite skincare and wellness tool. For the first time, we’re confidently prepared for the winter weather—and breathing easy thanks to Canopy.
If you’re ready to unlock the full potential of your at-home beauty and wellness routine this winter, there’s no better time than now to try the Canopy Humidifier. Your body will thank you!