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As the name implies, an air purifier is designed to keep the air we breathe as pure as possible by removing allergens, dust and other air-borne irritants. Air purifiers therefore serve three main purposes: to remove germs and microbes, to rid the air of allergy causing agents and to remove odors.

Fresh clean air is one of those basic necessities that we need for healthy living. These days, the air around us is full of impurities such as vehicle fumes, cooking odors, tobacco smoke, pollen, molds, poisonous gases and a million other micro-bugs all making life a little difficult, particularly for those with allergies.

Air purifiers use a variety of technologies including HEPA filters, ionic, ultraviolet light and ozone. HEPA filters remove up to 99 percent of airborne particles. One disadvantage of HEPA filters is that it is not efficient at removing odors. Ozone and carbon air purifiers are very effective at removing odors from the air. One of the best air purifiers for removing microbes is the ultraviolet light purifier.

The type of air purifier you buy will depend on the reasons behind your purchase. There is a wide variety of effective filters available ranging from small desktop units to larger units on casters. At least you can breathe a little easier.