Two jars. Fourteen days. See the difference.
THE FIRST LIGHT TWO-JAR TEST
Two jars. Fourteen days.
See the difference.
Mould keeps coming back? Choose the diffuser + oil kit, or First Light oil for your own diffuser.
Lab tested: 99.2% on direct contact. Independent laboratory test against Aspergillus niger (black mould). Read the test conditions and limits.
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Protection Kit
One waterless diffuser + your choice of one, two or three 15 ml bottles of First Light.
$99.98$79.98
First Light
For a compatible diffuser you already own. Choose one, two or three 15 ml bottles.
$79.98$69.98
Waterless Diffuser
Waterless diffusion. No water mist. Three intensity settings. First Light sold separately.
$59.99
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We tested it at home.
What that test shows
Two jars. One visible difference.
At day 14, visible mould differed between the jar with First Light and the untreated jar. Watch the demonstration and compare them for yourself.
A bread-jar demonstration is a useful starting point, but a bathroom is not a sealed jar. Room size, airflow and moisture vary.
First Light belongs alongside proper cleaning, ventilation and moisture control. Fix leaks and remove visible mould first.
The US EPA does not recommend bleach as a routine mould-cleanup practice. Its guidance also says mould must be removed and the moisture problem resolved. Read the EPA guidance.
First Light is a six-oil blend for your diffuser. Use it as part of your routine after cleaning and addressing the source of moisture.
Start with the cause: remove mould, fix moisture, then maintain your routine.
What people say
What people say
The actual problem
Mould needs moisture to grow.
Mould releases microscopic spores that can travel through the air and settle on surfaces. Cleaning removes visible mould. Fixing leaks, condensation and excess moisture helps prevent it from returning.
Spores in the air
Mould spores are naturally present indoors and outdoors. Air movement can carry them between rooms.
Landing on a damp surface
Spores can grow when they settle on a suitable damp surface. Fix the source of moisture and dry affected areas.
The black patch you see
Remove visible mould safely and address the cause. Extensive or recurring mould may need a qualified professional.
First Light has six oils. Nothing else. Clove, Litsea Cubeba, tea tree, eucalyptus, peppermint and cedarwood make up the blend. Our independent direct-contact test recorded a 99.2% reduction in Aspergillus niger. That result describes the tested conditions, not a measured reduction throughout a room.
Put First Light in a compatible diffuser and follow the use instructions. Keep cleaning and moisture control in your routine.
If the answer is so simple, why are we not doing it already.
Mould remediators are. This is how we got the idea for First Light. We had a place that needed mould remediation. After the plaster and all visible mould was removed, they fogged the house. That experience led us to explore plant oils. First Light does not replace professional remediation, removal of damaged materials or moisture control.
Because we did not want to fog our home every day, we turned to essential oils. They are well-documented and powerful antifungals. Unfortunately essential oils have a perception problem. The category got swallowed by the wellness industry. Sleep, vibes, candles. People hear "essential oil" and think diffuser-and-incense, not antifungal compound.
How it stacks up
Different products. Different jobs.
Match the product to the job. Visible mould needs removal, and moisture needs fixing. First Light is a diffuser blend for your ongoing routine.
Bleach
The EPA does not recommend bleach as a routine mould-cleanup practice. Follow appropriate cleanup guidance and never mix bleach with other cleaning products.
Surface sprays
Formulas, uses and test evidence vary. Follow each product's label and check that it is suitable for the surface.
First Light
Six pure oils for a compatible diffuser. Independently tested: 99.2% reduction in Aspergillus niger on direct contact. See our proof page for the test conditions.
Why we started Aurala.
Hi. I'm Ben. Now that we have gone through the science, I would like to tell you why we started Aurala.
We tried everything. It did not matter how often we cleaned or what we cleaned with. The mould kept returning and it was tough to see. The chemicals when we cleaned were bad for our family and the house felt heavy and stale.
After talking to a mould remediator and having trouble with mould at work, I knew that I needed to address the mould spores in the air but couldn't find anything natural online. So I researched various essential oils and their impact on mould and after rounds of testing we settled on First Light, made from six oils, each oil contributing to the blend. Independently lab tested giving a 99.2% reduction in black mould on contact.
And the part I should not have to say but will anyway.
We are five months in. We have a handful of reviews. Nobody really knows us yet. The only way a brand like ours grows is by getting the bottle into the hands of people who are skeptical and letting them write the review they were going to write anyway. Good or bad. Especially bad. The negative reviews are where we learn what to fix.
Request a refund within 60 days of delivery. Keep the oil. If your order included a diffuser, return it in reusable condition. Approved refunds are processed within 5 to 10 business days of inspection. See the full returns policy.
Questions worth asking
The questions sceptics ask first.
How does it actually work?
First Light combines six plant oils. Lab tested: 99.2% on direct contact. The jar test shows it at home. Read the test evidence.
What if it doesn't work?
Request a refund within 60 days of delivery. Keep the oil. If your order included a diffuser, return it in reusable condition. Approved refunds are processed within 5 to 10 business days of inspection. See the full returns policy.
How do I use it?
Diffuse daily in the room mould keeps showing up in. We email you our 6-page guide, Why Mould Keeps Coming Back, straight away, and you can read the full how-to guide any time. Want it tailored? Reply with a photo of your worst room and Ben sends back a plan written for it.
How fast does it work?
There is no verified timetable for preventing mould throughout a room. The lab result relates to direct contact, and the home demonstration shows the jars at day 14. Keep addressing moisture and visible mould.
Safe around kids and pets?
Essential oils are not suitable for every household. Keep the bottle and diffuser away from children and animals, avoid direct exposure, and follow the product directions. Ask your vet before use around pets and a healthcare professional about use around children or people with respiratory conditions. Do not diffuse in a home with birds. Read our safety information.
Why isn't it in every supermarket?
Research is recent. The category has a wellness-industry image problem. We're five months old. The full version is on the How Mould Works page.
Will the mould stay away while I keep using it?
No product can guarantee mould will stay away while moisture remains. Fix leaks and condensation, ventilate, and remove visible mould. First Light is part of a routine, not a substitute for those steps.
You saw the two jars. Choose your starting point.
Start with First Light oil at $39.99 per 15 mL bottle, or choose a Protection Kit with the waterless diffuser. Oil is replenished as you use it. Every order has a 60-day money-back guarantee: keep the oil and return any diffuser under our returns policy.