Based on my experience and research, the "ionic breeze" models of so-called air purifiers are overpriced underperformers. They do remove a small percentage of particulates, mostly dust, from the air and can give the air a smell that some people consi...
The best article I've found that discusses the types of air purifiers, which work best, and whether it's worth it is at
Air purifiers that work by ionizing the air will tend to leave a black residue on surfaces. That is the dust that it pulled out of the air. The way these purifiers work, is that they change the 'charge' on the air/dust as it passes thru the machine. ...