But what exactly is an infrared sauna, and how does it compare to the traditional sauna you might be used to? Let’s break it down.
🔥 Infrared vs. Traditional Sauna – What’s the Difference?
A traditional sauna heats the air around you, which in turn heats your body. This high heat can be intense, and not everyone finds it comfortable.
An Infrared Sauna, on the other hand, uses gentle infrared light waves to penetrate deep into your skin and tissues, warming you from the inside out. The result? You sweat more at a lower temperature (typically 45°C–60°C), making it a more comfortable, efficient, and deeply therapeutic experience.
🌿 The Benefits of Infrared Sauna Therapy
This isn’t just a sweat session—it’s a full-body wellness treatment. Here’s what you can look forward to:
- Deep Detoxification: Infrared heat promotes a deeper sweat, helping your body eliminate heavy metals, toxins, and impurities.
- Boosted Circulation: Improved blood flow can support skin rejuvenation, healing, and even muscle recovery.
- Stress Relief: Infrared therapy calms your nervous system and reduces cortisol levels, leaving you feeling grounded and relaxed.
- Weight Loss Support: A single session can burn hundreds of calories as your body works to cool itself.
- Pain Relief: It may help relieve joint pain, stiffness, or soreness from workouts or chronic conditions.
🕒 How Long Does a Session Last?
A typical Infrared Sauna session lasts 30 minutes, but your first few sessions may be slightly shorter as your body acclimates. You’ll be in a private, peaceful space where you can relax, meditate, or even listen to music or a podcast while you sweat it out.
🚿 Prepping for Your Session – To Shower or Not to Shower?
We recommend a quick rinse-off before your treatment to remove lotions, oils, or skincare products that may block your pores and interfere with your body’s natural sweating process. After your session, give yourself some time to cool down—then enjoy a gentle, lukewarm shower to wash away sweat and toxins.
💧 Pro Tip: Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate!
Be sure to drink plenty of water before and after your sauna session. You’ll sweat a lot—and that’s a good thing! Staying hydrated helps maximize the detox benefits and keeps you feeling energized post-treatment.
✨ Ready to Glow From the Inside Out?
Our Infrared Sauna is available to book as a stand-alone treatment or add-on to your massage or facial. Whether you’re detoxing, de-stressing, or just need a wellness reset, this is your new secret weapon.