What are the health benefits of using an Infrared Sauna?
Infrared saunas do more than help you relax after a long day. Regular sessions can have real, long-term health benefits. People have been using saunas to improve health and wellness for centuries. Infrared saunas bring a modern touch to the age-old habit of sweating for better health and relaxation.
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What Is an Infrared Sauna?
An infrared sauna uses light waves to heat your body directly instead of warming the air around you. In a traditional sauna, the air is heated to about 70°C - 90°C (160°F - 200°F). Infrared saunas usually stay between 40°C to 60°C (110°F and 135°F), but you still get a deep sweat because the infrared light warms you from the inside out. This gentle infrared heat penetrates your skin and raises your core temperature.
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Infrared Sauna Health Benefits
Need a reason to get sweaty? Here’s a look at the main health benefits of using an infrared sauna.
Relax and Reduce Stress
Infrared heat helps your body release tension. As your muscles loosen and your heart rate gently rises, you start to feel calm and at ease. Just 20 minutes in the sauna can help quiet your mind and unwind from a stressful day.
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Support Muscle Recovery
Infrared saunas boost blood flow, bringing oxygen and nutrients to tired muscles. This helps ease soreness and stiffness after exercise. Many people use them after workouts to relax tight muscles and recover faster.
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Improve Skin Health
Sweating clears pores and helps remove buildup from your skin. The better circulation also delivers nutrients to the surface, leaving your skin looking fresh and healthy. With regular use, many notice softer, clearer skin.
Boost Circulation
The gentle heat raises your core temperature and gets your blood moving. This boost in circulation supports your heart and increases energy. Studies show infrared saunas can also reduce blood pressure.
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Sleep Better
Some research has linked sauna use to better sleep. A warm sauna session before bed helps your body relax and signals it’s time to rest. Many people sleep more deeply because the heat helps lower stress and calm the nervous system.
Support Natural Detox
Sweating helps your body release waste through the skin. Infrared saunas encourage deep sweating even at lower temperatures, which can support your body’s natural detox process. Staying hydrated before and after sessions makes this even more effective.
Summary: Infrared Sauna Benefits
Reduces stress and tension
Helps muscles recover after exercise
Improves skin
Boosts circulation and energy
Supports natural detox
Promotes deeper sleep
Is an Infrared Sauna Worth Trying?
Absolutely! Infrared saunas are a simple way to care for your body and mind. Most people start with short 15–20 minute sessions a few times a week.
Indoor Infrared Sauna vs Outdoor Infrared Sauna?
We offer both Indoor Infrared Saunas and Outdoor Infrared Saunas.
So if you are unsure, please read our article about "What is the difference between an Indoor Infrared Sauna and an Outdoor Infrared Sauna?"
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