Infrared sauna vs steam saunas
On the surface, traditional steam saunas and infrared saunas appear similar.
But, while they both work to re-energise and relax the body – there are some key differences between the two.
The main difference between infrared saunas and traditional saunas is how they use heat.
Traditional saunas use a single heater that heats the air and that hot air heats the user.
In contrast, infrared saunas use advanced infrared heaters to warm your body directly. As your body absorbs the infrared heat, this increases thermal energy, inducing a deep and relaxing sweat.
The infrared environment is cooler than traditional saunas, allowing you to stay in the sauna longer to enjoy the benefits.
Infrared or steam sauna?
It depends on what you’re looking for.
If like many people, you can’t imagine a sauna without hot rocks, steam and high heat – then a traditional sauna could be the best option for you.
However, if you find the heat of traditional saunas a bit much, and health and wellbeing are a priority for you – then you might find an infrared sauna is an ideal option.
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