We’re used to the idea of steam helping us to sweat it out in a sauna, but what about infrared saunas? In this growingly popular form of natural therapy, science is on our side when it comes to a relaxing and rejuvenating experience. While traditional saunas work by increasing the temperature of the air around you, infrared saunas use the power of infrared light to penetrate deep into the body. This results in a different heat sensation to a traditional sauna – imagine that sense of warmth coming from within, rather than without. If you’re yet to try an infrared sauna here in Melbourne, here’s what you need to know about the science behind the heat (and how that science can benefit your wellness therapy).

How are infrared saunas different to traditional saunas?

Step into an infrared sauna and you’ll quickly notice the difference from traditional saunas. In a traditional sauna experience, it’s the warmth of the air around you that’s causing that welcome sweat, with high external temperatures having a direct impact on your body’s temperature. In an infrared sauna, your body itself is where heat is generated, with infrared light that’s designed to directly heat the body enabling that heat to penetrate at lower temperatures. 

For many, this can result in a more enjoyable sauna experience, delivering the wellness therapy benefits we’ve come to know and love from a sauna, all without that overwhelming (and let’s face it – at times stifling!) heat. 

What are the health benefits of infrared saunas?

If you’re looking for an all-natural way to gain a wide range of health benefits, building infrared sauna sessions into your weekly rhythm is one powerful way to do so. Physical and mental health benefits can include:

• Powerful detoxification through a deep sweat session, with the penetrating heat of infrared light encouraging your body to release toxins while encouraging greater cellular detoxification
• Pain relief for sore muscles and stiffness, thanks to enhanced blood circulation
• Potential pain relief for conditions including arthritis, fibromyalgia, and chronic or acute muscle tension
• Support for your heart health through reduced blood pressure and increased oxygen flow levels
• Lowered cortisol levels and decreased stress levels
• Improvement in sleep and mental clarity 

Getting ready for your first infrared sauna experience

If it’s your first time experiencing this form of natural therapy, you’re in for a treat. Our infrared saunas in Melbourne offer state-of-the-art Sunlighten mPulse smart sauna technology to give you the highest quality of infrared light experience. 

You can prepare for your infrared sauna wellness therapy session by ensuring you’re hydrated (as well as drinking plenty of water after your session to replace the fluids lost by sweat). At ReGen Wellness, our infrared sauna sessions run for 45 minutes, giving you plenty of time to truly sweat it out. Plan for some time after your session as well to cool down, shower, and enjoy the lingering effects of that penetrating heat.

We owe a debt of gratitude to science for giving us the power of infrared light. By gently warming the body from the inside out, infrared saunas deliver a truly therapeutic, natural and non-invasive wellness experience. Enjoy this immersive experience for yourself at ReGen Wellness!