Today we answer all the most common questions about sauna rooms, helping you easily enjoy the comfort and wellness of the sauna and unlock your exclusive relaxing moment.
What is a sauna room?
A sauna room is a health and leisure device that raises the indoor temperature by heating air, releasing far-infrared heat energy or steam, making the human body sweat and relax physically and mentally. It is mainly divided into three mainstream types: dry sauna, wet steam sauna, and far-infrared sauna. It is widely used in homes, villas, hotels, clubs, gyms and other places.
Where does sauna originate from?
Sauna originated in Finland, a traditional folk wellness culture with a history of more than 2,000 years. In the early days, people used wooden houses and heated stones for sweating. It has later evolved into modern standardized sauna rooms.
What are the standard temperatures for a sauna room?
Dry sauna: 70～90℃
Wet steam sauna: 40～55℃
Far-infrared sauna: 35～60℃
How long should you stay in a sauna each time?
15 to 25 minutes per session is recommended, and the whole process should not exceed 30 minutes. Beginners may start with 10 minutes and increase gradually.
What is the difference between dry sauna and wet steam sauna?
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Item |
Dry Sauna |
Wet Steam Sauna |
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Humidity |
Low and dry |
High and steamy |
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Temperature |
Relatively high 70-90℃ |
Relatively low 40-55℃ |
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Physical Sensation |
Hot and dry, easy breathing |
Mild and moist, pores open easily |
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Suitable Crowd |
People who dislike stuffiness and have heavy internal dampness |
The elderly, ladies and people who cannot stand high temperatures |
What is the difference between a far-infrared sauna and a traditional sauna?
Far-infrared saunas do not rely on high temperature for heating. Instead, they use far-infrared light wave resonance to generate heat. You sweat at a low temperature without feeling stuffy or irritating your respiratory tract. It consumes less power with milder temperature, making it more ideal for daily home wellness use.
What are the benefits of taking a sauna?
Promote blood circulation and metabolism, and help discharge metabolic waste from the body;
Relax muscles and relieve neck, shoulder and waist soreness as well as work fatigue;
Dilate pores, deeply clean the skin and improve complexion;
Calm the nerves, relieve stress, and improve insomnia and anxiety;
Help dispel cold and dampness, ideal for people who sit for long hours and have cold physical constitution.
Who should not take a sauna?
People with hypertension, heart disease, severe diabetes, pregnant women, people who are drunk, on an empty stomach, or immediately after a full meal, those recovering from serious illness, and people with extremely weak physical condition are not allowed to take a sauna.
After reading this guide, you will have a clear understanding of sauna rooms. As long as you follow the principle of moderation and correct usage, avoid contraindications and choose the right sauna type for yourself, you can easily enjoy the comfort and health benefits that sauna brings.