They’re everywhere now. In wellness studios, luxury gyms, and biohacking hubs. The modern sauna upgrade.
But what does the science actually tell us? 👇
✅ Benefits overlap with traditional sauna: cardiovascular health, relaxation, recovery perception.
✅ Infrared feels more comfortable — lower air temperature, yet still heats you deeply.
✅ Some studies show infrared saunas may reduce post-workout muscle soreness faster than traditional saunas — likely thanks to deeper tissue penetration.
🤔 “Detox” claims? Mostly hype — your liver and kidneys already handle that.
🤔 No clear evidence they outperform classic saunas for longevity.
How it works
🌡️ Infrared waves penetrate skin more deeply → heat the body directly, not the air.
💓 Heart rate and circulation increase — similar to moderate exercise.
🧘 Stress relief and recovery perception often improve post-session.
I’ve tried red light therapy.
I’ve tried saunas.
Now I need to try a combination of both — and see if it helps my muscle recovery and chronic pain.
If you had to choose: infrared or traditional sauna — which one do you pick?
