Created by the Finnish over 2000 years ago, the sauna has become more than just a ritual; the benefits of regular use are well established. Thanks to its features, the sauna improves your health every day while preserving your skin. Here are just a few good reasons to get a sauna.

Sauna: the benefits of dry heat!

Are you thinking of buying a sauna? Not quite sure how to get the most out of it? What if we told you that saunas have many virtues? Ready to find out more?

What is a sauna?

 

The sauna, which originated in Nordic countries, is a closed, dry-heated space where you go to relax. Not all saunas have the same temperature. Generally speaking, however, the lowest temperature is 70 degrees.

There are different types of saunas:

• The traditional steam sauna The traditional steam sauna: essentially a gas or wood-burning stove. It’s worth noting that this sauna generally takes longer to heat up, but you’ll be in the tradition.
• More modern saunas: feature an electric heater. It’s much easier to handle and heats up faster too.
• The infrared sauna Infrared saunas: infrared radiation that acts directly on the body. These saunas have a lower temperature.

As you can see, it’s important to compare the different types of indoor saunas.

What are the benefits of a sauna?

Now we’ll tell you more about the benefits of the sauna. And you’ll be amazed to learn that it has many of them:

• As you probably know, it has a relaxing effect. In fact, it effectively combats the stresses and strains of everyday life. It’s also worth noting that its warmth releases endorphins in the body, helping you to sleep better.
• It also has a purifying action: thanks to the heat, the pores can open up and destroy all the toxins in the skin.
• Sauna takes care of your muscles and cardiovascular system: as blood vessels are dilated, heart muscle function is considerably improved. It also helps keep blood pressure at a normal level, enabling your large blood vessels to function properly and limiting the risk of vascular accidents.
• The sauna and its dry heat will also boost your immune system ! This is because the sauna puts the human body into an artificial fever, which considerably strengthens the immune system by accelerating the production of white blood cells and antibodies. During the coldest periods, we recommend a sauna session every day.
• Last but not least, you’ll have much more beautiful skin after a sauna session, as it will soften your skin and restore its elasticity.

As you can see, the sauna has many benefits. Whether it’s for your heart’s health, your immune system or simply your skin, the sauna is an almost indispensable part of everyday life!