High room temperatures, low humidity
Enjoying a sauna in the Finnish sauna
Sweating is healthy! Taking a sauna has a positive effect on the body and mind. The pleasant warmth in the sauna promotes circulation, stimulates the cardiovascular system, metabolism and breathing, strengthens the immune system and can relieve chronic pain. The Finnish sauna has high to very high temperatures (80-95°C) and low humidity levels (5-10%). The dry air makes it possible to tolerate the heat in the sauna despite the high temperatures. Pouring water over the hot stones causes the humidity to rise suddenly, providing an additional burst of heat. For this reason, infusions are performed exclusively in the Finnish sauna.
The highlight of every sauna session
The infusion
This ritual is enthusiastically celebrated by many sauna-goers. Water is slowly poured over the hot sauna stones in the sauna heater. The rising water vapor increases the humidity and temperature. The soothing mist settles on the skin and warms the body additionally. A special highlight is the fanning after the infusion. The cooler layer of air that has formed above the body is pushed away by the movement, and the warm air reaches the body. The finishing touch is the variety of fragrances that allow you to enjoy your infusion in a completely personal way. You can read about how they work in our blog post The Fragrance of the Sauna.
old Finnish proverb
“The sauna is the old man’s pharmacy.”
True words, because regular sauna sessions can be used for prevention, as an accompanying therapy, or for pain management. The interplay between extremely high temperatures during the sauna session and the subsequent cooling down is good for the body.
- During the sauna session, body temperature rises by up to 2°C. We begin to sweat. The body reacts similarly to a fever, and the immune system begins to work. Antibodies are produced - this strengthens the body for the cold season.
- A sauna session can also work wonders for respiratory diseases. The extreme heat relaxes the respiratory muscles and widens the blood vessels in the mucous membranes, making it easier to breathe.
- Regular sauna sessions can also improve high blood pressure. The heat makes the heart beat faster and widens the blood vessels. During cooling, they contract again.
Find out more in our blog post: How sauna can promote your health and protect you from colds.
Add personal touches
Sauna accessories - that special something
The exceptional ambiance, the loving decoration, the invigorating or calming scents: What would a sauna session be without all the beautiful additional accessories that transport you directly into another world? Read more about this in our blog or browse our shop directly. Here you will find everything that turns your sauna into a wellness oasis.
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