According to a study published by the National Center for Biotechnology Information, sauna sessions are associated with improved skin hydration, complexion, and overall health. One very successful sauna therapy is the infrared sauna. Unlike traditional saunas, infrared saunas use infrared-emitting lamps to directly heat the body.
In this setup, infrared panels are used to allow the heat to penetrate the body tissue. The main advantage of this method over a traditional sauna is that it allows you to stay in the sauna longer because there is less heat in the air.
Infrared saunas are so effective because they work on two major aspects of skin health: detoxification and blood circulation.
How Detoxification Improves Skin Health
The heat energy emitted by infrared lamps is able to reach the deepest layers of the skin. This deep penetration heats the body's core, causing you to sweat from the inside out. This helps to not only cleanse the skin but also remove toxins from the body through sweat, notes an article from The Sauna Place.
The role of blood circulation in healthy skin
Due to poor blood circulation, our skin cells may age faster, leading to dry, tired and dull skin. Infrared saunas help improve the overall quality of your skin by enhancing blood circulation. The deep penetrating heat of an infrared sauna increases blood flow to the body. This ensures that oxygen and essential nutrients are delivered to every cell in your body. As a result, skin cells are nourished by the blood, making the skin look healthier and more vibrant while making you feel rejuvenated. In short, your skin becomes more radiant and beautiful.
Additional Benefits
Although infrared light is a component of sunlight, long-term exposure to it does not cause tanning or skin damage like UV light does. Therefore, you can benefit from infrared sauna therapy without having to worry about harmful side effects.
Acne and other skin conditions have a negative impact on the self-confidence of three in five teenagers, a survey by the British Skin Foundation states. On the other hand, when you feel confident, your personal and professional relationships flow more smoothly.
Therefore, an indirect effect of infrared sauna use may be a significant improvement in overall self-confidence and quality of life.