Most people are familiar with traditional saunas, often referred to as conventional or dry saunas.  However, many people are not familiar with Infrared Saunas, which are based on the relatively new technology of Far Infrared Light.  Far Infrared is not the same as Ultraviolet Light, as it does not cause sunburn and is healthy for living things.  In fact, most of the energy emitted by the sun is Far Infrared.

Traditional saunas use a gas or electric stove to heat the air in the sauna.  The sauna generally takes 45 minutes to an hour to heat up to it's operating temperature, which is generally between 180 and 190 degrees fahrenheit.  When you sit in a traditional sauna, your body is heated indirectly by the hot air, which causes you to sweat.

In contrast, an Infrared Sauna uses Far Infrared heaters to create the heat necessary.  Infrared heaters work differently in that they heat your body directly, which results not only in more efficient operation, but also in a more comfortable environment because the temperature inside the sauna can be as low as 130 to 140 degrees fahrenheit.  Infrared saunas generally only require 15-20 minutes to heat up to their operating temperature.

Infrared saunas require no venting and use no water, which eliminates the problems often associated with a damp environment such as bacteria or mildew.  They are also self contained so they be used anywhere in your home provided you have an electrical outlet to power the unit.  This makes an Infrared Sauna a more practical option for many by providing more options to the user.

Infrared Saunas are a great way to relax and enjoy the benefits often associated with sauna therapy such as detoxification, relief from aches, pains and joint stiffness, stress relief and weight loss.