Steam sauna versus infrared sauna
Obviously you are familiar with the sauna.
But what is the difference between an infrared sauna and a steam sauna; or the traditional Finnish sauna?
We are happy to tell you more about the benefits of an infrared sauna and a Finnish sauna. And of course we also zoom in on the associated disadvantages. In other words: steam sauna vs infrared.
The difference between infrared sauna and steam sauna
The way in which heat is created is different in the steam sauna versus the infrared sauna. As the word suggests: in a steam sauna there is steam that heats the room.
Infrared, on the other hand, uses light energy. Infrared waves are emitted via the infrared lamps. These heat the user immediately.
The steam in a Finnish sauna initially heats the air, which then warms the air and room. The body becomes warm due to the heated room.
Detox body through sauna heat
An infrared sauna has an important health advantage over a steam sauna. Thoroughly detoxifying the body.
Both an infrared sauna and a steam sauna detoxify the body. But, the infrared variant penetrates deeper into the body. In this way, more toxins are removed.
Relax in the sauna | steam sauna vs infrared
It is certain that you can relax wonderfully there. The traditional sauna has an edge in this regard.
With both types of sauna you can relax optimally thanks to the heat.
In the traditional sauna you can give this an extra boost by dousing the sauna stones with oils, for example. The steam provides extra relaxation.
Radiant heat for muscle and joint pain
Because the heat of the infrared sauna penetrates better, it ensures optimal stimulation of blood flow. This ensures that joint and muscle pain is resolved more quickly. Although the warm air of the Finnish sauna also contributes to this, the infrared sauna is the best choice when it comes to muscle and joint pain.
"Infrared saunas provide deeper heat than steam saunas, allowing muscles to relax more and pain to be reduced." - Dr. Brian Clement
Temperature infrared sauna versus traditional sauna
The temperature of an infrared sauna is around 35 to 75 degrees. A traditional steam sauna is around 80 and 100 degrees.
The difference therefore has to do with the way of heating, as explained above. The advantage of an infrared cabin? If you have difficulty with extreme heat, it is more tolerable.
"Infrared saunas provide a dry heat that is better for people with respiratory problems than the moist heat of a steam sauna." - Dr. Rachel Abrams
Warm-up time steam sauna versus infrared sauna
An infrared sauna takes less time to heat up. Think about 10 to 15 minutes. A Finnish sauna needs about half an hour to an hour to heat the entire cabin.
Losing waste in sauna
When you visit the steam sauna, approximately 97 percent of the sweat lost consists of water. In an infrared sauna this is approximately 80 percent.
The remaining 20 percent consists of waste. The loss of toxins is therefore considerably higher with infrared heating.
Waste products such as sodium, uric acid, sulfuric acid, cholesterol, etc. will leave the body at a higher rate during an infrared sauna.
Purchase price of the sauna
The price of the steam sauna vs infrared sauna. Perhaps an important point if you don't know which sauna to choose.
The price - of both the infrared sauna and a traditional sauna - varies greatly. This has to do with, among other things, the quality, size, type of heating elements and options.
The prices of an installed sauna at your home often start from around 2000 euros. This can amount to around 10,000 euros. Of course depending on your wishes.
With the infrared sauna blanket is an alternative offered. With the same technology and therefore advantages as an infrared sauna cabin. However, the sauna blanket costs less than 500 euros.
Infrared sauna blanket versus infrared sauna cabin
When you lie down in an infrared cabin, your back is not heated. This does happen in a traditional sauna. Lying down and relaxing often go hand in hand.
With an infrared sauna blanket you are supposed to lie down. Thanks to the infrared heating - which is incorporated into the entire blanket - the entire body is heated.
Power consumption infrared sauna versus traditional sauna
An IR sauna cabin can often be connected to a regular 230-volt socket. The power of this sauna is often between 1500-2500 watts.
The capacity of a traditional sauna is a bit more difficult to indicate.
Usually approximately 1000 watts per 1m3 is used. The power consumption of a Finnish sauna is therefore higher compared to an infrared sauna.
However, an infrared sauna blanket only uses 500 watts. This is only 20-33 percent compared to the regular infrared cabin.
Which sauna is most suitable?
The steam sauna vs infrared sauna: Both options are wonderful.
However, we prefer the infrared sauna, because this option has more advantages. Although we would still like to visit the traditional sauna.
Which infrared sauna is the best?
The infrared sauna blanket is a great option. The purchase price, usage costs and the ability to lie in it are advantages of choosing an infrared sauna blanket.
The blanket is easy to use. It is portable and therefore easy to take with you. In addition, the sauna blanket takes up little (and therefore much less) space.
Would you like to use the sauna blanket? Wherever and whenever you want!
Flamengo infrared blanket
The infrared sauna blanket from Flamengo could be the best option for you.
Improved circulation , stronger and younger skin , help with it recovery from joint and muscle pain , support in burning calories , wonderful relaxation and many other health benefits.
