Infrared Sauna Blanket – What, Why and For Whom?

Who wouldn’t want to enjoy the benefits of a sauna at home? A sauna is a relaxing luxury that provides a place to truly unwind and allows the body to release unnecessary toxins.

Of course, installing a sauna adds a considerable cost to a home and also takes up space, but no worries – you can now have sauna benefits without actually building one. The wellness world has been taken over by infrared sauna blankets. Less can truly be more, because you can enjoy all the benefits of a sauna in a completely new way – even while watching Netflix!

Why are infrared sauna blankets so loved?

Thanks to their compact size, infrared sauna blankets can be used almost anywhere, even in small spaces. They also save money on repeated spa visits.

As the name suggests, it’s a convenient portable “sauna blanket” you can wrap yourself in. Once inside, your body cells are heated by invisible infrared light, which breaks down subcutaneous fat and flushes toxins out of the body.

Sweating in an infrared sauna blanket is 3 times more intense than in a traditional infrared sauna. Even at relatively low temperatures, tissues heat up deeply. In a traditional sauna, sweat consists of 90–97% water, but in an infrared blanket it’s about 70%. This means that the remaining 20–30% is made up of toxins that are expelled during infrared therapy.

Why give infrared sauna blankets a try?

Just like traditional sauna sessions, using an infrared sauna blanket helps the body release toxins. Many users also notice visible weight loss and reduced cellulite.

But the real changes are the ones you can’t see with the naked eye: muscle tension eases, blood pressure lowers, inflammation decreases, headaches are reduced, metabolism speeds up, and the immune system becomes stronger.

Scientific research also suggests benefits such as:

Reduced stress
Reduced depression
Pain relief
Relief of chronic pain
Faster wound healing
Reduced diabetes-related side effects
Reduced chronic fatigue

Who is the infrared sauna blanket for?

Because of its muscle recovery benefits, infrared sauna blankets are suitable for people with an active lifestyle – whether professional athletes or casual fitness enthusiasts.

They are also ideal for anyone who feels their body needs a detox to get rid of toxins and feel energetic and revitalized again.

Even Lady Gaga has publicly shared that infrared therapy helps her deal with chronic pain.

⚠️ If you have any of the health conditions listed below, you should consult your doctor before using an infrared sauna blanket:

Skin diseases or burns
Spinal disorders
Pacemaker
Heart conditions
Bone fractures
Tumors
Recent surgeries
Osteoporosis
High blood pressure
Pregnancy or breastfeeding
Anhidrosis
Cancer
Implants containing metal or silicone (e.g., breast implants)

Tips for first-time use

Think of an infrared sauna session like going to a hot yoga class – drink plenty of water and avoid eating for a couple of hours beforehand. To achieve the best results, drink water before, during, and after the session.

Tip: Use a water bottle with a straw so you can drink comfortably without having to leave the blanket.

Most people start with 15-minute sessions once or twice a week and gradually work their way up to 45-minute sessions every other day.

Inside the blanket, it’s recommended to wear cotton underwear or simply go nude.

Sources

bombshell.ee/infrapuna-saunamatt
classpass.com/blog/your-guide-to-sauna-blankets
ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5941775
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16088266
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20569036
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25748743