The infrared sauna is gaining a major foothold in the sauna market, and for good reasons. The main powerhouse of the sauna, the infrared heater, contains a slew of health benefits and cost savings that anyone can learn to appreciate. In fact, medical centers and physical therapy clinics around the world realize these benefits and are using the infrared heater for advanced medical treatments. Even modern bathrooms have special infrared heaters installed above their bath or shower. Why are these small, yet effective heaters gaining so much popularity in households and businesses alike?

The infrared heater installed in a sauna or bathroom is an advanced piece of equipment that transfers infrared heat or light to an object directly in front of it. This method of heat transfer has 2 main benefits - efficiency and cost savings. Unlike a typical heater or "steam rock" sauna, where the surrounding air is heated and then transferred to our body, and infrared rays only heat the object in front of it, reducing the amount of heat lost through lower temperatures or large areas. This also allows the heater to operate at a much lower temperature and still remain effective. Infrared technology is also about 4-5 times more efficient than traditional methods of heating. Consuming less than 5 cents per kilowatt hour, the infrared heater is easy on the wallet. The infrared rays emitted by the heater are also natural, safe, and 100% hazardous free. Infrared is not ultraviolet light, and lies in a completely different part of the light spectrum - between visible and microwave frequencies. So people who are prone to skin cancer need not worry.

If you are lucky enough to own an infrared sauna, or even a ceiling mounted infrared heater, then you're in good hands. Infrared rays are known to easily penetrate the skin, up to 4 cm, which induces sweating and promotes positive cardiovascular reactions in the body. The process of sweating has many health benefits, but is mostly known for it's detoxification, purification, and beautifying of the skin. Infrared rays also dilate blood vessels deep beneath the subdermal layers of the skin, increasing blood flow, and strengthening the heart. Individuals who are physically handicapped appreciate the positive cardiovascular benefits of an infrared heater, and use them exclusively in physical therapy centers and clinics. A infrared sauna session is also a very therapeutic experience, relaxing both mind and body.

In conclusion, the infrared heater contained in a sauna or bathroom provide a low cost yet healthy option to bathroom heating and sauna relaxtion.