In the event that you use saunas regularly then you may have heard of the infrared sauna. This new technology uses infrared heaters as its heat source as compared to wood stoves or electric heaters which are used by traditional saunas. Infrared heaters heat the occupants whereas the traditional saunas heat the air.

The main focus of the infrared heater is to heat the occupants rather than the air. The traditional saunas heat the air, when in an infrared sauna the ambient temperature remains the same. As a result of this the infrared sauna uses a lot less energy to run, which today is a major benefit.

Being that the air itself does not get hot anywhere close to that of a traditional sauna, as a consequence you can use this type of sauna anywhere, even outside if you wish. Because it heats you and not the air you do not necessarily need an enclosure.

With that said infrared saunas still use enclosures. The reason for this is simple, people like the feel of a traditional sauna, and due to habit - when it comes to saunas we feel the need to get into one rather than sit outside. However you do not have to have an enclosure if you chose not to.

The infrared heaters use a light frequency which one cannot see. This technology is also called infrared radiation and is abbreviated as IR. This radiation is not the same as atomic radiation or ultraviolet radiation which is responsible for causing sunburn when out in the hot sun.

You may be surprised to know that you are pretty familiar with infrared radiation, infrared radiation heats our planet and the radiation in this case comes from the sun. In actual fact your body also exudes infrared radiation. Infrared sauna enthusiasts suggest that the infrared sauna provides even more benefits to that of a traditional sauna.

Both the infrared sauna and the traditional sauna are similar in that they cause you to sweat which helps to release toxins and impurities form your body. They can additionally help with other physical ailments such as arthritis. Infrared radiation is also said to have exceptional healing properties.

Those who support infrared radiation state that this technology can penetrate deeper into the body all the way to the muscles tissues and internal organs. By doing so it further enables toxins to be released which strengthens the immune system. As a result of which you burn more, lose weight and improve your complexion at the same time.