Infrared Sauna Technology: What To Know | HigherDOSE
The word “infrared” might sound like something out of a Sci-Fi movie, but it’s not as intimidating (or futuristic) as it sounds. Infrared is actually one of the oldest and most natural forms of heat therapy, and one of nature’s essential forces responsible for creating a habitable environment for us to live and thrive.
Humans come in contact with infrared heat every day—in fact, we are walking sources of it. However, even a source can benefit from a recharge. With that in mind, HigherDOSE makes tapping into the benefits of infrared heat therapy more accessible, allowing you to fuel up from the comfort of your own home with wellness tech, such as the Infrared Sauna Blanket and Full Spectrum Infrared Sauna.
Step into the heat and out of the haze. Learn why infrared sauna therapy is the wellness upgrade your body craves.
What’s the Difference Between an Infrared Sauna and a Traditional Sauna?
Traditional Saunas:
From a wellness perspective, a sauna is one of the best ways to absorb infrared heat, but not all saunas have infrared. Traditional saunas are designed to make you sweat by heating the air and warming the body indirectly. The increased temperature can help you break a sweat and boost circulation, which is good for cardiovascular health. A sweat session in a traditional sauna can help relax both your body and mind, making it a great way to destress.
Infrared Saunas:
Infrared sauna benefits are similar to those of traditional saunas, with additional advantages. The infrared sauna technology heats the body directly by using infrared emitters. This allows for a more intense heat and deeper sweat at a lower temperature compared to traditional saunas. With a focus on comfort and efficiency, the infrared makes this kind of sweat session more accessible for longer sessions, meaning you can reap the benefits of a good sweat session while also enjoying the perks that come with infrared such as:
- Detoxification
- Faster muscle recovery
- Pain relief
- Immune support
- Better sleep
DOSE Fix: The Sauna Blanket is perfect for portable, at‑home use. If you want more layers of therapy, the Full Spectrum Infrared Sauna gives you a studio‑grade experience.
How Does Infrared Heat Work?
Infrared is an invisible wavelength of light that mimics the sun’s warmth. Rather than heating the surrounding air, infrared light penetrates the body’s tissues and gently raises core temperature. So, instead of getting hot and breaking a sweat right away, your body slowly warms up and, over time, begins to perspire. By warming in this way, it supports a deeper, detoxifying sweat without extreme external heat, making a sweat sesh much more comfortable for prolonged periods of time. This type of heat also stimulates circulation, lymphatic flow, and muscle recovery.
Types of Infrared Light
Here are the three kinds of infrared, and what each one is best for:
There are three different types of infrared: near infrared (NIR), mid infrared (MIR), and far infrared (FIR). Near infrared has shorter wavelengths of 0.7 to 2.5 μm and can penetrate the body for skin rejuvenation, cell repair, and supporting collagen production. Mid infrared boasts lower energy compared to near infrared, with longer wavelengths of 3 to 25 μm. This type of infrared can penetrate deeper and get into the tissues for muscle recovery, circulation, and pain relief. Far infrared has even longer wavelengths, giving it the ability to deliver deep detoxification and cardiovascular benefits to the body, while also supporting full-body relaxation.
The HigherDOSE Full Spectrum Infrared Sauna combines all three types of infrared for a more layered approach to wellness, delivering the full spectrum of infrared benefits.
DOSE Fix: The Sauna Blanket primarily features far infrared sauna technology, allowing for detoxification and relaxation. The Full Spectrum Sauna supports all three types of infrared for more advanced benefits.
Is Infrared Sauna Therapy Backed by Science?
Stepping into an infrared sauna (or slipping into an infrared Sauna Blanket) is one of the best things you can do for your health. According to research, infrared heat can support cardiovascular health through improved circulation and reduced blood pressure. This type of sauna can also help you biohack your muscle recovery, as some studies show that the blood circulation experienced during a sauna session can increase blood flow and oxygen to the tissues.
The increase in blood circulation can support skin health by providing more nutrients to the skin and, therefore, supporting repair and rejuvenation. NASA has also researched the benefits of infrared heat and found that it speeds up wound healing.
DOSE Fix: HigherDOSE’s saunas are designed with this science in mind—delivering therapeutic wavelengths in both convenient and luxury formats.
Infrared saunas are more than a wellness trend—they’re backed by science, trusted over time, and now accessible from your living room. Whether you prefer a daily ritual with the Infrared Sauna Blanket or the deeper therapy of the Full Spectrum Infrared Sauna, HigherDOSE brings the benefits right to your fingertips.
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Jessie Quinn is a lifestyle journalist with bylines in Glamour, PEOPLE, Flow Space, StyleCaster, and more, with over a decade of experience covering everything from the latest wellness trends to her love (okay, obsession) with red light therapy. She's also an artist and certified Reiki Master who is passionate about helping others tune into their own creative energy and experiencing the high that can come from flow state.
