Traditional & Infrared Saunas in Eugene, OR

Traditional saunas use a heater (often electric) with rocks. Those rocks are heated up (to ~ 150–194 °F), and you can pour water over them to generate steam — giving you control over both temperature and humidity (“löyly,” the Finnish steam-and-heat experience).

Because of the high air temperature and possible humidity/steam, you tend to sweat heavily and quickly. This can ramp up heart rate and core body temperature, delivering what many consider a classic heat-bath intense sauna session.

Frequent use of saunas is associated with cardiovascular health benefits, reduced risk of high blood pressure, stroke, and even reduced risk of dementia / Alzheimer’s in long-term studies. 

The traditional sauna — with its steam, wooden cabin ambiance, ritual of heating, pouring water, possibly aromatherapy — offers a deeply immersive, relaxing, and often social experience (good for couples/families or group use).

Infrared saunas use emitters that produce infrared waves; instead of heating air and rocks, the IR energy penetrates your skin and heats the body directly. Air temperatures are lower — typically around ~ 120–149 °F — which many find more tolerable, especially if they don’t like extreme heat

An infrared sauna from Finnleo heats up quickly, often in 15 minutes or less, and uses less energy than a traditional sauna.

Because the heat is gentler and the air isn’t burning hot, users may find they can stay in longer or use the sauna more frequently without the same stress on the body that very hot saunas impose.

As with traditional saunas, infrared use can stimulate sweating, improve circulation, help relax muscles and joints, and support general well-being — delivering many of the same wellness benefits as traditional saunas.