Infrared Sauna Etiquette - What to Know Before Your First Session

Infrared Sauna Etiquette: What First-Timers Need to Know

You've booked your first infrared sauna session. Here's how to not be that person.

What to Wear

Minimal is better - the less between your skin and the infrared panels, the more effective your session. Moisture-wicking shorts and a tank top work well. No jewelry. No cologne or perfume. Men keep shirts on in shared saunas.

Bring Two Towels

One to sit on. One to wipe sweat. Non-negotiable for hygiene.

Hydrate Before You Go

16-20 ounces of water before your session. Skip alcohol for at least 4-6 hours prior. Arizona heat plus infrared heat plus dehydration is a bad combination.

How Long to Stay

First session: 15-20 minutes. Let your body adapt. Most experienced users settle into 30-minute sessions - which is exactly the format offered at HOTWORX Tempe, where every infrared session is structured and guided.

In the Sauna

Phone away. Voice down. Respect the space. People are there to decompress, not socialize.

When to Skip It

Hungover, feverish, dehydrated, pregnant, or dealing with a heart condition - sit this one out.

After Your Session

Cool down gradually. Keep drinking water. Add electrolytes if you sweated hard.