FAQs Infrared Sauna
What will I experience
  • A relaxation of the muscles is the first thing people notice after an Infrared Sauna session. The dry heat of our infra-red sauna penetrates deeper into the body, resulting in a concentrated detox and deeper level of activation. Tension melts away as deep penetrating heat soothes aches and pains. Regular use results in deep, healthy sweats that purify the body and improve circulation. 
  • A gentle exercise that gives the body the feeling of exertion without the strain.
  • We provide a small flask of organic therapeutic tea + complimentary towel + water. 
Benefits
  • Many people notice that their skin is softer and they sleep better after the first session. 
  • Regular sessions assists with weight loss by boosting your metabolism. Depending on your body mass index, 40 minutes in a Far Infrared Sauna burns between 300-600 calories. 
  • The sweating process releases heavy metals, chemicals, and other toxins from your body.
  • Helps improve circulation and alkalinity. 
  • Increases the immune system's function.
  • Provides relief from internal congestion.
  • Provides muscle relaxation.
  • Cleanses the skin.
  • Helps reduce inflammation and swelling in the body.
  • Promotes parasympathetic activity (rest and digestion) which is crucial to healing the autonomic nervous system.
What do I bring?
Please bring your own water bottle with you. A fresh towel will be provided and bathrobes are available for hire at a small price. A book or a magazine is a good idea too. 
Sauna Etiquette
  • For use during a communal thermal therapy urban oasis session please be mindful of your time in the sauna to allow others sharing the Oasis enough time also enjoy its benefits.
  • Respect and consideration for other people’s space and belongings.
  • Be aware that your voice carries from the oasis. please use a soft speaking volume to maintain the zen of the environment.
  • PLEASE REFRAIN FROM applying any oils or lotions to your skin prior to entering the sauna. 
  • We request that all urban oasis guests shower before using any of the facilities. 
  • Use of any thermal therapy equipment in our urban oasis is not suitable for pregnant women.
  • 18+ only permitted to use the Sauna. 
What is Far Infrared
Far infrared (FIR) is a subdivision of the electromagnetic spectrum that has been used globally for centuries and has been extensively researched for its biological effects. Technological advances provide new techniques for delivering FIR energy to the human body. Specialty lamps and FIR saunas, delivering pure FIR have become more safe, extremely effective, and widely used sources to generate its therapeutic effects. Here’s a fantastic journal article about it if you want to read more.

Infrared heat has been used in health and human movement applications for many years. The infrared sauna is different from traditional saunas as it uses infrared lamps to directly heat your body instead of heating the air around you. Saunas with infrared technology (like ours at Nova Holistic Spa) operate at a lower temperature (usually between 120 and 140 degrees Fahrenheit) than traditional saunas, which are typically 150 to 180 degrees Fahrenheit. According to FIR Sauna manufacturers, an infrared sauna heats the air about 20% and heats your body about 80%. With FIR you benefit from a more intense sweat and you can last longer in the sauna which means your body has more time to really sweat out any toxins.  

Because it's on a spectrum, infrared has its own range of waves. Based on size, frequency, and energy, there are 3 types of infrared radiation: near (NIR), mid (MIR), and far (FIR). Every infrared ray does something unique for our bodies, and nature. 
  • Near-infrared light penetrates effectively into the skin, promoting skin renewal, cell health, wound healing, and tissue growth.​
  • Mid infrared is a longer wavelength that can penetrate deeper into the body’s soft tissue where inflammation occurs. Helps expand blood vessels and increases circulation, so more oxygen can reach injured areas of the body. This reduces pain and speeds the healing process. ​
  • The longest wavelength, far infrared, reaches deepest into the body, where toxins are stored. By raising your core body temperature, FIR stimulates the sweat glands, causing a deep, detoxifying sweat that leaves you feeling refreshed. Besides burning calories, sweating also increases your heart rate, cardiac output and metabolic rate.
Note: bookings are subject to availability and are for the use of the communal sauna facility only.