Winter is a wonderful time to visit the sauna. It relaxes and calms the mind, body and soul. It satisfies our longing for warmth and peace – and invites us to take time out of our hectic everyday lives for a few hours. 

Saunas boost our general health and sense of well-being. They play a particularly important part in strengthening our immune system: The heat in the sauna raises the body's core temperature by 1 to 2 degrees Celsius, depending on how long you stay inside. This lowers blood pressure as the blood vessels dilate. The cooldown afterward narrows the vessels again, leading to the release of adrenaline.  

These physical reactions can help strengthen the cardiovascular system, immune system and sense of well-being, especially during the rest periods between sauna sessions. 

 

Spa visits. The number one remedy for fatigue and stress. 

Every session strengthens the cardiovascular system and boosts our metabolism. At the same time, the alternating heat and cold support our body’s ability to adapt to the constantly changing temperatures, for example, when we leave our warm home to go outside into the cold. 

Do you also suffer from mood swings and indolence on the short days in fall and winter? The endorphins released in the sauna, known as happy hormones, help you as they lift your mood. 

Last but not least, your sauna session also has a positive effect on any sleep problems and tense muscles. For example, enjoying a sauna after exercise helps break down lactate more quickly, which can speed up physical recovery after exertion. 

The effect of these three types of saunas is similar. So, it doesn’t matter which type you prefer. 

Whichever type of sauna you prefer, the pleasant smell in the sauna always plays a big part. It contributes significantly to the relaxation factor during a sauna. 

In many European countries, essential oils are added to the infusion water and are known as sauna aromas. As they evaporate, the air becomes filled with a light and pleasant aroma. And not just in the sauna, but often also throughout the spa. These oils are inhaled and absorbed through the skin at the same time, doubling their beneficial effect. 

By the way: since essential oils usually contain highly flammable components, do not drip them undiluted onto the extremely hot sauna stones – a kind of fat explosion would result in injuries.

Popular sauna aromas – a selection:

• Birch – can reduce inflammation & provide pain relief 
• Mint – refreshing and stimulating
• Eucalyptus – stimulating and invigorating
• Juniper wood – fresh and spicy
• Orange – boosts circulation and encourages sweating
• Lemon/lemongrass – invigorating and vitalizing
• Spruce needle – the classic for clearing the airways
• Pine needle – often used, woody and aromatic
• Apple – for those who prefer a fruity note 

It is definitely worth paying attention to the origin, quality and purity of the oils used in sauna aromas. After all, they spread over the body during an infusion and are inhaled deep into your lungs. 

Many of these fragrance ingredients are produced by LANXESS in extremely high-quality purity. The brand names include Kalama^®, Purolan^®, Kalagard^® and Purox^® and offer many notes that are used in sauna aromas. 

Find out more about our aroma chemicals.

 

Another essential aspect, which is particularly important for well-being at the spa is cleanliness. The whole point of visitors going to saunas and spas is to support their health – and not to get sick. Damp and warm rooms are particularly susceptible to bacteria, so cleaning surfaces and any stagnant water is particularly important. This applies to all places in a sauna or spa, e.g. the floors, the sauna cabins, the pool, the plunge pool or even a whirlpool. 

 

Surface disinfection with Rely+On^® Virkon^® 

Rely+On^® Virkon^® is suitable for disinfecting the following surfaces in treatment and public areas: 

• Hard surfaces (e.g. floors, walls, doors, door handles), 
• Work surfaces, 
• Plastic recliners (e.g. made of vinyl), 
• Changing rooms. 

The Rely+On^® Virkon^® formula offers a broad-spectrum disinfectant against viral, bacterial pathogens and yeast. It has an excellent safety profile during use and can be used flexibly. These properties make Rely+On^® Virkon^® the disinfectant of choice – also for protection against SARS-CoV-2 and noroviruses. 

The disinfectant solution can be applied using a spray bottle, a suitable sprayer, a cloth, sponge or mop and even nebulized.  

Find more information about Rely+On^® Virkon^®.

Oxone™ Monopersulfate Compound

Oxone™ monopersulfate compound is an effective pool care for clear and clean water – and therefore the shock oxidizer of choice for pools in all spas. It supports fast and efficient cleaning and reduces odors and irritants. Oxone™ monopersulfate compound has been available since the 1960s and is now the most widely used non-chlorine oxidizer for swimming pools and spas on the American market. 


The main advantages at a glance: 

• Crystal clear water – keeps water sparkling clear and clean 
• Weekly use – as a preventive shock oxidation treatment 
• Odors and irritants – helps reduce unpleasant odors and skin and eye irritation 
• Non-chlorine, time-saving oxidation – pools are ready for swimming again after just 15 minutes
• Less chlorine – the additional use of Oxone™ reduces the use of chlorine products and thus prevents the formation of chloramines and the resulting irritation and odors 

Find more information about Oxone™ monopersulfate compound.