A Sauna Routine to Kick-Start Good Habits
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Post-schvitz, glistening in sweat, our bodies feel longer, looser, and (somehow) newer—which is why we keep coming back to the sauna as the ultimate wellness investment: It’s as functional as it is indulgent. Infrared saunas in particular layer the benefits of the heat itself with those of deep-penetrating infrared waves. Sunlighten makes some of our favorite models: The mPulse, for example, emits precise combinations of far, mid, and near infrared, rather than full-spectrum, and is thoughtfully calibrated for temperature, so you can reap the benefits without getting too hot. Constructed with exacting craftsmanship, it’s made with touchscreen controls and a top-of-the-line sound system. It’s a luxurious indulgence for every day (or however often you like to bask in its warmth)—and we built out an entire routine around it to maximize both results and pleasure. The Sauna
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The Best Ways to Maximize the Benefits of
a Daily Sweat
1
Detox
Detoxification-supporting practices are most effective when they’re consistent. And bundling good habits together helps make them an automatic piece of your wellness routine. (Especially when one of those habits is as pleasant as a sauna.) Our daily detox shot is a blend of nutrients and botanicals made to help fight the formation of free radicals from daily stressors, and it supports the body’s natural detoxification processes. It works best when you take it every day.*
2
Exfoliate
A gentle dry brush before stepping into the sauna doubles down on the glowy, gleamy benefits for skin. Start at the extremities and work your way toward the heart before hopping into the heat. It also feels fantastic.
3
Hydrate
A must in any sauna setup: plenty of H2O. Build in extra benefits with glow-boosting nutrients and antioxidants by shaking a packet of our GOOPGLOW Morning Skin Superpowder into your bottle or glass—it’s made with vitamins C and E, grape-seed proanthocyanidins, CoQ10, and the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin. Then sip throughout your session. It tastes good, too—like oranges and lemon verbena.*
4
Cleanse
The shower afterward is one of our favorite parts of a sauna—these essentials are all clean, of course, and they delight the senses as they refresh and renew.
The hydrating, purifying bodywash from Corpus works into a satisfying lather, and we love the energizing citrusy-herby scent from whole-plant extracts.
We made our exfoliating Himalayan salt scalp scrub to clear out sweat, oil, and product buildup, which makes it great for deep-cleansing a few times a week. It smells amazing—like rosemary, geranium, orange, and peppermint—and for softness, there’s nothing like it.
Crown Affair’s deeply moisturizing everyday conditioner leaves your hair incredibly shiny, bouncy, and healthy-looking.
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This article is for informational purposes only. It is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment and should never be relied upon for specific medical advice. To the extent that this article features the advice of physicians or medical practitioners, the views expressed are the views of the cited expert and do not necessarily represent the views of goop.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
