Essential Oils in the Sauna: Relaxation, Pain Relief and More

Using essential oils in a sauna can greatly enhance your experience. These natural essences have numerous positive effects on the body and mind. Here's how to use essential oils in a sauna and what benefits they can offer.

Benefits of Using Essential Oils in the Sauna

1. Relaxation and stress reduction
   Essential oils such as lavender and ylang-ylang are known for their calming properties. They help reduce stress and promote deep relaxation during your sauna session.

2. Pain Relief
   Oils such as eucalyptus and peppermint can help relieve muscle tension and pain. They have a cooling and anti-inflammatory effect.

3. Respiratory Support
   Eucalyptus and pine oils are particularly beneficial for the respiratory tract. They help open the airways and facilitate breathing, especially useful in case of colds and allergies.

4. Skin care
   Essential oils such as tea tree and chamomile have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, which are beneficial for skin health.

How to use essential oils in the sauna

Using essential oils in a sauna is simple. Here are some steps to follow:

1. Selection of oils
   Choose one or more essential oils that suit your needs. You can also use blends to get more benefits at once.

2. Dilution
   Always dilute essential oils in water before using them in the sauna. Mix 5-10 drops of essential oil with a liter of water.

3. Infusion
   Slowly pour the mixture onto the hot sauna stones. The steam will distribute the essential oils into the air and you will be able to inhale their beneficial effects.

Popular Essential Oils for Sauna

• Lavender Oil : Promotes relaxation and improves sleep.
• Eucalyptus Oil : Supports the respiratory tract and relieves muscle tension.
• Peppermint Oil : Refreshes and revitalizes, ideal for pain relief.
• Tea Tree Oil : Antibacterial and beneficial for the skin.
• Ylang-ylang oil : Calming and reduces stress.

Warnings

• Use only pure, high-quality essential oils.
• Be aware of any allergies and test the oils on a small area of ​​skin.
• Use essential oils in moderation and do not overdo it.

Discover the beneficial effects of essential oils in your sauna and give yourself a moment of relaxation for your body and mind. Visit our shop for a selection of high-quality essential oils and find the perfect addition to your sauna experience.