Sauna Etiquette

 

Sauna Etiquette: Secrets to a Relaxing and Harmonious Experience

 

The sauna not only supports your health but also offers a unique relaxation experience. To ensure it’s enjoyable for everyone, it’s worth following some etiquette rules. These small gestures contribute to making sauna use truly relaxing.

 

Clean in the Sauna

The sauna is a shared space where everyone should pay attention to cleanliness. Before entering, take a shower to ensure you enter with a clean body. Always place a towel on the bench to prevent sweat from coming into direct contact with the wood.

 

Comfortable Attire

In most saunas, wearing a towel or swimsuit is recommended, but in private saunas, you can enjoy the hot air nude. Always respect the comfort of others and follow the rules of the facility.
Avoid wearing jewelry or metal objects, as they can heat up excessively.

 

Harmony in the Sauna

The sauna is a place for physical and mental relaxation, so it’s important to avoid loud conversations and enjoy the silence.
A session should not last more than 10–15 minutes, but for beginners, 5–8 minutes may be sufficient to gradually get used to the heat.
Before using essential oils, consult with others to ensure the scents are pleasant for everyone.
If there’s a steam sauna heater, always ask others before pouring water on the stones. The steam intensity might not be comfortable for everyone, so it’s important to check.

 

Hygiene and Cleanliness

Sweating is a natural part of the sauna experience, but make sure to use a towel to absorb it and avoid letting sweat get on the benches, ensuring hygienic use.
Also, ensure that water or sweat doesn’t splash onto the floor, as it can create a slipping hazard.

After use, make sure to leave the space clean.

Private saunas require special attention to regular maintenance and hygiene. Cleaning the benches, caring for the wood, and ensuring proper ventilation not only maintain cleanliness but also extend the sauna's lifespan.

 

Shared Sauna Etiquette

When using the sauna with others, only spread your towel as much as necessary and leave space for others. After use, clean the benches, wipe up water, and leave the sauna in a tidy condition.

 

Cooling and Relaxation

After a sauna session, a thorough cooling-down phase is essential for your body to return to its normal temperature. Use cold water, such as a shower, plunge pool, or cold-water pool, which not only cools the body but also helps close the expanded pores.
Since sauna use can result in significant fluid loss, it’s important to drink enough water or mineral water to replenish lost fluids and minerals. Avoid alcoholic beverages, as they increase the risk of dehydration.

 

The sauna is a special ritual where you can nurture both your body and soul. Keep these etiquette tips in mind and enjoy every moment of sauna time – whether alone or with company!