My Experience with Trying an Infrared Sauna

Recently, dtXfy Me sauna studio opened on Main Street, Manayunk (my local Philly stomping grounds), and I had to check it out.

I’d been eager to try infrared saunas for a while— since the benefits an infrared sauna session touts range from easing muscle strain, boosting mood, enhancing metabolism, and beyond— and when I saw this studio’s $25 introductory session offer I was persuaded to give it a shot. Here’s how it went (and how I felt during and after the session.)

dtXfy Infrared Sauna in Philadelphia, PA

The studio is gorgeous, first of all— upon entering, you’re ushered in with a warm welcome and a smile among the smell of Palo Santo burning at the front desk. You’re then asked to remove your shoes (a common spa practice), and you’re guided into the spa area, where you’re then checked in to your individual “sanctuary”— a calm, dimly lit room full of pink Himalayan salt lamps, the scent of eucalyptus oil, and calming music and visuals. Once in your sanctuary, an attendant turns on the sauna, which you can step in and out of as you need, and the sweat session can begin in your own private little haven.

The atmosphere was amazing enough, but once I was in the sauna itself I was even more impressed with the infrared sauna’s efficiency. Within mere moments I was working up an intense sweat, and I could feel my body purging excess water out of my pores. I also felt completely at ease and fully relaxed, basking in the warmth and quiet repose of the sauna.

After the session, I felt relaxed, rejuvenated and definitely like I’d had something of a workout. I highly recommend trying an infrared sauna session if you’re healthy enough to tolerate heat, as it did relax my muscles (and my mind), and made me feel much lighter on my feet afterwards (sort of how you’d feel after a brisk workout.) Additionally, the peace of mind I felt after spending a half-hour session in such a calm, quiet place was well worth the (amazing!) price of $25 for my first session.

I’ll definitely be back to try this treatment again— and maybe step it up next time. So, have you tried infrared sauna treatment? Let’s discuss,

Xoxo, MM.