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Chicago: the windy city. As fall begins and we begin to look towards winter, it will only be a matter of time before we are huddled inside to escape the cold and snow. After a long day at work or skiing on the slopes, many people like to return home to a long, hot shower. Imagine if instead, you could return to an indoor sauna, allowing you to relax and unwind from the comfort of your own home....

Many of us wonder if a steam sauna also known as a traditional sauna or a steam shower will help us relax after a long day. While a steam sauna or steam shower both have numerous health benefits, each are created differently. The heat produced varies between the two and the amount of humidity created also differs. Both saunas and steam rooms can be installed in the home so, it’s a matter of...

The relaxation debate seems to come down to sauna vs. steam room. We all want a place to unwind after a long day and the sauna vs. steam room conundrum seems to stump many of us. What are the differences between the two? What are the health benefits of each? Can I put both in my house? These are questions we all have, so let’s get to the bottom of this. Sauna vs. Steam Room: Benefits and...

In examining the history of saunas, the Finnish sauna comes to the forefront – with a long and rich history and heritage. In fact, having an understanding of the culture and traditions of the Finns can actually add to the personal enjoyment of the sauna experience. The original Finnish word “sauna” actually means a bath or bathhouse, and today it’s in common use in the...

Using scented essential oils is very popular in saunas.  Most commonly, a few drops of oil are added to the sauna water bucket.  When water is ladled over the sauna stones, the steam gives off a pleasant fragrance.  By far the most common scented essence is eucalyptus.  Lavender is also a very pleasant and popular scent for aromatherapy.  Others may include pine, birch,...