Infrared Sauna

Sanctuary Duo

You CHF 6,405.00

Sanctuary Solo

You CHF 4,868.00

Ultimate Lux

CHF 7,173.00

Hybrid Sauna

You CHF 9,821.00
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Infrared Sauna for Home – Turnkey IR Sauna for Apartments and Houses

How many times this month have you planned to go to the sauna—and then decided against it because it was too much of a hassle?

You’re not alone in this. You have the willpower. But the gym is closing, the sauna is full, and the commute takes time. In the end, it just doesn’t happen—not because you don’t want to, but because the hurdle is too high.

That's exactly what Swedish Cold does.

With a turnkey infrared sauna at home, all obstacles disappear. No reservations. No opening hours. Ready in 10–15 minutes—via a Wi-Fi app. The infrared sauna fits just as well in an apartment as it does in a house: Compact models require only one square meter of floor space and no special installation. An infrared sauna heats the body directly rather than the air—which, even at 40–60 °C, promotes deep muscle relaxation, reduces inflammation, and improves sleep.

Can't decide between an infrared sauna and a traditional sauna? The hybrid sauna combines both types of heat in a single cabin.

What is an infrared sauna—and what makes it unique?

Infrared saunas and traditional saunas warm the body in fundamentally different ways—and this difference determines the experience you’ll have.

A traditional sauna heats the air in the room to 80–100 °C. The hot air then warms the skin and body from the outside—an intense, rapid process.

An infrared sauna works differently. Infrared panels emit radiation that penetrates 3–4 centimeters beneath the skin and directly heats the muscle tissue—without the air temperature having to rise above 40–60 °C. It’s the same principle as direct sunlight on the skin, only controlled and at the correct wavelengths.

Swedish Cold saunas use full-spectrum infrared heat, which combines near-infrared (NIR), mid-infrared (MIR), and far-infrared (FIR) rays. The different wavelengths penetrate the skin to varying depths—NIR reaches the deepest tissues, while FIR provides a sensation of warmth close to the surface. The result is complete, even warmth that reaches the muscles from within.

What makes the infrared sauna unique is the combination of deep heat, a lower air temperature, and rapid heating. You can stay in longer, breathe more easily, and enjoy a sauna every day—without it feeling overwhelming.

What happens in the body in an infrared sauna?

The body begins to react within the first few minutes of being in the infrared sauna. Infrared radiation is absorbed by the skin and tissues, triggering a controlled physiological response:

  • The blood vessels dilate. Increased blood flow carries oxygen and nutrients to muscles and tissues—and carries away metabolic waste products and lactic acid.
  • The heart increases its output. The heart rate rises to 100–120 beats per minute, comparable to a light to moderate endurance workout. The cardiovascular system is exercised without placing mechanical stress on the joints.
  • Sweating begins. Sweating in an infrared sauna is deeper and more gradual than in a traditional sauna. The body begins to excrete metabolites, heavy metals, and metabolic waste through the skin.
  • Stress hormone levels drop. Cortisol decreases noticeably even during the session. The parasympathetic nervous system is activated—the “rest and recovery” mode that counteracts chronic stress.
  • Endorphins and serotonin levels rise. A single session increases endorphin levels by up to 210% and serotonin levels by 18%. This explains the familiar feeling of calm and well-being afterward.
  • The muscles relax and recover. The infrared heat penetrates directly into the muscle tissue, relieves tension, reduces inflammation, and speeds up recovery after a workout.

Health Effects of Infrared Saunas—The Benefits Demonstrated by Research

  • Muscle Regeneration – IR radiation penetrates 3–4 cm into the muscle tissue and increases local blood flow. CRP—one of the most important markers of inflammation—decreases by 28–30% after 3 weeks of regular use.
  • Mental Health – UCSF Study: 86% of participants with clinical depression no longer met the diagnostic criteria after infrared heat therapy. Cortisol levels dropped by 24% with 3 sessions per week over 8 weeks.
  • Better Sleep – If you take a sauna 1–2 hours before bedtime, your core body temperature will drop afterward, signaling to your brain that it’s time to sleep. Deep sleep improves measurably.
  • Weight Management and Metabolism – A single 30-minute session burns 300–600 kcal through increased heart rate and sweating—comparable to a moderate-intensity endurance workout.
  • Cardiovascular Health – Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine (2025) highlights infrared heat therapy as a promising treatment. During the session, the heart rate rises to 100–120 beats per minute.
  • Skin Health and Red Light – The red light panel (600–850 nm) stimulates collagen production and cellular regeneration. Regular sweating cleanses the pores and increases blood flow to the skin.

How to Get Started with an Infrared Sauna – Step by Step

There are no complicated rules for using an infrared sauna. But those who get the most out of it follow a simple routine from the very beginning:

  1. Launch the app and preheat the sauna. Set the temperature to 45–50 °C and start the preheating 10–15 minutes before you’re ready. With Wi-Fi control, you can do this when you finish your workout or leave the office.
  2. Start slowly. Beginners: 15 minutes at 40–50 °C. Gradually increase the time over the first few weeks to 20–30 minutes at 55–60 °C. Your body needs time to adjust.
  3. Sit back and relax. Start your playlist via Bluetooth, adjust the RGB lighting to suit your mood, and let the warmth do the work. That’s all it takes.
  4. Drink water before and after your session. You sweat more than you think—often 0.3–0.6 liters in 30 minutes. Drink 300–500 ml before your session and gradually replenish the fluids afterward.
  5. Go outside and cool off. A cold shower or an ice bath after your session significantly enhances the effect. Dopamine and norepinephrine levels spike. Always finish with a cold shower or bath if you’re combining it with an ice bath.
  6. Repeat regularly. Aim for 3–5 sessions per week. Daily use is safe. The most significant health benefits—reduced inflammation, better sleep, and less stress—become apparent after 2–4 weeks of consistent use.

Safety: Leave the sauna if you feel dizzy, unwell, or extremely tired. If you have heart problems, are pregnant, or are taking medication, you should consult a doctor before using the sauna.

Nordic Sauna Tradition in Premium Quality

Sauna culture isn't just a trend. It's part of our history—millennia-old Nordic wisdom about heat, regeneration, and well-being, now combined with modern technology.

Swedish Cold is a premium Scandinavian brand with the goal of becoming Europe’s leading provider of home-based regeneration and wellness solutions. We design every product with one goal in mind: it should meet professional standards, be delivered ready to use, and last for decades.

Canadian hemlock wood. Full-spectrum infrared heat. Bluetooth speaker. RGB lighting. Wi-Fi control. Red light panel. Integrated red light therapy. These aren’t accessories—they’re standard features.

And if you want the full Nordic experience—heat, cold, heat—combine the IR sauna with a Swedish Cold ice bath. It’s the same routine that Sheraton, Strawberry Hotels, and leading wellness centers offer their guests. At home, on your own terms, whenever you want.

The sauna is waiting. All you have to do is go in.

Frequently Asked Questions About Infrared Saunas

Yes—that is indeed one of the biggest advantages of an infrared sauna over a traditional sauna. The Sanctuary Solo requires only 1,020 × 1,020 mm of floor space and fits in most bedrooms, bathrooms, or home gyms. It only needs a standard electrical outlet—no special ventilation or construction work is required. It is delivered ready to use and can be set up immediately.

What sets the infrared sauna apart from the traditional sauna is not that its effects are better—they are simply different. The infrared sauna is gentler, more suitable for daily use, and has a particularly strong effect on muscle recovery and mental well-being.

The traditional sauna heats the air to 80–100 °C, and the body is warmed by the hot air. The infrared sauna warms the body directly through radiation at an air temperature of 40–60 °C. Infrared heat penetrates deeper into the muscles, is more suitable for daily use, and is ready in 10–15 minutes. The traditional sauna offers the classic Nordic sauna experience with löyly and steam.

The infrared sauna is particularly effective for muscle recovery and pain relief, stress reduction and improved sleep, lower inflammation levels (CRP decreases by 28–30% with regular use), cardiovascular health, and mental well-being. A study by UCSF showed an 86% remission rate for clinical depression. Unlike with traditional saunas, the effects on pain and mental health have been particularly well studied.

20–30 minutes per session is ideal for most people. Beginners should start with 10–15 minutes at a lower temperature (40–50 °C) and gradually increase the duration. The lower temperature of the IR sauna—40–60 °C—makes it possible to stay in longer than in a traditional sauna without it becoming overwhelming.

The Hybrid Sauna is Swedish Cold’s most versatile model—a freestanding indoor sauna for 4–6 people that combines a 6-kW Harvia sauna heater with full-spectrum infrared heat in the same cabin. Yes, you can use it as a pure infrared sauna—or as a traditional sauna with löyly—or both at the same time. The Hybrid Sauna is available in three versions: Combi, Infrared Only, and Traditional Only. It measures 1,800 × 1,800 × 1,950 mm and features RGB lighting, a red light panel, Bluetooth, and a touch panel.

Start with 2–3 sessions per week and increase to 3–5 sessions per week for optimal health benefits. For healthy adults, daily use is safe thanks to the lower temperature. The most noticeable results—reduced inflammation and improved sleep quality—are seen with 4 or more sessions per week over at least 3–4 weeks.

Swedish Cold’s infrared models—Sanctuary Solo, Sanctuary Duo, and Hybrid Sauna—are designed for indoor use. If you’re looking for an outdoor sauna, we recommend Grand Escape, our traditional outdoor sauna made of carbonized white pine, built to withstand the Nordic climate year-round.

Yes. Swedish Cold offers leasing with a fixed monthly payment as well as financing options. Please contact us for the current terms and options.

A 1-year warranty is included as standard with all products, with the option to extend it to up to 5 years. Even after delivery, Swedish Cold remains at your side, providing full service, replacement parts, and support. Delivery takes 12–14 weeks. Express delivery is available for an additional fee.

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