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Paul Thomas

Paul was born and raised in the prairie province of Saskatchewan, Canada. He is a digital marketer by day and an avid sauna enthusiast by night. He loves sports and spending time with his wife and two beautiful children. In the summer you'll find him spending time outdoors at his family cabin.

Are Infrared Saunas Energy Efficient? Calculate Your Energy Consumption & Costs

February 2, 2025 by Paul Thomas

Hello again, my infrared sauna friends. One thing that concerned me when I first purchased our infrared sauna was how much it would cost me to run it every month.  I was sold on the potential health benefits, but are … Read more

Categories Infrared Saunas Tags FAQ, Infrared Sauna, Sauna Advice, Sauna Tips

37 Sauna Gift Ideas: Elevate Your Gifting Game in 2025

March 11, 2025January 25, 2025 by Paul Thomas
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Hey, friends. Welcome to Sauna Squad. I don’t know about you, but I’m terrible at finding gifts for my family and friends. That’s why I was inspired to put together the ultimate gift guide with tons of sauna gift ideas … Read more

Categories Product Review Tags Infrared Sauna, Portable Sauna, Sauna Accessories, sauna gifts, Sauna Tips

Ancient Mayan Steam Baths: The Power of the Temazcal

January 29, 2025January 23, 2025 by Paul Thomas
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Hello again, sauna enthusiasts. My wife Erin and I recently got back from a weeklong, kid-free Caribbean vacation to Riviera Maya in Mexico. And let me tell you, it was a much-needed reprieve from the hustle and bustle of daily … Read more

Categories Steam Saunas Tags mayan steam bath, Sauna Benefits, Steam Sauna, temazcal

How Hot Do Infrared Saunas Get? (And Why it Matters)

January 13, 2025 by Paul Thomas
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Hey everyone, Paul here from Sauna Squad again. I’ve written about an adjacent topic in the past (the best temperature for infrared saunas) but we’ve never actually addressed how hot infrared saunas actually get. It’s a common question we get … Read more

Categories Infrared Saunas Tags FAQ, Infrared Sauna, Sauna Advice, Sauna Tips

The Ultimate Guide to Installing an Infrared Sauna in Your Basement

January 23, 2025January 6, 2025 by Paul Thomas
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Hello again, sauna friends. I haven’t written in awhile for personal reasons so it feels great to be back in the saddle writing again. Today, we’re going to be taking a look at installing an infrared sauna in your basement, … Read more

Categories Infrared Saunas Tags basement, diy, FAQ, home renovation, Infrared Sauna, Sauna Advice, Sauna Tips

Can You Use an Infrared Sauna Twice a Day? What’s the Verdict?

April 1, 2024 by Paul Thomas
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Hey guys, Paul at Sauna Squad here. Today we’re going to touch on a question we get asked quite a bit and dispel any myths. Can you actually use an infrared sauna twice in a day? Are there any negative … Read more

Categories Infrared Saunas Tags FAQ, Infrared Sauna, Sauna Advice, Sauna Benefits, Sauna Tips

Red Blotchy Skin After Infrared Sauna: 9 Possible Causes

March 30, 2024 by Paul Thomas
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Many enjoy infrared saunas for improved circulation, detoxification, and relaxation. However, some experience lingering redness or blotchy skin after a session. If this happens to you, don’t worry – there are usually harmless explanations.  Infrared heat warms the body gently … Read more

Categories Infrared Saunas Tags FAQ, Infrared Sauna, Sauna Advice, Sauna Tips

Should You Shower After Infrared Sauna? The RIGHT Answer

April 1, 2024March 30, 2024 by Paul Thomas
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If you’ve spent any amount of time in a sauna, you’ll know that you tend to sweat. A lot. And it’s eccrine sweat, which is a different type of sweat than your body produces during vigorous exercise. Eccrine sweat tends … Read more

Categories Infrared Saunas Tags FAQ, Infrared Sauna

The 6 Best Sauna Towels in 2025 for MAXIMUM Comfort

January 24, 2025February 24, 2024 by Paul Thomas
Stick man relaxing in traditional dry sauna with towel around neck next to two rolled towels and water bucket and ladle

Confession time. I never in my life thought I’d write an article about the best sauna towel – or towels, I guess. But towels are an extremely overlooked part of the sauna experience, whether that’s an infrared or traditional dry … Read more

Categories Product Review Tags Barrel Sauna, Dry Sauna, Infrared Sauna, Sauna Accessories, Steam Sauna

10 Reasons to Try Infrared Sauna When Sick (Is It Okay?)

February 7, 2024 by Paul Thomas
Woman in infrared when sick

Hey guys, Paul from Sauna Squad here. If you’re reading this, there’s a good chance you’ve been feeling under the weather lately. A little worn down by the hustle and bustle of daily life. Maybe it’s a cold, or maybe … Read more

Categories Infrared Saunas Tags FAQ, Infrared Sauna, Sauna Advice, Sauna Benefits, Sauna Tips
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