Sauna therapy is increasingly celebrated for its health benefits; improved cardiovascular function, reduced inflammation, detoxification, the list goes on. However, there is a hidden danger that nearly everybody in the sauna is exposed to.

This is what we want to change.

The majority of clothing warn in a sauna, is unsuitable - it's swimwear. Which is nearly always made out of the petroleum based synthetic materials; Polyester & Nylon. These synthetic materials break down when heated to 60°C, which causes the release of; microplastics, PFAS & VOC's. Saunas are always hotter than this threshold & are between 80°C to 100°C, so these toxic by-products are a guarantee. This is a huge problem.

These toxins can be extremely harmful & you certainly don't want them on or in your body. They disrupt hormones, increase inflammation, and accumulate in organs over time - where the extent of the damage is still unknown.

The high temperature of a sauna, coupled with the synthetic materials, puts the users in toxic environment. Ironically, detoxification is one of the portrayed benefits of heat therapy, this benefit is negated when we are covering ourselves in toxic materials.

During heat exposure, sweat glands are activated & pores dilate. Sweat exits through these pours & evaporates on the surface of the skin, removing heat & cooling us down. However, this makes the skin permeable in both directions, meaning anything on the skin can be absorbed back into the body. Including toxins that are now sat on the surface of the skin.

Not only will toxins be absorbed through the skin, but VOC's will be in the air & subsequently inhaled.

Saunaa Shorts have been specifically created to solve this problem - using heat-stable, certified organic materials, that are non toxic and safe at high temperatures, so your sauna session supports your health, not compromises it.