Saunas have a complex effect on human skin, and this influence remains relevant regardless of the season. Let's look at the main aspects of this impact.
Cleansing
- Year-round cleansing: The high temperature and humidity in a sauna open up pores, contributing to a deeper cleansing of the skin. Throughout the year, our skin is exposed to dust, smog, cosmetics, and excess sebum. Saunas help to get rid of these impurities, which prevents blackheads and inflammation.
- In winter: During the cold season, when skin often becomes dry and flaky, saunas help to remove dead skin cells. This improves regeneration and makes the skin smoother.
- In summer: In summer, when sweating increases, saunas help to cleanse the skin of excess sebum and toxins that are released with sweat.
Improving Blood Circulation
- Constant improvement: The heat followed by cooling (for example, in cold water or snow) causes blood vessels to expand and contract. This "vascular gymnastics" improves microcirculation in the skin.
- In winter: Improved blood circulation helps deliver more oxygen and nutrients to skin cells, which is especially important in the cold season when the skin suffers from a lack of nourishment.
- In summer: In summer, when the body is dealing with heat, saunas help to "train" the blood vessels, making them more elastic and resistant to temperature changes.
Toning and Rejuvenation
- Constant toning: Contrast procedures (hot-cold) stimulate the production of collagen and elastin—proteins responsible for skin elasticity. This helps prevent the appearance of wrinkles and keeps the skin looking young.
- In winter: In winter, when the skin is stressed by frost and dry indoor air, saunas help to restore its tone and protective functions.
- In summer: In summer, when the skin is exposed to UV rays, saunas help to combat photoaging by improving cell regeneration.
Moisturizing and Nourishment
- Constant hydration: In a sauna, especially a Russian one with wet steam, the skin is saturated with moisture. The use of honey, essential oils, or herbal infusions during sauna sessions further nourishes the skin.
- In winter: In winter, when the skin suffers from dryness, saunas help to restore its water balance, preventing flaking and cracks.
- In summer: In summer, when the skin needs additional hydration after sun exposure, saunas help to restore its hydrolipidic barrier.
Conclusion A sauna is a universal tool for maintaining skin health and beauty. Its effect—aimed at cleansing, improving blood circulation, toning, and nourishing—remains relevant at any time of the year, helping the skin cope with seasonal challenges and preserve its youth and radiance.
