Dr. Raleigh Duncan, Founder and CEO, Clearlight: Sauna Heat: The Missing Link in Deep Sleep & Nervous System Regulation
In this second episode, Mollie Eastman and Dr. Duncan dive into the ancient roots of hot & cold rituals and discuss how modern saunas, infrared therapy, and contrast work can calm the nervous system, and deepen sleep. Duncan shares how stacking modalities, unplugging from devices, and his bedtime routine can transform recovery, and nightly wind-down.
Clearlight Red Light Therapy PERSONAL Tower featured in line up of gifts that actually make everyday life easier!
As Jill Schildhouse notes, practical gifts for wellness enthusiasts are those that ‘simplify routines, reduce stress and help people feel more in control every day.’ Clearlight’s PERSONAL Tower is spot on as it’s a powerful, portable, full-body wellness solution that fits into daily life.
Best Gifts for a Home Spa Experience That Rivals the Real Thing
Yahoo!’s 2026 home-spa gift guide spotlights Clearlight as an essential for anyone seeking luxe wellness at home. The story recommends Clearlight’s award-winning red light therapy CORE Tower and the science-backed, dr-designed Sanctuary Infrared 3 as upgrades in the booming at-home space space!
The HALO ONE® selected by Everyday Health editors from hundreds of products as gift that reminds mom that her health and happiness matter!
This year, give her something that helps lighten that load. Each gift on our list was chosen to support her well-being, whether through better rest, stress relief, or simple daily joy. We’ve tested hundreds of products and, as moms ourselves, we know which ones truly make life easier (and which ones are all talk). From aromatherapy … Continue reading "The HALO ONE® selected by Everyday Health editors from hundreds of products as gift that reminds mom that her health and happiness matter!"
Infrared Saunas Can Help Treat Depression, Study Suggests
(Wellness Feature) The study, published in the journal Global Advances in Integrative Medicine and Health, used the Clearlight Curve Far Infrared Sauna Dome, which uses light to generate heat. Over the course of eight weeks, the 29 participants attended weekly virtual CBT sessions, and bi-weekly sauna sessions.
These elevated hostess gifts are guaranteed to earn you an invite back next year
A well-chosen hostess gift goes a long way and, this holiday season, the Clearlight AROMA ONE is featured among a line-up of gifts sure to earn you a spot on every guest list!
Adding Years: Your Roadmap to Longevity, Podcast
In the “How Sauna Could Add Years to Your Life” episode, the podcast host highlights how regular infrared-sauna use is linked to improved longevity, enhanced circulation, and better recovery. The host positively positions Clearlight as the model she uses, and offers a deep science-backed approach along with her experience as an actual user. As she … Continue reading "Adding Years: Your Roadmap to Longevity, Podcast"
What Happens to Your Body When Clocks ‘Fall Back’ an Hour, According to Science
Men’s Journal reporter Joe Arangio explores how the “fall back” time change can throw off our circadian rhythms, impacting sleep, mood and overall well-being. The secret to syncing our internal clock? Arangia suggests that light timing and smart routines such as using the Clearlight Red Light Therapy Full Body Tower may be a smart ally … Continue reading "What Happens to Your Body When Clocks ‘Fall Back’ an Hour, According to Science"
What Everyone Gets Wrong About Saunas and Longevity
Home saunas are redefining luxury wellness for older homeowners. The home sauna surge fits squarely into the rise of wellness design, where architecture meets longevity science. “Houses with saunas are perceived as ‘higher end’ properties,” says Dr. Raleigh Duncan, founder of Clearlight and widely-recognized infrared sauna technology pioneer. Read more about why wellness design is changing … Continue reading "What Everyone Gets Wrong About Saunas and Longevity"
Daily Beast praises the Clearlight Curve® Infrared Sauna Dome as a game-changing, apartment-friendly biohacker’s dream offering full-sized infrared sauna benefits in a compact, well-designed package.
“Clearlight’s Curve Infrared Sauna Dome is a space-saving solution for those who don’t have the luxury of a dedicated wellness room without giving up half your living room,” said Mia Maguire, Managing Editor, Commerce. Read more about how the Curve merges lifestyle, science, and at-home luxury in one sleek dome.
Yardzen Clients’ Select *Clearlight Sanctuary Outdoor 2 Full Spectrum Infrared Sauna as “Best Outdoor Infrared Sauna” and *Clearlight Sanctuary Outdoor 5 Full Spectrum Infrared Sauna as “Best Outdoor Sauna for Groups”
There are many types of saunas on the market today, and finding one that suits your needs can seem daunting—but it doesn’t have to be. A few considerations like insulation, durability, and size can help you find the right outdoor sauna to suit your needs. As the largest nationwide landscape design company in the United … Continue reading "Yardzen Clients’ Select *Clearlight Sanctuary Outdoor 2 Full Spectrum Infrared Sauna as “Best Outdoor Infrared Sauna” and *Clearlight Sanctuary Outdoor 5 Full Spectrum Infrared Sauna as “Best Outdoor Sauna for Groups”"
The Sanctuary retreat sauna from Clearlight selected by Stephanie Kraus, founder and creative director of Stephanie Kraus Designs, as a key addition.
For the Shore house Designing vacation homes — especially at the Shore — “is about more than just making them look beautiful,” Kraus said. “We create environments that restore, recharge, and spark joy. When our clients walk through the door, we want stress to drop and serenity to take over.” Whether you’re hosting out-of-town visitors … Continue reading "The Sanctuary retreat sauna from Clearlight selected by Stephanie Kraus, founder and creative director of Stephanie Kraus Designs, as a key addition."
The Sleep-Sauna Connection—Heat Therapy Wellness Stacks For Deep Sleep
In this episode, host Mollie Eastman and Dr. Duncan unpack how sauna sessions, red light, and even the right bedtime sweat routine can soothe the body, calm the mind, and spark deeper rest. From heat shock proteins to midnight musings, it’s an exploration of how intentional infrared sauna and RLT relaxation can transform your nights.
I’m a 42-Year-Old Mom and I Tried 18 Products to Finally Sleep Better. These Are the Ones That Worked —Clearlight Red Light Therapy PERSONAL Tower
“Now, I’m using the Clearlight Personal Red Light Tower, which uses both red light (650nm) and near-infrared light (850nm). Near-infrared light may aid in the release of melatonin, support mental health and stimulate cells to produce more collagen, thus assisting in muscle recovery and repair. I use it in the mornings on my body while I do my … Continue reading "I’m a 42-Year-Old Mom and I Tried 18 Products to Finally Sleep Better. These Are the Ones That Worked —Clearlight Red Light Therapy PERSONAL Tower"
Receipts: Everything Patrick Schwarzenegger Uses to Optimize His Wellness Routine
“I’m obsessed with my morning heat therapy sessions. For anyone wanting to bring this experience home, I recommend a Clearlight Infrared Sauna. They’re doctor-designed and tons of professional athletes swear by them for recovery. Just 20 minutes first thing in the morning gets my blood flowing, loosens up my muscles, and puts me in the … Continue reading "Receipts: Everything Patrick Schwarzenegger Uses to Optimize His Wellness Routine"
In Pride Journeys, editor Joey Amato tests, reviews and highlights how Clearlight infrared saunas have become a favorite among LGBTQ wellness enthusiasts and are more than just a sauna!
“If you’re serious about incorporating infrared therapy into your lifestyle, Clearlight delivers on quality, performance, and comfort. It’s not just a sauna—it’s a wellness sanctuary you can enjoy daily from the comfort of your home.”
Clearlight Founder, Dr. Raleigh Duncan, shares his expertise and insight on how to maximize health and wellness benefits of an outdoor sauna.
Outdoor saunas are having a moment, and for good reason. For homeowners with exterior space to spare, an outdoor sauna provides relaxation in the comfort of your backyard. And for those serious about wellness, saunas make a good investment in your overall well-being. Clearlight founder and infrared sauna technology pioneer shares more on why an … Continue reading "Clearlight Founder, Dr. Raleigh Duncan, shares his expertise and insight on how to maximize health and wellness benefits of an outdoor sauna."
The Clearlight Curve ® Dome Infrared Sauna named “Best Portable Home Sauna for 2025” after extensive research and hands-on testing.
These are the best portable saunas for ultimate relaxation and healing when you’re at home or on the go. Curve ® Dome — Why it made the cut: Achieve full relaxation mode in this personal lay-down sauna. Not everyone has the space, money, or time for a full-scale sauna installation. But that doesn’t mean you have … Continue reading "The Clearlight Curve ® Dome Infrared Sauna named “Best Portable Home Sauna for 2025” after extensive research and hands-on testing."
Clearlight Saunas The Sanctuary Pro 2 person sauna
Founded over 25 years ago, Clearlight is changing the game when it comes to infrared home saunas. Designed by Dr Raleigh Duncan who spent more than 20 years developing technology in healthcare, the saunas are not only beautiful but offer a plethora of therapeutic benefits. The brand says “using the heat produced by a Clearlight … Continue reading "Clearlight Saunas The Sanctuary Pro 2 person sauna"
The last thing I bought and loved
was an infrared sauna. I pressured our Herzog & de Meuron apartment building in New York to install one in the gym area, and it fits about six people. I recently bought a smaller one from Clearlight for our house in the Hamptons. I use it as many days as possible – it’s amazing – and I also have … Continue reading "The last thing I bought and loved"
Prepare to be impressed…
If you feel like you’re too old to get a fitness accomplishment under your belt, let Kevin MacDonald be the one to prove you wrong. At 67, MacDonald includes the Clearlight Sanctuary Outdoor 5 infrared sauna in his daily fitness regimen, along with weight training, swimming, and cycling, to stay in peak physical condition.
Clearlight’s PERSONAL Red Light Therapy Tower leads the line up of gifts.
Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to show the woman in your life just how much she means to you. Treat her to the gift of relaxation and rejuvenation with Clearlight PERSONAL Red Light Therapy. The groundbreaking Variable Optics Technology delivers a powerful dose of targeted red light to the face, neck, and upper torso. … Continue reading "Clearlight’s PERSONAL Red Light Therapy Tower leads the line up of gifts."
According to SAUNA Claus …
Stress has met its match in the Clearlight Sanctuary 5 Infrared Sauna, which can accommodate up to five people or convert to a full reclining bench for one person. Patented full-spectrum infrared heaters and rejuvenating. light therapy elevate and optimize the sauna experience.
…is among top gifts picked by Wellness Managing Editor for Valentine’s Day
Whether you’re shopping for a holistic health connoisseur or a fitness enthusiast or, our editors’ favorite picks have you covered for Valentine’s Day.
Clearlight Red Light Core Tower is more than a symbol of romance, but also of health!
The bright red of this infrared tower is more than a symbol of romance, but also of health. The healing power of this light can boost your mood, reduce inflammation and wrinkles, improve sleep, target blemishes on the skin and reduce muscle pain. It is best for face, neck and upper body, but works all over the … Continue reading "Clearlight Red Light Core Tower is more than a symbol of romance, but also of health!"
What’s the one item they can’t live without? For AG1 CEO, Kat Cole, it’s her Clearlight Sanctuary 3!
“Alongside drinking AG1 each morning, I sauna at home almost every day as part of my daily health routine. While I sauna at various gyms and spas when I travel, having one at home helps to keep the routine consistent. This has become a daily family habit in our home.”
Best Design: Clearlight Full-Spectrum Infrared Sauna & Best for Smaller Spaces: Clearlight The Curve Sauna Dome
Our expert-approved picks are effective, easy to use, and high-quality. “The aesthetics are where this sauna shines in my opinion. The exterior is a beautiful mahogany and the entire front of the sauna and part of the ceiling are made of glass. There are “outside” lights that provide beautiful downlighting accents on the exterior as … Continue reading "Best Design: Clearlight Full-Spectrum Infrared Sauna & Best for Smaller Spaces: Clearlight The Curve Sauna Dome"
Clearlight Founder, Dr. Raleigh Duncan, shares his expertise and insight on trends, science behind, and benefits of red light therapy.
Enjoy muscle recovery and cell rejuvenation without overheating your body When it comes to wellness, red is the ultimate green light. Red light therapy is making waves—quite literally—as the go-to treatment for everything from pain relief and muscle recovery to skin and cardiovascular health.
cnet Wellness Editor picks Clearlight Red Light Therapy PERSONAL Tower as one of her top holiday ’24 & Valentine’s Day ’25 picks for wellness!
“I’ve been using the Clearlight red light therapy personal tower almost daily for a year and can attest to the skin benefits I’ve experienced. My skin is the clearest and brightest it’s been in years. Besides the skin benefits, red light therapy may also aid with muscle recovery, inflammation and cell regeneration. The small tower … Continue reading "cnet Wellness Editor picks Clearlight Red Light Therapy PERSONAL Tower as one of her top holiday ’24 & Valentine’s Day ’25 picks for wellness!"
Gwyneth Paltrow Talks Kissing Timothée Chalamet, Gives Holiday Hot Takes in an Infrared Sauna made by Clearlight.
Wellness takes the stage on Late Night! Watch Gwyneth Paltrow on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (aka. her co-wellness warrior) as she talks about the power of infrared therapy!
Clearlight Product Manager, Melissa Van Riper, featured on Clean Living Convos, Season 2, Episode 9 with Sammy Murray
The 35 minute podcast focused on Wellness Therapies: why tools like sauna, red light therapy, and more are worth adding into your routine with Clearlight Saunas. Listen to it HERE.
Yahoo Life Shopping “50 best wellness gifts to encourage a healthy lifestyle”
Centered, active, well-fueled and energized — these health-focused gifts will help start the new year right. Clearlight Amethyst PEMF Mat makes the perfect gift for “your achy friend who’s looking for ways to rest, relax, recover and improve overall health!
His Clearlight Sanctuary 2 Full Spectrum 2-Person Infrared Sauna
“The sauna is literally warming up right now as we’re talking. A couple years ago, my wife and I decided, ‘Let’s not get each other any Christmas or any birthday presents this year. Let’s just pool our money and straight-up buy a sauna.’ They come to your house and set it all up for you. … Continue reading "His Clearlight Sanctuary 2 Full Spectrum 2-Person Infrared Sauna"
Here’s my “worth the hype” list: Infrared sauna with redlight
Infrared sauna with red light: My detoxification pathways need all the help they can get! When I keep up with consistent usage, I feel much more energized, calm, and clear. I use the Clearlight sauna because it has the lowest EMFs.
The CHILL’D study at Vail Health will expound on past research in hyperthermia and depression…
All those enrolled will receive a whole-body sauna treatment where the individual’s core temperature is slowly elevated to 101.3 F. Heat therapy has demonstrated positive impacts on depression.
“I put a Clearlight infrared sauna on my roof and I’m using that literally every day. I know people live by the cold plunge, but I hate it so much. I’m not jumping in there. Sauna is where it’s at for me. I’ll take the heat every day…” Miles Chamley-Watson, Professional Fencer (Miles uses the Clearlight Sanctuary … Continue reading ""
(Health) What has Jennifer Aniston & Selena Gomez In A Sweat? Infrared Saunas.
(Updated: Feb. 20, 2024; Originally Published: May 30, 2023.) Things are heating up. If you’re ready to join the wellness ranks of these A-listers, read on to learn about the benefits — and risks — surrounding infrared saunas.
From mantras to meditation, mindfulness to manifestation, Well Intentioned offers an intimate look at how to make space for self-care in meaningful ways, big and small. In this issue, actor and Goop founder Gwyneth Paltrow shared some insight with Vogue Beauty Director Celia Ellenberg including her ritual: 3. Sweat Daily in her Clearlight Infrared Sauna.
The Clearlight Curve ® Dome Infrared Sauna named “Best Sauna for Home” after extensive research and hands-on testing.
These are the best portable saunas for ultimate relaxation and healing when you’re at home or on the go. Curve ® Dome — Why it made the cut: Achieve full relaxation mode in this personal lay-down sauna. Not everyone has the space, money, or time for a full-scale sauna installation. But that doesn’t mean you have … Continue reading "The Clearlight Curve ® Dome Infrared Sauna named “Best Sauna for Home” after extensive research and hands-on testing."
CNET’s Lexy Savvides tests sleep solutions over a month & calls the Clearlight Curve® “the most rewarding sleep tool”.
Originally published and aired March 2024 “…I could feel my entire body relaxing and easing into sleep after each use. Some nights, I almost fell asleep in the sauna because I was in such a blissful state.”
Best With Light Therapy: Clearlight Full-Spectrum Infrared Sauna
For starters, the sauna boasts gorgeous craftsmanship paired with a glass skylight ceiling, a thick glass door, and double-pane windows. It also features a Bluetooth sound system that can be controlled by your phone or smart device, as well as a built-in charging station for your phone or tablet. In terms of comfort, you’ll appreciate … Continue reading "Best With Light Therapy: Clearlight Full-Spectrum Infrared Sauna"
(Excerpt) … With the right knowledge, parents can help their kids strike a balance between confronting healthy challenges and managing the risks. MacDonald, who directs a spa at Claremont Hotel in Berkeley, Ca., understands the risks and emphasizes safety with his daughters, such as warming up gradually and avoiding extreme temperatures. Although MacDonald prefers traditional Finnish … Continue reading ""
Get Well, Be Well
A cedar closet had served as overflow wardrobe storage, but the new walk-in closet rendered it redundant. The clients asked that this soothing retreat take its place. “Saunas are a beautiful thing, covered in wood. They exude relaxation,” Goldbach said. The couple’s Clearlight Infrared Sanctuary Sauna sits steps from an adjacent fitness room. “They’ve traveled … Continue reading "Get Well, Be Well"
Lo Bosworth is among the increasing number of Americans who are prioritizing wellness spaces, amenities, and accents in their own homes.
Bosworth, founder of the beauty brand Love Wellness, technically has a home office in her New York City apartment. But, more often than not, she found herself working from her kitchen table, preferring the airier space over the closed-off room whose classification was rooted more in realtor-speak than reality. And since this is New York City, where every … Continue reading "Lo Bosworth is among the increasing number of Americans who are prioritizing wellness spaces, amenities, and accents in their own homes."
MY MONDAY MORNING
“The infrared sauna is next in my game-day routine, usually 15 minutes. During that time, I’m usually listening to reggae music.” (Devin uses a Clearlight infrared sauna. How Devin Booker’s Life Was Changed by Kobe Bryant The NBA guard, who chugs a glass of water every morning and always brings a Diptyque candle on the … Continue reading "MY MONDAY MORNING"
Explore what’s next for well-being and mental health.
Clearlight Infrared of Berkeley, Calif., has taken inspiration from Murphy beds to produce one-person prototypes that can collapse from 4 feet wide to 2 feet, says company president Andy Kaps. By Jen Murphy, March 9, 2021 at 1:00 pm ET Helsinki’s Löyly complex has three saunas that accommodate 96 people and are linked by walkways to locker … Continue reading "Explore what’s next for well-being and mental health."
“Saunas are a hot backyard addition”
As homeowners embrace wellness at home, The New York Times piece, syndicated to The Seattle Times, spotlights the rise of backyard saunas. This trend reflects Clearlight’s mission to bring health and relaxation closer to everyone and democratize the experience. Clearlight co-founder and president Andy Kaps is included as an expert, and Clearlight continues to lead the self-care … Continue reading "“Saunas are a hot backyard addition”"
Bloomberg Businessweek report: “The Hot New Thing in Saunas: Infrared”
As highlighted in both Bloomberg and Businessweek, infrared saunas are front and center in the wellness world, with experts praising their deep-heat benefits for recovery and relaxation. At Clearlight, we’ve been leading this movement for nearly 30 years, bringing our science-backed, dr-designed expertise together to redefine what it means to truly live well.
About Clearlight®
Founded by a Chiropractic Physician, Dr. Raleigh Duncan, Clearlight is the industry leader in infrared sauna technology and a pioneer in innovative health and wellness solutions for more than 28 years. Clearlight was the first company to develop Carbon/Ceramic infrared heaters capable of delivering a deeper, more penetrating infrared wavelength, while also offering the lowest EMF (electromagnetic fields) and EF (extremely low frequency) available on the market. Dr. Duncan is widely considered one of the early pioneers in infrared sauna technologies and has patents/patents-pending for much of the technology Clearlight uses. The company offers best-in-class wellness products for home and business use including: Infrared Saunas, Sanctuary Full Spectrum Saunas, Outdoor Saunas, Premier Infrared Saunas, award-winning and FDA approved Red Light Therapy—The PERSONAL Tower, The CORE Tower, and The FULL BODY Tower; award-winning HALO ONE Salt Therapy, AROMA ONE Aromatherapy Diffuser, The Curve® Sauna Dome, Amethyst Infrared PEMF Mat, and Custom Sauna Heater Kits (Build Your Own Sauna).
Clearlight is headquartered in Berkeley, California, USA, with distribution in North America (U.S. and Canada), Australia, China, Europe, Indonesia, Israel, Malaysia, New Zealand, the Middle East, South America, and the United Kingdom. For every sauna purchase, Clearlight plants two trees with The National Forest Foundation’s Sapling Program—helping to plant more than 22,568 trees to date (numbers as of June 30, 2025). To learn more and/or enhance your existing Clearlight sauna experience, visit infraredsauna.com and ClearlightRed.com; and follow on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok and YouTube.
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