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 the way we live, and why saunas sell homes.

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 States, we’ve done a lot of research on available options—and have been able to crowdsource a list of the best outdoor saunas for 2024 from thousands of Yardzen client landscape designs.

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 or just want to create a more comfortable daily retreat for yourself and your family, it’s the small, thoughtful details that count the most.

The Philadelphia Inquirer tapped three Philly-area interior design pros for their best advice on creating your own personal sanctuary.

Read on for their top tips — from practical solutions that ensure guests feel at home to plush additions that elevate everyday living — on how to make your home a haven.

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 skin care routine.”

Deenie Hartzog-Mislock, Wellness & Sleep, CNET

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 right headspace to tackle the day.”

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 outdoor sauna is just what you need in your life.