Question 1

What is a Holistique Breathesuite?

Accepted Answer

A Holistique Breathesuite is a private Halo Saunas experience where we are pairing the deep-penetrating warmth of infrared heat with the healing atmosphere of halotherapy (salt therapy) and the rejuvenating glow of red-light therapy. Himalayan salt panels infuse the space with a naturally cleansing environment that supports respiratory health, clearer skin, and relaxation, while the infrared heat stimulates circulation, detoxification, and muscle recovery. The added benefit of red-light enhances cellular repair and vitality, making each session a full-spectrum wellness experience—modern technology rooted in time-honored traditions of healing and renewal.

Question 2

What is an infrared sauna and what are the benefits?

Accepted Answer

An infrared sauna is a modern twist on the traditional sauna. Instead of heating the air around you with steam or hot stones, infrared saunas use infrared light waves to gently warm your body directly. Think of it as sunshine without the UV rays—heat that penetrates more deeply into your muscles and tissues, while the air itself stays cooler and more comfortable.

Key Benefits of Infrared Saunas
1. Detoxification
Sweating is your body’s natural way of flushing out toxins. Infrared heat encourages a deep, healthy sweat that may help release heavy metals and other impurities stored in tissues.

2. Improved Circulation
The gentle heat boosts blood flow, much like a light cardio workout, which helps oxygenate cells, support healing, and promote overall cardiovascular health.

3. Muscle & Joint Relief
Infrared warmth penetrates up to 1.5 inches into soft tissue, soothing sore muscles, easing joint stiffness, and calming inflammation. Athletes, arthritis warriors, and weekend gardeners all say “thank you.”

4. Relaxation & Stress Reduction
The deep, enveloping heat triggers your parasympathetic nervous system (“rest and digest” mode). Many people leave sessions feeling calmer, lighter, and more balanced—like hitting a reset button for the mind.

5. Skin Health & Radiance
By increasing circulation and encouraging sweat, infrared sessions can help clear pores, improve tone, and give skin that post-sauna glow.

6. Weight Management Support
Your heart rate and metabolic rate gently rise in an infrared sauna, similar to moderate exercise, burning calories while you sit in peaceful stillness.

7. Better Sleep
Deep relaxation + muscle ease + nervous system calm = improved sleep quality. Many find they drift off more easily after sessions.

Infrared saunas offer the same age-old benefits of traditional saunas—but with a gentler, more targeted heat that many people find easier to tolerate. It’s like cozying up in healing sunshine that works from the inside out.

Question 3

What is salt therapy and what are the benefits?

Accepted Answer

Salt therapy—also called halotherapy (from the Greek word halos, meaning “salt”)—is a natural wellness practice that involves breathing in microscopic salt particles in a controlled environment. Typically, this happens in a salt room or salt cave, where the air is infused with dry salt through a special generator.

It’s designed to mimic the microclimate of natural salt caves, which have been used for centuries in Europe for their restorative effects on the lungs, skin, and overall well-being.

Key Benefits of Salt Therapy
1. Respiratory Health
Salt is naturally anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial.
Inhaled particles may help clear mucus, reduce irritation, and open the airways.
Beneficial for people with asthma, allergies, sinus issues, bronchitis, or anyone who just wants to breathe a little easier.

2. Immune Support
Cleaner lungs = stronger defense.
By reducing congestion and supporting healthy respiratory function, salt therapy may help the body ward off seasonal bugs more effectively.

3. Skin Health
Salt’s purifying and anti-inflammatory qualities can support clearer, calmer skin.
May help soothe eczema, psoriasis, and acne while promoting a healthy glow.

4. Stress Relief & Relaxation
Salt rooms are peaceful, quiet, and meditative spaces.
The negative ions in salt are believed to promote a sense of well-being, balance mood, and reduce stress.

5. Improved Sleep
Clearer airways + deeper relaxation = better rest.
Many find salt sessions prepare them for a more restful night’s sleep.

Salt therapy offers a gentle, natural way to support respiratory wellness, skin health, and stress relief. Think of it as a breath of fresh sea air—without the sand in your shoes.

Question 4

What is red-light therapy and what are the benefits?

Accepted Answer

Red-light therapy (sometimes called low-level light therapy photo-biomodulation, a non-invasive treatment that uses specific wavelengths of red and near-infrared light. Unlike UV rays, which can damage the skin, red light is gentle and penetrates deep into your cells, stimulating energy production and natural healing processes.

It’s like giving your body a boost of “cellular sunshine” without the burn.

Key Benefits of Red-Light Therapy
1. Skin Rejuvenation
Boosts collagen and elastin production, helping reduce fine lines and wrinkles.
Promotes wound healing, reduces scars, and supports clearer, healthier skin.

2. Pain Relief & Recovery
Penetrates into muscles and joints to ease inflammation and stiffness.
Supports recovery from injuries, arthritis, or everyday soreness.

3. Cellular Energy
Red light stimulates mitochondria (the “powerhouses” of your cells).
More cellular energy = better repair, regeneration, and resilience.

4. Improved Circulation
Increases blood flow, delivering oxygen and nutrients more efficiently.
Helps speed recovery while flushing out waste products.

5. Mood & Mental Clarity
Exposure to red and near-infrared light may help regulate circadian rhythms.
Some studies suggest it supports improved mood, focus, and reduced symptoms of seasonal affective disorder (SAD).

6. Hair Growth Support
Stimulates hair follicles, potentially aiding in thicker, stronger hair over time.

Red-light therapy is a safe, soothing, and scientifically backed way to support skin health, recovery, energy, and overall vitality. It doesn’t just work on the surface—it works at the cellular level to help your body function at its best.

Question 5

Are there important health considerations when using heated services and infrared saunas?

Accepted Answer

Yes, and you should take notice as your payment and client agreement include your consent of knowledge. 
 • First, you acknowledges and agree that you are  obligated to always follow manufacturers’ warnings and directions for use, which is posted in the Studio and can be provided by Holistique upon request. Exercising in hot temperatures can put stress on the cardiovascular system. Therefore, hot exercise programs are not recommended for and should not be used by:
    •  Individuals with chronic disease or who have suffered heat strokes or heat stress in the past, history of dizziness, fainting spells, narcolepsy, and/or history of seizures.
    • Individuals with cardiovascular disease or condition, including but not limited to aneurism, angina, atherosclerosis, congenital heart disease, high blood pressure, history of stroke, etc.
    • Individuals who have alcohol or stimulant drugs in their systems (e.g. amphetamines, cocaine, etc.) .
    • Children, pregnant or nursing women, or individuals with heat sensitive conditions.

• Participation in hot exercise programs should be avoided in the event that you takes or has been prescribed prescription medications like cardiac drugs, beta-blockers and anticholinergic, or antimuscarinics medications (prescribed for Parkinson's Disease or to reduce the side effects of certain anti-psychotic drugs) as they may interfere with the body's heat loss mechanisms, making those who use them more susceptible to heat illness and impairing the participant's ability to endure the rigors of the program.

• If  you have any of the conditions described herein, you must provide Holistique with a letter from your general physician (on letterhead with the general physician’s name signed and printed), which letter must certify that the your general physician understands the rigors of the activity and that the general physician certifies you are physically fit to perform and engage in all aspects of the activity and provides their medical consent to your participation.

• Pregnant women, elderly people, and those with hyper/hypotension must seek the advice of their physician before participating in these activities.

• People with certain conditions, like severe hypertension or active tuberculosis, should avoid salt therapy without medical guidance.

• IF YOU ARE ON OR HAVE BEEN PRESCRIBED MEDICATION or if in any situation the following symptoms occur, use of heated exercise or sauna service use or any other exercise must be discontinued and medical treatment should be sought:
    • A feeling of sudden and severe fatigue,
    • Nausea and/or dizziness,
    • Lightheadedness or fainting, shortness of breath, passing out or near passing out,
    • A cessation of sweating accompanied by dry, hot skin,
    • A period of inexplicable irritability, malaise, or flu-like symptoms,
    • Chest pain, pressure, tightness, or heart racing.

Please also take a look at our Safety & Medical Considerations FAQs

Question 6

Can I take my phone in with me?

Accepted Answer

We strongly discourage bringing phones or electronic devices into the sauna. Infrared heat can damage batteries, screens, and internal components, even if the device appears unaffected at first.

In addition, sauna sessions are intended to support relaxation and restoration. Leaving devices outside helps protect your belongings and allows you to fully disconnect and enjoy the experience.

Holistique is not responsible for damage to personal electronics brought into the sauna.

Question 7

Do I need eye protection?

Accepted Answer

Eye protection is recommended for certain services.

Infrared sauna: Eye protection is not required. However, guests should avoid staring directly at infrared heaters or light sources for extended periods.

Red-light therapy: Protective eyewear is recommended, especially during longer sessions or when lights are positioned near the face or eyes.

If you have light sensitivity, eye conditions, or feel discomfort at any time, please use protective eyewear or discontinue the session.

Important Reminder
Holistique does not diagnose, treat, or provide medical clearance. Our services are intended to support general wellness and relaxation and are not a substitute for medical care. When in doubt, your healthcare provider’s guidance always comes first.

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