Six programs. One goal: YOURS!
Every HEALUX session runs on one of six clinically designed programs — each built from real research to deliver a specific outcome. Here's exactly what each one does, what you'll feel, and which one is right for you today.
❤ Heart Health ◎ Detoxification ✦ Pain Relief ◈ Relaxation ⟡ Weight Loss ✿ Anti-Aging
01 — Heart Health
Cardio without the impact
FAR INFRARED - MID INFRARED - NEAR INFRARED - RED LIGHT
HOW THE SESSION UNFOLDS
> 0–10 min
High heat ramps up — heart rate and cardiac output elevate
> 10–35 min
Heat lowers to a sustained level — aerobic-equivalent zone maintained
> 35–45 min
Gradual wind-down — circulation peaks, blood pressure normalises
WHAT IT DOES
The Heart Health program starts at a high heat to quickly elevate your heart rate and cardiac output, then lowers to a sustained level — mimicking the physiological response of a light aerobic workout without any physical strain on joints or muscles.
As your heart rate rises, blood vessels dilate and circulation increases throughout the body. Over a 45-minute session, this passive cardiovascular challenge strengthens the heart, improves arterial flexibility, and supports healthy blood pressure. A clinical study using Sunlighten SoloCarbon® heaters at UMKC found a reduction of 6.5 mmHg in systolic blood pressure following regular sessions.
For anyone who wants cardiovascular benefit without impact — whether recovering from injury, managing a busy schedule, or simply adding a low-strain complement to existing exercise — this program delivers a measurable cardiac workout in complete comfort.
WHAT YOU'LL FEEL
A noticeable warmth building in the first 10 minutes, followed by a comfortable sustained glow
Heart rate elevation — similar to a brisk walk — without physical exertion
Productive sweating from mid-session onward
A calm, physically satisfied feeling post-session — the "light workout" afterglow without fatigue
Many clients report a clearer head and reduced blood pressure sensation by the end
THE SCIENCE
6.5 mmHg reduction in systolic blood pressure in clinical study using Sunlighten heaters — UMKC, 2005
+30% average heart rate increase during session — equivalent passive cardiovascular load
20+ yr JAMA follow-up study linking regular sauna use to significantly reduced cardiovascular mortality
THIS PROGRAM IS FOR YOU IF…
You want cardiovascular benefit without joint-loading exercise
You're managing blood pressure and looking for a natural complement
You're recovering from injury and can't train at full intensity
You want to add a second "cardio session" to your week without extra effort
You're over 50 and prioritising heart health as a longevity investment
Heart Health · 45 min
02 — Detoxification
Flush what your body has been holding
FAR INFRARED - MID INFRARED
HOW THE SESSION UNFOLDS
> 0–10 min
Mid and far infrared build at medium intensity — core temperature begins rising
> 10–30 min
Constant medium intensity sustained — deep core heating, productive sweating begins
> 30–40 min
Peak sweat — cellular-level toxin elimination in full effect
WHAT IT DOES
The Detoxification program combines mid- and far-infrared wavelengths at a medium, constant intensity — heating your body progressively to the core rather than simply warming the surface. This is the key difference between infrared detox and a traditional sauna or hot bath.
Far infrared penetrates 4–5cm into tissue, raising your core temperature and triggering a deep, productive sweat that carries with it what exercise alone cannot release: heavy metals, environmental chemicals, and metabolic waste products stored in fat cells and deep tissue. Studies have found that sweat produced in infrared saunas contains significantly higher concentrations of toxins — including lead, mercury, cadmium, and arsenic — than sweat from conventional heat or exercise.
This program is particularly relevant for anyone navigating high environmental exposure, working in urban environments, or looking to support the body's natural elimination pathways alongside healthy nutrition and hydration.
WHAT YOU'LL FEEL
A deep, enveloping warmth — more intense than the Relaxation program but comfortable throughout
Significant sweating from around minute 10–15 onward — more than most clients expect
A physical sense of release — many describe it as feeling "wrung out" in a positive way
Post-session lightness and mental clarity that peaks around 30–60 minutes after the session
Thirst — hydrating well before and after is essential for this program
THE SCIENCE
7× higher toxin concentration found in infrared sauna sweat vs conventional sweat in independent studies
4–5 cm depth of far infrared penetration — reaching stored toxins in adipose tissue
Heavy metals lead, mercury, cadmium & arsenic measurably eliminated via infrared sweat — published peer-reviewed evidence
THIS PROGRAM IS FOR YOU IF…
You live or work in an urban environment with high environmental exposure
You're navigating fertility challenges and want to reduce toxic load
You consume fish regularly and want to manage mercury accumulation
You're feeling "heavy," sluggish, or foggy and want a cellular reset
You're supporting a broader detox or elimination protocol alongside nutrition
Detoxification · 35-40 min
03 — Pain Relief
Reach where inflammation lives
FAR INFRARED - MID INFRARED - NEAR INFRARED
HOW THE SESSION UNFOLDS
> 0–10 min
Far infrared builds — systemic vasodilation begins, reducing inflammatory load
> 10–20 min
Mid infrared peaks — penetrating deep into soft tissue and joints where pain originates
> 20–30 min
Near infrared activates — cellular repair and tissue regeneration at the site of damage
WHAT IT DOES
The Pain Relief program uses a layered approach across all three infrared wavelengths to address pain at multiple levels simultaneously. Far infrared reduces systemic inflammation and promotes vasodilation. Mid infrared penetrates 3–4cm into soft tissue — reaching muscles, tendons, and joints where chronic pain and inflammation accumulate. Near infrared activates cellular repair mechanisms at the site of damage, accelerating recovery at the tissue level.
This combination addresses the full pain cycle: reducing inflammation, increasing circulation to flush inflammatory metabolites, and triggering the cellular regeneration needed for genuine recovery — not just temporary relief.
A 2023 systematic review across 1,047 participants found 40–50% reductions in pain scores in conditions including fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and chronic lower back pain after 8–12 weeks of regular infrared use.
WHAT YOU'LL FEEL
A deep penetrating warmth in the specific areas where you carry tension or pain
Gradual release of muscle tension — most pronounced from minute 15 onward
Reduced stiffness in joints — particularly notable in the lower back, hips, and shoulders
A significant reduction in perceived pain intensity during and immediately after the session
With consistent use, clients typically notice baseline pain levels reducing week on week
THE SCIENCE
40–50% pain score reduction across 1,047 participants in Pain Medicine systematic review, 2023
3–4 cm mid infrared tissue penetration depth — reaching the origin of most musculoskeletal pain
2 yr sustained pain improvement maintained at 2-year follow-up in Japanese chronic pain research
THIS PROGRAM IS FOR YOU IF…
You're managing chronic pain — fibromyalgia, arthritis, or lower back conditions
You have recurring muscle soreness from training or physical work
You carry chronic tension in specific areas (neck, shoulders, lower back)
You're recovering from injury and want to accelerate tissue repair
Your practitioner has recommended infrared for an inflammatory condition
Pain Relief · 30 min
04— Relaxation
The complete nervous system reset
FAR INFRARED - MID INFRARED - NEAR INFRARED - RED LIGHT
HOW THE SESSION UNFOLDS
> 0–10 min
All wavelengths at low, comfortable intensity — the body begins its shift to parasympathetic
> 10–30 min
Sustained gentle warmth — cortisol drops, endorphins rise, muscles release
> 30–40 min
Peak parasympathetic activation — the deepest phase of calm most clients experience
WHAT IT DOES
The Relaxation program uses all three infrared wavelengths — plus red light — at a low, comfortable intensity. Rather than maximising heat or pushing physiological output, it is specifically designed to activate the parasympathetic nervous system: the "rest and digest" state where genuine recovery, hormonal restoration, and deep calm actually happen.
At this intensity, the infrared doesn't stress the body — it signals it to release. Cortisol levels drop measurably. The musculature lets go of the tension it holds chronically. Serotonin and endorphins are released. The mental noise of the day begins to quiet in a way that is physiological, not just psychological.
This is the ideal program for stress, burnout, sleep issues, and anyone who simply needs to exhale. It's also the most accessible program for first-time clients — the gentlest introduction to what infrared feels like at its most restorative.
WHAT YOU'LL FEEL
A gentle, deeply pleasant warmth — the most comfortable of all six programs
Muscle tension releasing progressively, particularly in the shoulders, jaw, and lower back
A quiet mind — the characteristic "switched off" feeling most clients describe as unlike anything else
Mild, comfortable sweating without the intensity of the Detox or Cardio programs
Post-session: a calm, clear, physically light feeling that often lasts several hours
THE SCIENCE
25–29% reduction in cortisol levels following infrared sauna sessions — the hormonal driver of stress and poor sleep
83.5% of regular sauna users reported meaningful sleep quality improvements — Global Sauna Survey 2019
6 wks sustained mood improvement following a single heat therapy session — JAMA Psychiatry
THIS PROGRAM IS FOR YOU IF…
You're managing chronic stress, burnout, or anxiety
Your sleep is disrupted, shallow, or non-restorative
You're a first-time infrared user and want a gentle introduction
You want an evening session to wind down and prepare for deep sleep
You simply need 40 minutes of complete, uninterrupted quiet
Relaxation · 40 min
05— Weight Loss
A metabolic reset from the inside
FAR INFRARED - MID INFRARED
HOW THE SESSION UNFOLDS
> 0–8 min
High intensity start — cardiovascular system stimulated, heart rate elevates rapidly
> 8–22 min
Drops to medium intensity — body works to cool itself, metabolic rate peaks
> 22–30 min
Sustained medium — fat metabolism continues, cortisol reduction begins
WHAT IT DOES
The Weight Loss program starts at high intensity to rapidly stimulate the cardiovascular system, then drops to a medium level. As your body works to cool itself, your metabolic rate increases — mimicking the thermogenic effect of aerobic exercise. The result is elevated caloric expenditure during and for several hours after the session.
More significantly for body composition, the cortisol reduction produced by regular infrared sessions directly addresses the primary hormonal driver of visceral fat accumulation — the stubborn abdominal fat that is notoriously resistant to diet and exercise alone when chronic stress keeps cortisol elevated. One study found participants using infrared three times per week for 45 minutes lost an average of 4% body fat over four months without changing diet or exercise.
This program works best as a complement to an active lifestyle — not a replacement for movement. Combined with exercise, the metabolic and body composition effects are significantly amplified.
WHAT YOU'LL FEEL
An immediate, noticeable heat — the most intense start of any program
Heart rate elevation and productive sweating within the first 10 minutes
As intensity drops, a sustained warmth rather than overwhelming heat
Post-session: a physical satisfaction similar to a completed workout, with elevated energy
Over weeks of consistent use: improved energy, reduced abdominal fullness, and better metabolic response to food
THE SCIENCE
4% average body fat reduction over 4 months, 3× weekly sessions — without diet or exercise changes
+30% heart rate elevation producing passive aerobic metabolic equivalent during sessions
Cortisol 25–29% reduction per session — addressing the primary hormonal driver of visceral fat storage
THIS PROGRAM IS FOR YOU IF…
You've hit a body composition plateau despite diet and exercise
You carry stress-driven abdominal fat that doesn't respond to conventional approaches
You want to add a metabolic session to your week without extra physical output
You're post-exercise and want to amplify the metabolic afterburn
You're over 40 and finding metabolism slower than it used to be
Weight Loss · 30 min
06— Anti-Aging
Cellular renewal from the inside out
FAR INFRARED - MID INFRARED - NEAR INFRARED - RED LIGHT
HOW THE SESSION UNFOLDS
> 0–10 min
Low, consistent intensity across all wavelengths — circulation to skin surface increases
> 10–22 min
Near infrared and red light peak — fibroblast stimulation and collagen production activated
> 22–30 min
Full wavelength sustained delivery — cellular repair and mitochondrial activation complete
WHAT IT DOES
The Anti-Aging program uses a low, consistent intensity across all three infrared wavelengths to penetrate the skin and work at a cellular level. Near infrared light — specifically at the 880nm wavelength at which fibroblast cells absorb light — stimulates collagen and elastin production, the structural proteins responsible for skin firmness, elasticity, and texture.
Red light therapy at 660nm complements this by improving microcirculation, reducing oxidative stress in skin cells, and supporting mitochondrial function — the energy system that powers cellular repair and renewal. This is the program where infrared and red light work most synergistically, addressing both the surface manifestation of ageing skin and the deeper cellular processes that drive it.
A 2006 clinical study found that both collagen and elastin increased measurably following infrared exposure, with all patients reporting improved skin texture, reduced roughness, and improved tone. Research tracking photo-aged patients over six months found texture improvements of 51–75%, confirmed by tissue biopsy.
WHAT YOU'LL FEEL
The gentlest and most comfortable of all six programs — a low, pleasant warmth throughout
An immediate post-session glow — flushed, luminous skin from increased microcirculation
Skin feels softer and more supple immediately after the session
With consistent weekly sessions: gradual improvement in skin texture, firmness, and tone over 4–8 weeks
A calm, rested feeling — the low intensity has a relaxing secondary effect similar to the Relaxation program
THE SCIENCE
51–75% skin texture improvement over 6 months of infrared use — confirmed by tissue biopsy
880 nm the precise near infrared wavelength at which fibroblasts absorb light to produce collagen
2–3× increase in peripheral blood flow — delivering oxygen and nutrients directly to skin cells
THIS PROGRAM IS FOR YOU IF…
You want to support skin firmness, texture, and radiance from the inside out
You're in your 40s or 50s and want to address collagen decline proactively
You're preparing your skin for summer or a special occasion
You want the gentlest, most comfortable program available
You're interested in cellular longevity and mitochondrial health beyond skin
Anti-Aging · 30 min
Not sure which to choose?
Reach out and we'll help you decide!
Every Healux session begins with a conversation about what your body needs today. You can always ask us which program fits best — or let the mPulse guide you.
