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Halo Blog Posts

Research-backed guides on sauna benefits, heat tolerance, recovery and why a sauna hat helps you stay in longer. Written by the team behind the Halo.

woman in a bikini shown putting on a Halo sauna hat in a green garden
Oct 11, 2026
How to Wear a Sauna Hat: When to Put It On and Take It Off

Dry or wet? Brim up or down? When to remove it? The simple routine for wearing a sauna hat in traditional, steam and infrared saunas.

Woman holding her hair wearing a brown Halo sauna hat next to a large body of water.
Oct 4, 2026
Sauna Hat Size Guide: How to Measure and Pick Your Fit

Measure your head in 30 seconds and pick the right sauna hat size. Covers M vs XL, long hair, wool felt stretch and what to do if you're between sizes.

Olive green Halo sauna mat placed on a wooden bench
Sep 27, 2026
Sauna Mat vs Towel: What Should You Sit On in the Sauna?

Towel, wool mat or nothing? What each does for hygiene, bench heat and comfort in public and home saunas, and when a sauna mat is worth it.

Arm reaching for a hanging Halo sauna hat next to the sauna
Sep 20, 2026
Wool vs Cotton vs Synthetic Sauna Hats: Which is Best?

Not all sauna hats work. We break down wool felt, cotton and synthetic hats on insulation, hygiene, durability and heat safety so you buy once.

man shown struggling in the sauna next to a man wearing a Halo sauna hat
Sep 13, 2026
How Long Should You Stay in a Sauna? A Practical Guide

How long to stay in a sauna by experience level and temperature, what the research says about 20-minute sessions, and why your head decides when you leave.

Man holding a box with a Halo sauna hat while wearing a brown Halo sauna hat
Sep 6, 2026
Best Sauna Hats in Australia: What Actually Matters

We compared every sauna hat sold in Australia on felt thickness, material, sizing and price. Here's what to look for and where the Halo sits.

Man walking out of sauna wearing a white Halo sauna hat
Feb 16, 2026
Maximising Sauna Benefits: Practical Tips for Safe & Effective Sessions

Want to get the most out of your sauna routine? This guide offers step-by-step tips on hydration, timing, breathing, cooling down, and frequency, plus how using a sauna hat can extend your sessions...

Man sitting in sauna wearing a Halo sauna hat
Nov 12, 2025
Hormonal Harmony: Sauna Effects on Cortisol, Growth Hormone, and Metabolism

Sauna bathing does more than relax you, it can balance key hormones like cortisol, growth hormone, and insulin. This post dives into the research on how heat exposure supports muscle repair, metabo...

Sauna hat hanging from shower head
Aug 20, 2025
Sauna Hats Explained: Cultural Roots and Practical Benefits

From Finnish “saunahattu” to Russian “banya hats,” discover the rich tradition and science behind sauna hats. Learn how they protect your hair, prevent dizziness, and make heat exposure safer and m...