- Wait for about half an hour after exercising before you get into sauna or steam bath.
- Do not force yourself to stay in a sauna or steam bath beyond comfort levels.
- Sit for about 10 to 12 minutes. Your pulse should not increase more than 60 to 70 percent than normal.
- Start with short doses of heat not more than 20 minutes.
- Consume plenty of water before entering a sauna or steam room, but refrain from eating for one hour prior to the treatment.
- Drink fruit or vegetable juice after the bath.
- For fair, sensitive skin, place a cool hand towel over your face while in a warm bath.
- Do not moisturise your skin before entering a bath. Do so after you have showered.
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