What’s the difference between an Infrared Sauna Blanket and Red Light Therapy Blanket? Whilst on the surface they may look the same, what they deliver is quite different. A Red Light Therapy Blanket emits Red and Near-Infrared Light wavelengths that penetrate the skin and body. Red light specifically targets the skin to address matters such as appearance of fine lines/wrinkles, blemishes,tone and texture. Near Infrared penetrates deeper to muscles/joints to help speed up recovery, help alleviate soreness/stiffness, help with range of motion and also boost wellbeing. An Infrared Sauna Blanket is quite different as this utilises FAR Infrared wavelengths for its heating properties, directly heating the body to induce sweat and bring the associated benefits sweating offers such as release of impurities, boosted energy flow, increased cardiovascular fitness and weight loss. Both tools are incredible for longevity and wellbeing and both have a place in your wellness routine, but for very different reasons