Koala Hats Sauna Guides

Sauna Guides

Learn how to get more out of your sauna routine — from sauna hat benefits and hair protection to merino wool care and regular heat session tips.
5 Sauna Statistics That Sound Made Up (But Come From Real Research)

Recovery

5 Sauna Statistics That Sound Made Up (But Come From Real Research)

From sleep to heart health to dementia risk, some of the real numbers from sauna research are more surprising than the exa... Read more →
Are Sauna Hats Good for Long Hair?

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Are Sauna Hats Good for Long Hair?

If you have long hair and use the sauna regularly, a sauna hat can make a real difference to how your hair feels session t... Read more →
Woman with healthy coloured hair holding a Koala Hats Checkered merino wool sauna hat on the Australian coast, showing how to protect colour-treated hair in the sauna

hair protection

Does Sauna Damage Colour-Treated Hair? What You Need to Know

If you colour your hair and use the sauna regularly, you have probably wondered what all that dry heat is doing to your co... Read more →
How to Use a Sauna Hat Properly

Recovery

How to Use a Sauna Hat Properly

Got a sauna hat and not sure how to use it properly? Here is a simple guide to wearing, caring for and getting the most ou... Read more →
Can You Wear a Sauna Hat in an Infrared Sauna?

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Can You Wear a Sauna Hat in an Infrared Sauna?

Infrared saunas work differently to traditional saunas, but can you still wear a sauna hat in one? Here is what you need t... Read more →
What to Bring to a Sauna: The Simple Sauna Essentials Checklist

Recovery

What to Bring to a Sauna: The Simple Sauna Essentials Checklist

Not sure what to bring to your first sauna session? Here is a simple checklist of sauna essentials for beginners and regul... Read more →
How Koala Hats Started: The Story Behind Australia's Sauna Hat Brand

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How Koala Hats Started: The Story Behind Australia's Sauna Hat Brand

Koala Hats was born on the Northern Beaches of Sydney, built by two brothers, a hairdresser sister and a shared frustratio... Read more →
Why Do People Wear Hats in the Sauna?

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Why Do People Wear Hats in the Sauna?

Sauna hats might look unusual at first. Here's the simple reason why people wear them, what they actually do, and why regu... Read more →
Wool Sauna Hat vs Felt Sauna Hat: Which Is Better?

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Wool Sauna Hat vs Felt Sauna Hat: Which Is Better?

Not all sauna hats are made the same. Here's how wool and felt sauna hats compare, and why material matters when choosing ... Read more →
Are Sauna Hats Worth It? What They Do, Who Needs One & When to Wear One

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Are Sauna Hats Worth It? What They Do, Who Needs One & When to Wear One

Sauna hats might look unusual at first, but they serve a real purpose. Here’s what they do, who they’re for, and why wool ... Read more →
Person wearing a green and cream natural sauna hat inside a timber sauna.

hair protection

Sauna Hat for Hair Protection: What to Look For Before Buying

Looking for a sauna hat for hair protection? Learn what to look for, why merino wool matters, and how the right sauna hat ... Read more →
How to Protect Your Hair in the Sauna

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How to Protect Your Hair in the Sauna

Learn how to protect your hair in the sauna, including simple hair care tips, sauna hat benefits, session length, hydratio... Read more →
Beachside mobile sauna setup for hot and cold recovery sessions.

Cold Plunge

Sauna and Cold Plunge: How to Build a Hot-Cold Routine

Learn how to build a simple sauna and cold plunge routine, including timing, beginner tips, safety advice and what to brin... Read more →
Post-workout photo with a Koala merino wool sauna hat and strong legs

Fitness

Sauna Before or After Workout?

Learn whether it’s better to use the sauna before or after a workout, how to sauna safely after training, and how to build... Read more →
A premium lifestyle photo of a quiet modern timber sauna in nature

Recovery

How Long Should You Stay in a Sauna?

Learn how long to stay in a sauna, how beginners should start, when to leave, and how to build a safe, comfortable sauna r... Read more →
A premium lifestyle photo with a muscular man wearing a Koala sauna hat in a modern timber sauna, clean minimal wellness aesthetic, realistic photography, no text.

Recovery

Sauna Benefits: What Are the Benefits of Using a Sauna?

Learn the key benefits of using a sauna, including relaxation, recovery, circulation, sleep routines and why regular sauna... Read more →
Merino wool sauna hat on a timber sauna bench

hair protection

What Does a Sauna Hat Do?

Learn what a sauna hat does, why people wear them in hot sauna sessions, and how merino wool helps manage head heat while ... Read more →
How to Wash and Care for a Merino Wool Sauna Hat

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How to Wash and Care for a Merino Wool Sauna Hat

Learn how to care for your merino wool sauna hat, including drying, washing and storage tips to help keep it fresh for reg... Read more →
Merino Wool Sauna Hats: Why Material Matters

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Merino Wool Sauna Hats: Why Material Matters

Learn why merino wool is used in premium sauna hats, how it helps manage head heat, and why material matters for regular s... Read more →
Does a Sauna Hat Protect Your Hair?

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Does a Sauna Hat Protect Your Hair?

Learn how a sauna hat can help create a barrier between your hair, scalp and dry sauna heat, and why merino wool is a smar... Read more →
Best Sauna Accessories for Regular Sauna Users

Recovery

Best Sauna Accessories for Regular Sauna Users

Explore the best sauna accessories for regular sauna users, including sauna hats, towels, water bottles and simple gear th... Read more →
Sauna Hat vs Towel: What’s Better in the Sauna?

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Sauna Hat vs Towel: What’s Better in the Sauna?

If your head gets hot in the sauna, you might have tried wrapping a towel around your hair or scalp. It makes sense. A to... Read more →

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