Infrared body treatments come in two main forms. Formostar, which targets specific areas with heated panels, and Sauna Blanket, which warms the whole body across three heat zones. Formostar suits people who want precision work on the stomach, arms, or thighs, while Sauna Blanket suits full-body recovery before or after exercise. Many clients at Rejuvenate Wellness Centre in Frenchville use both in the same routine. A free consultation helps decide which one or which combination fits your goals.
Infrared body treatments work by applying gentle, controlled heat to the skin and underlying tissue, and the right option depends on whether you want targeted results or a full-body reset. Formostar delivers that heat through individual panels wrapped around specific areas, while a Sauna Blanket wraps the entire body in warmth. Both use the same underlying principle infrared heat but they solve different problems. Understanding the difference makes it easier to choose a treatment, or combination of treatments, that actually matches what you're trying to achieve.
What are infrared body treatments and how do they work?
Infrared body treatments use heat that penetrates the skin directly, rather than warming the air around the body like a traditional sauna. This is why they can feel more intense for the same room temperature, and why sessions are typically shorter.
At Rejuvenate Wellness Centre, both Formostar and Sauna Blanket sessions are infrared body treatments, but they're built for different purposes:
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Formostar uses flexible heated panels strapped to specific areas arms, stomach, thighs for targeted warmth
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Sauna Blanket wraps the whole body in a single zip-up blanket with three separate heat zones
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Both are worn over clothing, unlike traditional wraps, which require lotions and bandaging directly on the skin
Clients in the Frenchville and wider Rockhampton area often ask which one is "better" the honest answer is that they're built for different goals, not competing versions of the same thing.
How is Formostar different from a Sauna Blanket?
The core difference is precision versus coverage. Formostar's panelled design means heat can be concentrated on one or two problem areas at a time, while the Sauna Blanket applies infrared heat evenly across the whole body in one session.
Some clients use Formostar for a stubborn area they want to focus on, then follow up with a Sauna Blanket session for full-body recovery. Others stick to one or the other, depending on their routine. Neither is a replacement for the other, they cover different parts of an infrared routine.
How do infrared body treatments compare to traditional wraps?
Infrared body treatments generally address two common complaints about traditional plastic or lotion-based wraps: mess and short-lived results.
Traditional wraps involve applying lotion or clay directly to the skin, then wrapping the area in plastic film and bandages. This can be messy to apply and remove, and much of the visible change afterward is water loss, which tends to reverse once the body rehydrates.
Formostar and Sauna Blanket sessions skip the lotion and plastic altogether. Clients stay in their own clothes, the equipment straps or zips on over the top, and the infrared heat does the work without the clean-up. This is one of the main reasons Rockhampton-area clients switch from traditional wraps to infrared body treatments, the experience itself is simpler, even before comparing results.
Can you use Formostar and Sauna Blanket together?
Yes — using both in the same routine is common, and each one covers a different side of infrared heat therapy. Formostar handles focused, area-specific sessions, while the Sauna Blanket handles full-body warmth and recovery.
A simple way to think about combining them:
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Use Formostar when you want to concentrate on a specific area during a session
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Use Sauna Blanket before or after a workout for full-body warmth
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Alternate between the two across the week depending on how your body feels
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Adjust frequency based on your goals and how your skin and body respond
There's no fixed rule for how to combine them, it depends on your schedule, your goals, and what your body responds to. That's the kind of thing worth working through with the team directly rather than guessing.
What should I expect from an infrared body treatment session at Rejuvenate Wellness Centre?
Sessions are done fully clothed, with the equipment applied over your activewear rather than directly on skin. You'll feel steady, building warmth rather than the sudden heat of a traditional sauna room, and most people find it comfortable enough to relax, read, or rest during the session.
Because Formostar and Sauna Blanket both apply heat directly to the body rather than warming the surrounding air, sessions tend to be more efficient than sitting in a heated room. What you get out of it recovery, warmth, or a focused session on one area depends on which option (or combination) you choose going in, which is exactly what the free consultation is designed to work out with you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is Formostar or Sauna Blanket better for weight loss?
A: Neither is designed as a standalone weight-loss treatment. Formostar targets specific areas with heat, while the Sauna Blanket provides full-body warmth. Any changes you notice should be discussed as part of a broader routine, and the team can talk through realistic expectations during your consultation.
Q: Do I need to remove my clothes for these treatments?
A: No. Both Formostar and the Sauna Blanket are designed to be used over your own activewear, which is part of why clients describe the experience as cleaner and more comfortable than traditional lotion-and-plastic wraps.
Q: How long does a typical session last?
A: Sessions are generally shorter than a traditional sauna visit because the heat is applied directly rather than warming the room. Exact timing depends on which treatment you choose and your individual plan, which is confirmed during your consultation.
Q: Are the results from Formostar or Sauna Blanket permanent?
A: Results vary by person and by goal. Unlike traditional wraps, where visible change is often just temporary water loss, infrared body treatments are usually approached as part of an ongoing routine rather than a one-off fix.
Q: Can I use both treatments in the same week?
A: Yes, many clients alternate between Formostar and Sauna Blanket depending on their schedule and goals. The team at Rejuvenate Wellness Centre can help you map out a combination that suits your routine.
Q: Do I need a consultation before starting?
A: It's recommended. A free consultation lets the team understand your goals and health background before recommending Formostar, Sauna Blanket, or a combination of both.