A Formostar session at Rejuvenate Wellness Centre in Frenchville runs about 50 minutes and follows the Rejuvenate Four-Step Match: check-in, panel placement, heat build, cool-down. You stay in your own activewear the whole time — no lotions, no plastic wrap, nothing applied to bare skin. Most people read or rest while the warmth builds over one or two chosen areas. Your first consultation is free.
A Formostar session is more straightforward than most people expect: you arrive, talk through your goals, change into your own activewear, then lie down while heated panels warm one or two areas you've chosen. Nothing goes onto your skin, and nothing needs washing off afterwards. The whole appointment takes around 50 minutes at the Frenchville clinic, and if you've never booked infrared before, a free consultation happens first so you know exactly what you're walking into.
What happens during a Formostar session, step by step?
Five steps, in this order:
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A short check-in on what you want from the appointment, plus anything in your health history the team should know about.
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You change into your own activewear — no gowns, no lotions, nothing applied to bare skin.
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The panels are positioned over the areas you've chosen: stomach, arms, thighs, back, or a combination.
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The heat builds gradually while you read, scroll, or rest. This is the longest part of the appointment.
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The panels come off, you rehydrate, and anything worth adjusting is noted for next time.
That's the whole appointment. Clients across Frenchville and the wider Rockhampton region are often surprised by how little there is to it — the nervousness usually comes from not knowing the order of events, not from the treatment itself.
What do you wear, and does anything go on your skin?
You wear your own activewear, and nothing goes on your skin at all. Leggings and a long-sleeve top work well. The panels are flexible and strap over the top of what you're already wearing.
This is the biggest practical difference between infrared panels and a traditional body wrap. A traditional wrap means lotion or clay applied directly to the skin, then plastic film and bandages over the top, then clean-up afterwards. With Formostar, there's no product, no wrapping, and no shower needed before you get on with your day in Rockhampton.
How long does a Formostar session take, and how will it feel?
Around 50 minutes, with warmth that builds gradually rather than arriving all at once. It's a steady, deep heat rather than the sudden blast of a hot sauna room, and the team checks in as the temperature climbs so it stays at a level that suits you.
Because the heat is applied directly to the treated area rather than warming a whole room first, the appointment is more time-efficient than sitting in a heated space. Most people find it comfortable enough to relax through — though heat tolerance varies from person to person, so the first appointment is partly about finding your level.
How do we decide which areas to treat first? The Rejuvenate Four-Step Match
We use the Rejuvenate Four-Step Match rather than a guess:
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Goal — focused work on one area, general warmth, or recovery around training.
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Health background — current conditions, medications, and anything that changes how you handle heat.
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Routine — how many appointments a week realistically fit around your work and training.
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Response — how your skin and body feel afterwards, with the plan adjusted from there.
Two clients with the same goal often start in different places, because heat tolerance and schedules aren't the same thing. Step four — response — is the one that gets skipped when someone books a treatment sight unseen online, and it's the reason a first Formostar session is treated as a starting point rather than a fixed plan.
If you've been searching for infrared treatments near me in Rockhampton, book the consultation before your first appointment. It takes the guesswork out of the Rejuvenate Four-Step Match, and it costs nothing. Call the Frenchville clinic on 0448 110 267 or book online.
Should you start with Formostar or the Sauna Blanket?
Start with Formostar if you have a specific area in mind, and the Sauna Blanket if you want overall warmth or recovery. Both are infrared, both are used over activewear, and plenty of clients end up alternating between the two — see our full Formostar vs Sauna Blanket comparison for more detail.
Neither replaces the other. If you're unsure which suits your first booking, the consultation settles it in about ten minutes.
Who should check with a GP before a first Formostar session?
Anyone who is pregnant, has a heart or blood pressure condition, or takes medication that changes how the body handles heat should speak with their GP before booking. The same applies if you have a skin condition affecting the areas being treated. These are the standard precautions used for saunas and heat-based therapy generally — Healthdirect Australia has general guidance on staying safe in the heat if you'd like more background.
Bring that information with you to your consultation, since it forms step two of the Rejuvenate Four-Step Match. Results vary from person to person, and infrared heat therapy isn't a substitute for medical care or a standalone weight-loss treatment.
Frequently asked questions
Q: Do I have to get undressed for my first appointment?
A: No. You stay in your own activewear the whole time, and the panels strap on over the top. Nothing is applied to bare skin, and there's no lotion, clay, or plastic wrap involved. Most people bring leggings and a long-sleeve top. If you're coming straight from work, there's somewhere to change at the Frenchville clinic.
Q: Will it feel too hot?
A: The warmth builds gradually rather than hitting you all at once, and the team checks in as it climbs. If it feels like too much at any point, say so and it gets adjusted. Everyone handles heat differently, so the first appointment is partly about finding the level that's comfortable for you.
Q: Can I bring my phone or a book?
A: Yes. Once the panels are positioned you're lying still for most of the appointment, so bring whatever keeps you occupied. Plenty of clients read, scroll, or listen to a podcast. Others close their eyes and rest, which is a perfectly good use of 50 minutes.
Q: How soon can I book a second appointment?
A: That depends on your goals and how your body responds to the first one, which is why the team notes how you felt afterwards. Some people come weekly; others fit it in less often around work and training. You'll leave with a suggested starting frequency, not a fixed contract.
Q: Do I need a consultation before I book?
A: It's recommended, and it costs nothing. The consultation covers your goals, your health background, and which areas make sense to start with — the first two steps of the Rejuvenate Four-Step Match — so you're not walking into your first appointment guessing at what happens.
Q: What should I do afterwards?
A: Drink water and carry on with your day. Nothing needs washing off, and there's no recovery time to plan around, so you can head straight back to work or the gym. If anything felt uncomfortable, mention it before you leave so the next appointment can be adjusted.
Book your free consultation in Frenchville
A first Formostar session is five steps, about 50 minutes, and no surprises — which is exactly how it should be when you're trying something for the first time. Spring starts on 1 September, and the weeks either side of it are the busiest of the year for new bookings in Rockhampton, so it's worth getting your consultation in the diary now. Call Rejuvenate Wellness Centre on 0448 110 267, or book your free consultation online, and the team will walk you through the Rejuvenate Four-Step Match before you commit to anything.
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