The Power of Chromotherapy
After the dull, drab months of winter, the return spring sunshine breathes life into many experiencing the symptoms of seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Light plays an important role in mental health. Even when facing days of clouds and darkness, you can still get a mental boost from chromotherapy. That’s why all of our saunas give you seven lighting options so you can rebalance your mind, body, and spirit. Discover how this works and how to choose the right light for you below.
What is Chromotherapy
Ancient cultures developed medical systems based on energetic principles of the universe and the somatic cellular body. The Sanskrit principle of Ayurveda describes the wheels of life or Chakras as originating from subtle energy known as Prana. This type of subtle energy can be modulated by electromagnetic field/visible light to stimulate the brain/nervous system, cellular tissues, and bodily organs.
Visible light is emitted in the form of photons that are absorbed through the skin and the active receptors in the eyes. Once absorbed, proteins or photopigments are activated at specific wavelengths to produce chemical reactions in the body. These reactions can produce various therapeutic biochemical benefits depending on their wavelength.
The Benefits of Chromotherapy and Contrast Therapy
At Contrast Studios, we offer seven distinct lighting options in our saunas. Each light color corresponds to a specific chakra and has a unique set of benefits for the body, mind, and spirit. Let's explore the benefits of each light and choose your favorite during every contrast therapy session:
Violet Light
CROWN CHAKRA (TOP OF HEAD)
Balances 7th / crown chakra to connect mind-body with a higher power. This high energy state stimulates the pituitary gland to regulate serotonin and reduce depression and anxiety. Helps regulate sleep to improve energy and reduce effects of Seasonal Affective Disorder.
Indigo Light
THIRD-EYE CHAKRA (FOREHEAD)
Balances 6th / third eye chakra located between the eyebrows. Helps improve focus, reduce fog brain, stimulate intuition through the pineal gland, clear sinus cavities, and improve the ability to understand wisdom and truth.
Blue Light
THROAT CHAKRA (NECK)
Balances 5th / throat chakra to improve verbal communication, articulation and understanding. Produces a cooling, calming effect in the body to counteract worry, reduce over excitement, modulate hyperactivity, and calm various throat conditions.
Green Light
HEART CHAKRA (CHEST)
Balances 4th chakra located at the heart center in and around the sternum. The body’s healing seat to reset circadian rhythms, relax muscles, detox organs, and stimulate tissue regeneration. Here is where love and forgiveness of self and others originates, and where the spiritual and physical body merge.
Orange Light
SACRAL CHAKRA (BELOW BELLY BUTTON)
Balances 2nd chakra located in the low abdomen. Regulates creativity via reproductive organs, creative thought, emotions, and sexuality. Balancing the 2nd chakra can reduce inflammation, menstrual cramps, edema, prostate issues, and bladder/urinary dysfunction.
Yellow Light
SOLAR PLEXUS CHAKRA (STOMACH)
Balances 3rd chakra located at the solar plexus mid-torso in and around the kidneys and liver. Center of personal power, will and self-esteem. Produces a cleansing effect to purify the blood and skin, increase neuromuscular tone, and improve nervous system function.
Red Light
ROOT CHAKRA (END OF SPINE)
Balances 1st chakra located at the base of the spine. Regulates skeletal and circulatory systems, helps relieve tension to improve energy efficiency. Can improve cellular metabolism. Helps regulate fear regarding family, finances/survival, and decreases feelings of anger. This grounding energy can return the mind/body to states of joy and happiness.
Try one or try them all to see the difference chromotherapy makes in your day.
Book Your Contrast Therapy Session
Transform your wellness routine with chromotherapy! At Contrast Studios, our saunas offer seven lighting options designed to improve your physical, mental, and emotional health. Book your sauna session today and experience the full benefits of color therapy in your wellness journey!