Do Sauna Hats Reduce Dizziness?

Ever feel lightheaded or dizzy in the sauna? It’s common - and often caused by overheating, dehydration, or low blood pressure due to vasodilation (blood vessel expansion from heat exposure). But can a sauna hat help prevent dizziness? Let’s break it down.

Why Overheating Causes Dizziness

• Your head heats up faster than the rest of your body.
• A sudden rise in head temperature can lead to dizziness or fainting.
• Keeping your head cooler may help regulate your body’s response to heat.
  

The Science Behind Head Cooling

A 2019 study in Autonomic Neuroscience found that heat exposure can cause orthostatic hypotension (low blood pressure when standing), leading to dizziness.

• A 2017 study in Temperature found that head cooling improves thermal comfort and reduces heat strain.
• A 2018 study in European Journal of Applied Physiology found that cooling the head during heat exposure prevents cognitive decline and discomfort.
  

Can a Sauna Hat Help?

• Regulates head temperature by slowing heat absorption.
• Prevents overheating too quickly, reducing dizziness risk.
• Anecdotal evidence from sauna users suggests they can stay in longer and feel more stable.
  

Pro Tips: If You Experience Dizziness in the Sauna

1. Simple - get out.
2. Wear a wool sauna hat to keep your head cool.
3. Stay hydrated with electrolytes.
4. Avoid standing up too quickly after sitting in high heat.
5. Cool down gradually rather than rushing into an ice bath.
   

Bottom line: While sauna hats haven’t been studied specifically for dizziness, research on heat regulation and head cooling suggests they could help you stay comfortable and safe in the sauna. Check out the NORDÎ Sauna Hat - the best sauna hat in the world, crafted in USA from 100% Rambouillet wool. Our hats have been proven to keep your head cooler,