Red light therapy helps clear brain fog

How Red Light Therapy Supports Clearer Thinking + Better Brain Function

We’ve all had those days. You walk into a room and forget why. Words feel just out of reach. Your brain feels... well, foggy.

Welcome to the world of brain fog — a frustrating, often-overlooked issue tied to everything from stress and poor sleep to inflammation and hormonal changes. While not a medical condition itself, brain fog is a sign that your brain is running on low power.

Here’s the good news: red light therapy, included in every infrared sauna session at Totally The Spa, may help lift that fog and boost your brainpower from the inside out.

What Is Red Light Therapy?

Red light therapy uses specific wavelengths of light (typically in the 630–660nm and near-infrared range 800–850nm) to stimulate biological processes at the cellular level. This gentle, non-invasive light can penetrate the skin and even reach deeper tissues, including the brain.

In our infrared sauna, red light works in harmony with heat to deliver a double-whammy of detox and cellular support. Think of it as a power-up for your body and your mind.

How Red Light Therapy Helps Clear Brain Fog

1. Boosts Mitochondrial Function

Your brain is energy-hungry; it uses about 20% of your body’s total energy. Red light therapy stimulates the mitochondria (the energy factories in your cells), helping them produce more ATP (aka cellular energy). More ATP = sharper thinking.

2. Reduces Neuroinflammation

Brain fog is often linked to low-grade inflammation in the brain. Red light therapy has been shown to reduce inflammatory markers, creating a more balanced environment for neurotransmitters and cognitive clarity.

3. Improves Blood Flow to the Brain

Near-infrared light enhances circulation, bringing more oxygen and nutrients to your brain. This improves blood flow and supports mental alertness, focus, and even mood.

4. Supports Neuroplasticity + Cognitive Function

Some early studies suggest red light therapy may promote neurogenesis (the creation of new neurons) and enhance neuroplasticity, your brain's ability to adapt, repair, and form new connections.

Totally Chill, Totally Sharp

At Totally The Spa, we don’t just want you to look good; we want you to feel sharp, focused, and fully present in your day-to-day life. Our infrared sauna with red light therapy will help you clear brain fog.

If your brain’s been feeling like it’s stuck in airplane mode, it might be time to recharge with red light therapy. Book a full-spectrum infrared sauna session and give your mind the clarity boost it’s been craving.

Rewind your clarity with a little infrared magic.

💋 Roxie Rewind