Have you been searching for the ultimate sauna experience on the Central Coast, but not sure where to start? Well, that’s been me over the last year, and finally, I found it.
I can’t tell you how excited I was to find House of Ren, a luxury private spa, only one suburb away in the tourist hub of Terrigal Beach.
The thing that really stood out for me, besides from the luxury wellness facials, is the fact that House of Ren offers the only Ozone Sauna Therapy in the Central Coast of NSW. Curious about this seemingly new craze, I booked in for my first HOCATT Ozone Sauna session.
According to my pre-reading, HOCATT is seven times more effective at detoxing than conventional saunas. The Ozone Steam Sauna helps you detox the entire body in less than 30 minutes, while also enhancing circulation, boosting energy, and strengthening the immune system down to the cellular level. It offers ALL of the following:
Sauna
Infrared Therapy
Transdermal Ozone therapy
Carbonic Acid/CO2 Therapy
Whole body Hyperthermia (WBH)
Electrotherapy / Rife Therapy
Oxygen Therapy (EWOT)
Essential Oils Infusion
PHOTON Light Therapy
Ultrasonic Cavitation
My research continually backed up all the claims. Whether you are battling a chronic illness, needing a full body detox, or looking to increase your youthful vitality, the HOCATT was developed to strategically enhance wellness and vitality.
I couldn’t wait to try it.
Before my appointment, Renée was caring and informative over the phone, guiding me to have a relaxing day before my treatment, drink plenty of water, eat a snack a couple of hours before, and try to ensure a bowel movement 24 hours before my session. No problem. I ticked all these things off the list and hopped in my car, conveniently arriving at the lush private location in Terrigal.
When I knocked on the door I could already smell the soothing scents of luxe candles, before I was greeted to a stunning and smiling Renée, dressed in her pristine uniform. Soothing sounds of zen music greeted me in the hallway, and I was guided to a comfortable armchair to complete my questionnaire, which Renée guided me through expertly, making sure that she was well-informed of my health history, and I was well-informed of the process.
Renée guided me to the room which was impressively fitted out with a mix of luxe décor and expensive medical equipment. She explained each part of the Ozone Sauna process to me. I was surprised to hear that I would only be in the capsule for 20 minutes, thinking that it would take hours. But, as Renée explained, this high class treatment elevates your body temperature and healing powers very fast.
Ozone Sauna Therapy delivers, in just 20–30 minutes, the benefits of an infusion of ozone, with carbonic dioxide, steam, photon lights, far infrared, aromatherapy oils, and electrotherapy. Not only does the HOCATT therapy detox your body, but it also stimulates the immune system, promotes healing, improves blood and lymph circulation, enhances all organ functions, and promotes healthy production of hormones and enzymes. It also reduces stress and anxiety, and aids in deeper sleep, which is so important for immune health.
First of all, I was to undress, and step in to the capsule myself, closing the doors to wait for Renée. My face poked happily outside of the capsule. I was glad to not be locked inside, therefore removing any fears of claustrophobia!
Renée then came back into the room to start the machine’s magical (well, scientific) process. She turned on the strange whooshing apparatus, wrapped up my neck with soft towels to ensure the ozone did not escape, and fitted an oxygen apparatus in front of my mouth so that I could breathe pure oxygen during the session, enhancing the purification effects on my body. She adjusted the temperature and settings as needed, and the process began.
She gave me two devices to hold in each hand, and instructed me to place my feet on two panels within the capsule. Easily done. These are electrical pulsing devices that assist the healing process, depending on my physical needs, and the desired electromagnetic vibration that would assist me best on my healing journey. I found it fascinating to feel the devices that buzzed a safe pulse through my hands and feet! After a little while I forgot about them, as the heat and steam of the sauna intensified.
The sauna component of the HOCATT Ozone Therapy is designed to raise your temperature to a ‘fever’ level, which quickly ignites the part of your immune system that fights infection, therefore creating rapid improvements in healing – wherever it is needed in the body at that time. It’s entirely safe to endure this heat for up to 30 minutes. If the heat does happen to get too much, it’s nice to know that Renée is there with you the whole time, monitoring your progress and needs.
I felt completely comfortable and safe as the temp began to rise. Wafts of humidity engulfed my body inside the capsule, and I felt myself sweating like I never have before. I could practically feel the toxins oozing out of my body. Renée was giving me sips of water during the session, while adjusting my oxygen nozzle.
As the machine went through each part of the scientific process, Renée also explained to me what was happening, which was extremely calming and helpful.
The last five minutes became intensely hot, but before I knew it, it was over. The capsule/ machine launched the ozone-destroying process in a split second, and the machine opened so that I could take a breather before lifting myself out.
Basically, it felt like I’d just been reborn.
Once dressed, Renée gave me another drink, and let me rest and chat on the armchair about my experience. Her enthusiasm, kindness, and extensive knowledge was palpable. On my way home, I was already thinking about booking my next session, plus the facial I have booked next week, knowing that she has some of the best products, methods and instruments in Australia.
Renée really takes wellness and beauty seriously. Her philosophy is that true beauty starts with true wellness, which is why she delivers Ozone Sauna Therapy to enhance overall health – and as an added bonus, intensifies the beautifying results of her wellness facials.
In the meantime, I need to drink lots of water tonight, rest after my HOCATT, and allow my body to replenish itself after a rigorous detoxification that will ultimately reboot my skin, organs, circulatory system, lymphatic system, and immunity, so that I can shine for months to come.
What to expect in a HOCATT Ozone Sauna session
Each session is 25-30 minutes long.
For the first 3-8 minutes of your session, carbonic acid (CA) and steam moisten the skin and enter through pores (transdermal) into the lymph system.
CA is one of the few compounds that increase the uptake and delivery of oxygen at the cellular level.
Blood vessels and capillaries dilate, increasing blood circulation up to 25%.
After the CA cycle completes, the ozone cycle begins.
When ozone reacts with the water from the steam, it creates H202 which aids in destroying bacterial and yeast/fungal infections.
At the end of the session, all ozone and oxygen steam is extracted into the ozone destructor and the session ends.
You can book your HOCATT session by CLICKING HERE