Have a dedicated set of sauna clothing. Heat and steam are known assholes in the world of clothing, mostly because they wreak havoc on elastic, loosen dyes and peel off iron­­–ons. Even worse, harsh chemicals from laundry detergent, swimming pools and the outside environment, in general, are happy to leach out of your clothes and into your skin under the influence of heat and steam. Pick out some shorts and maybe a shirt you don’t mind ruining and wear them only to the sauna.

Wear loose fitting clothing. Tight gym wear might make your ass/guns/quads look great, but in the sauna skin–hugging gear makes an inherently uncomfortable experience even worse.

Stick to natural fibers. Most swimsuits are made from synthetic materials, but natural fibers, like cotton, let your skin breathe, which is the whole point of the sauna. And many bikini tops also have metal underwires or other hardware. It seems obvious, but that shit will heat up like a brand and burn the fuck out of your titties.

Show some skin. Even though you can’t get naked, you can still maximize the sauna experience by minimizing your clothing. Guys and girls can both benefit from booty shorts (just make sure your ass cheeks don’t touch the bench). And if you must be modest, consider wearing a crop top or a sleeveless shirt.