Earl of East and Arc Sauna have partnered for two guided sauna sessions exploring the connection between scent, steam and sensory ritual through the worlds of Shinrin-Yoku and Onsen.
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Designed around the therapeutic power of fragrance within hot and cold spaces, the sessions explore how scent can help shape atmosphere, influence mood and support moments of grounding, recovery and reset
Within a sauna environment, heat intensifies fragrance, allowing essential oils and incense to move more deeply through the space and encouraging slower breathing and greater sensory awareness.
Grounding Rituals: Shinrin-Yoku
Inspired by the Japanese practice of forest bathing, Shinrin-Yoku is built around a grounding blend of Cedarwood, Black Pepper, Juniper and Clove.
Cedarwood brings warmth and stillness, evoking the feeling of walking through a quiet forest, while Juniper adds a fresh, cleansing quality that feels expansive and clear. Black Pepper introduces gentle heat and depth to awaken the senses without overstimulation, with Clove rounding out the blend through a soft, comforting spice.
Together, the fragrance is designed to recreate that exhale you feel when stepping into nature, shoulders dropping, breath slowing and the mind becoming quieter.
Used throughout the session, Shinrin-Yoku becomes part of the ritual itself, supporting relaxation, presence and a deeper sense of reset.
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Awakening Rituals: Onsen
Influenced by Japanese hot springs and recovery rituals, Onsen combines eucalyptus, peppermint and mandarin to create a brighter, more invigorating atmosphere.
Eucalyptus and peppermint are traditionally used within steam environments for their cooling, clarifying qualities, helping the space feel fresher and more awakening through heat and breathwork. Mandarin brings a softer citrus note designed to uplift mood and energise the senses.
Used throughout moments of heat exposure, cold immersion and recovery, Onsen is designed to feel cleansing, restorative and revitalising.