Can You Wear Beats In Sauna?

Thinking of wearing your Beats in the sauna? You’re not alone, many people wonder if it’s safe. 

But before you step into that heat with your headphones on, there are a few important things you should know. 

This guide breaks it all down in simple terms, so you don’t accidentally ruin your favorite pair. Keep reading!

• Keep Beats Out of the Sauna: High heat and humidity can permanently damage them.
  
  

• Respect Temperature Limits: Saunas exceed the safe operating range for all Beats models.
  
  

• Don’t Rely on Sweat Resistance: Even water-resistant models aren’t built for steam or extreme heat.
  
  

• Warranty Won’t Help: Apple doesn’t cover heat or moisture damage under standard warranty.
  
  

• Use Safer Alternatives: Enhance your sauna time with oils, skincare, or music outside the heat.

Apple Beats are a line of premium headphones and earbuds developed by Beats Electronics, a brand acquired by Apple in 2014. 

Designed to deliver high-quality audio with deep bass and seamless integration with Apple devices, they use advanced wireless technology and noise cancellation features. 

Originally popularized for their stylish design and strong bass response in music listening, Beats products are now also used for workouts, gaming, and hands-free communication.

Wearing your Beats headphones in the sauna isn’t recommended. According to Apple, Beats wireless earphones should not be used in extremely humid environments, and saunas are both hot and humid. 

Traditional saunas can reach temperatures up to 195°F (90°C), which is far beyond what your headphones are designed to handle. 

According to Apple, while some models like Powerbeats and Beats Fit Pro are sweat and water resistant, they are not waterproof or sweatproof. 

The high heat and moisture in a sauna can easily damage them, so it’s best to leave your Beats outside to stay safe.

According to Apple, you should never wear your Beats headphones in a sauna. Saunas can reach temperatures between 150°F and 195°F (65°C to 90°C), which far exceed the 60°C (140°F) maximum temperature limit recommended for Beats devices. 

High heat and humidity can damage internal components and batteries, potentially causing overheating or failure. 

Moisture from steam or sweat may also corrode electronics. Even in lower-temperature infrared or steam rooms, the environment is too risky. 

To avoid damaging your Beats and ensure safety, always use them in cool, dry settings,never in saunas.

• Choose the Right Sauna: Pick a sauna type that fits your needs, traditional, infrared, steam, or dry, based on your health goals and comfort.
  
  

• Time It Right: Sauna at the right time of day (often after a workout or in the evening), and limit sessions to 15–20 minutes to avoid overexposure.
  
  

• Hydrate Well: Drink water before and after your session to stay hydrated and support detoxification.
  
  

• Prep Your Body: Take a quick shower, remove makeup, and warm up gently before entering to maximize benefits and comfort.
  
  

• Boost the Experience: Use essential oils (like eucalyptus or lavender) and deep breathing to enhance relaxation and open up your lungs.
  
  

• Listen to Your Body: Stop or take a break if you feel dizzy, lightheaded, or uncomfortable at any point during the session.
  
  

• Cool Down & Recover: After your sauna, cool off with a shower or fresh air, then rest and rehydrate to help your body recover.

Beats products are not designed for high-heat or moisture-heavy environments like saunas. Apple clearly advises against using Beats in such conditions. 

While the warranty doesn’t specifically mention saunas, it excludes accidental damage, including heat exposure. 

So, if your Beats get damaged in a sauna, it won’t be covered, you'll have to pay a replacement fee.

Avoid using beets in saunas due to staining, hygiene risks, and potential skin irritation. Safer alternatives include essential oils, herbal infusions, citrus slices, sauna whisks, natural clay masks (used outside steam areas), and sauna-safe skincare products like mists, light oils, or pre-sauna exfoliants.

Beats headphones are not designed to handle water, especially high-pressure or steam, like what you’d experience in the shower. According to Apple, exposing your Beats to water during activities like showering or water sports can cause damage. Plus, the standard warranty doesn’t cover water or steam damage,only accidental damage might be covered with AppleCare, and even then, there’s a fee. So, it’s best to keep your Beats dry and away from the bathroom.

No, you cannot wear Beats in the tanning bed. Just like headphones, phones, smartwatches, and jewelry, they can overheat or get damaged. The heat and UV rays may also harm your skin under them. Always tan without electronics or metal.

No, you cannot wear Beats, AirPods, Bose headphones, or Sony earbuds in the steam room. The heat and moisture can damage the electronics, reduce battery life, and even cause them to stop working. Always keep electronics away from steam.