Purify Infrared Sauna
Mary Warren is the founder and owner of Purify Infrared Sauna, with two locations in Richmond and Short Pump.
Purify offers the highest quality infrared saunas in a relaxing and private environment. Their saunas use infrared light to heat the body directly, raising internal body temperature in order to trigger sweating and alleviate the body of environmental chemicals and toxins. Unlike a traditional sauna that can only heat the external air around you, infrared penetrates the body. This allows for many more benefits, including detoxification, relief of joint and muscle pain, lowered blood pressure, improved circulation, relaxation, better sleep and much more! While sauna use is not typically recommended during pregnancy, it is an excellent way to prepare your body for conception and for recovery during postpartum.
Mary graduated from Virginia Tech, and after college developed a growing interest and love for everything health and wellness. After beginning to pursue a secondary degree in nutrition, she discovered the infrared sauna during a trip to California. The obsession was immediate, and she was intrigued by all the research and testimonials from people who were benefiting immensely from them. Many people already loved saunas, but didn’t have easy access to one, or disliked the typical sauna environment at their gym. She saw a market for this in RVA, and believed everyone could benefit from the service -- those with chronic pain or illnesses, sauna lovers seeking a more private or serene atmosphere, and anyone looking for overall relaxation and stress relief. So, with zero prior business experience, she made it happen!
Mary currently resides in Henrico with her husband, Taylor. Their daughter was born in 2024 and is an ABB baby with Melanie Russell and Sarah Cole as their doulas!