{"product_id":"harvia-sauna-scent-peppermint-400-ml-copy","title":"Harvia Sauna Scent - TAR (Traditional Finnish Scent) 400 ml","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--headingLg Polaris-Text--semibold Polaris-Text--base\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003eHarvia Sauna Scent - TAR (Traditional Finnish Scent)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvia sauna scents are safe to add directly to your sauna water\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTar is a traditional Finnish sauna scent. Tar has been used as a scent throughout the ages especially in Finnish skin care products, and has a strong position as a traditional fragrance. Harvia tar scent combines aged mysticism with the soft scent of Finnish smoke sauna, which brings an authentic sauna atmosphere and sensual fragrance to the home sauna bather. Mix your sauna water with the sauna scent of your dreams. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClose your eyes. Immerse yourself in the heat and the fragrance wafting through your sauna.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy are Harvia sauna scents are safe to add directly to water?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. They are water-soluble concentrates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHarvia scents are designed to fully dissolve in water. Unlike pure essential oils, they don’t float, separate, or concentrate in one spot. This ensures:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven scent distribution\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo oily residue on stones or heater elements\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReduced risk of flare-ups or damage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. They are diluted before reaching the stones\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe scent is mixed into a ladle of water first, then poured over the hot stones. This dilution step is key:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrevents direct contact between concentrated fragrance and extreme heat\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllows the aroma to vaporize gently with the steam (löyly)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoids harsh or overwhelming scent release\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. They are formulated for high heat environments\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHarvia develops these scents specifically for sauna conditions, meaning they are stable at:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery high temperatures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRapid evaporation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRepeated heating cycles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is very different from household fragrances or essential oils, which can degrade, burn, or release unpleasant compounds under sauna heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. They protect sauna materials and heaters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBecause they’re water-based and non-oily:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey don’t clog or coat heating elements\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey won’t damage stones, wood, or metal components\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey help maintain long-term sauna performance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5. They follow sauna industry safety standards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHarvia is a long-established Finnish sauna manufacturer, and their scent products are developed in line with European sauna safety and usage standards, ensuring they’re appropriate for both home and commercial saunas.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HARVIA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47600669688053,"sku":"SAC25025","price":29.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2790\/5062\/files\/Harvia-Sauna-Scent-TAR-_Traditional-Finnish-Scent_-400-ml-Backcountry-Recreation-18229685.jpg?v=1770677990","url":"https:\/\/www.backcountryrecreation.com\/products\/harvia-sauna-scent-peppermint-400-ml-copy","provider":"Backcountry Recreation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}