The question should I use a sauna or steam room first often comes up for people who have access to both. Starting with a sauna can help raise your core temperature and promote deep sweating, while following with a steam room can rehydrate the skin and airways. Others prefer beginning with steam to gently warm the body before moving to dry heat. There is no single correct order, but listening to your body is essential. Proper hydration before and after each session is key to maximizing benefits.