The Gross Reality of Yoga Mats

As yogis, we spend a lot of time on our mats. These mats go with us to the studio, the park, or wherever else we practice. We sweat on them, we cry on them, we put our feet all over them.

Now, think of all the germs that get on them! How often do you clean your yoga mat?

I'm gonna be completely honest here, I did not always clean my yoga mat regularly. But then I read this eye opening article about how multiple studies found some pretty gross shit on yoga mats. Like Staph, strep, and even yeast. So, now I clean my mat after every. Single. Practice.

I made my own mat spray and I customized it with some essential oils that I like the smell of. I have been using this spray for about a month now, and my mat is doing totally fine in case you're worried about that. (I would highly recommend looking up care instructions for your specific mat though).

DIY Yoga Mat Spray

✨ 3 oz witch hazel

✨ 12 oz distilled water

✨ 4 drops tea tree essential oil

✨ 4 drops lavender essential oil

Pour into a 16 oz spray bottle. Shake and spray on your mat. Wipe with a cloth. Allow mat to dry completely before rolling it up.

Enjoy your nice, clean yoga mat 🫶