Keep your yoga mat clean and germ free.
How to make yoga mat cleaner.
Yoga mat spray cleaner.
Check out this great diy below for making your own yoga mat cleaner with essentials oils.
It s also an aromatic that improves your physical and emotional well being.
Cup distilled water.
To wash your yoga mat start by creating a solution of warm water and mild detergent in your bath.
Spray liberally on your yoga mat immediately after you finish your practice.
Cup alcohol free witch hazel or white vinegar.
This spray is more than just a cleaner.
As yoga grows in popularity studios are popping up everywhere offering classes from yoga with weights and hot yoga to the historically traditional ashtanga iyengar and yin with more yoga comes more yoga accessories including tons of mats if you ve ever taken a yoga class you know that an hour of sun salutes means a boatload of sweat landing right on your mat.
Made from simple and natural ingredients like witch hazel essential oils and water this yoga mat cleaner is a no brainer for any yogis looking to clean their mats regularly.
One of the best ways to clean it is by creating an easy diy yoga mat cleaner.
Also really great as a room freshener.
Make sure to clean both sides of your yoga mat and let the solution set on it long enough for the mat to air dry or for however long the maker of your spray suggests before cleaning it.
You can of course buy a yoga cleaning solution at your yoga studio or online but at 10 to 20 a bottle i think i ll stick with this option.
After the mat has soaked wash both sides of it with a soft cloth.
Just make sure you do a test patch first as some mats can react to your oils and it can ruin it.
Before doing hot yoga i never really thought about cleaning my yoga mat or to even look up the best way to clean a mat.
This is a simple homemade yoga mat cleaner that uses natural ingredients.
Flip the mat over and repeat on the other side.
Then wipe down your mat with a damp cloth.
Finish by draining the water and rinsing your mat in clean water.
This diy yoga mat cleaner spray takes less than five minutes to make and can easily fit inside your yoga bag.
Shake the yoga mat cleaner and spray your entire mat.
Repeat this process each time you use your mat for a clean and fresh mat that is free of ick.
Next soak the mat in the solution for a few minutes to dislodge dirt.
A little goes a long way with this fun at home recipe.
Repeat on the other side and allow your mat to dry for 5 10 minutes before rolling it up for storage.
My favorite homemade yoga mat spray recipe.
Yoga mats can be a breeding ground for bacteria so keep yours clean with this diy yoga mat spray.
This bottle of love also makes a great gift.
Wipe the mat down with a clean cloth or towel.
Use on your pillow or even in la toilette.