Most yoga mats are made from polyvinyl chloride, also known as PVC which makes them a good choice because of its non-stick qualities, but it’s a bad choice because as it’s full of toxic chemicals including phthalates, lead and cadmium. Not only are you breathing in chemicals but these mats are also none recycle-able but alternatives are available. Here are some of the best eco-friendly and sustainable yoga mats for your practice that can also be recycled when you’re finished with them.
With two levels of unrivalled grip to ensure you don’t slip, this eco-friendly yoga mat is biodegradable, so kinder to the environment and your practice. Made with no latex, rubber or PVC ensures this mat is sensitive to those with allergies.
With two levels of unrivalled grip to ensure you don’t slip, this eco-friendly yoga mat is biodegradable, so kinder to the environment and your practice. Made with no latex, rubber or PVC ensures this mat is sensitive to those with allergies.
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The eko® yoga mat from Manduka has been developed by yogis over 4 years. It provides a naturally grippy surface that catches if you start to slip. Eco-friendly and made of natural materials, this non-Amazon harvested tree rubber mat firmly supports both your practice and our planet.
The eko® yoga mat from Manduka has been developed by yogis over 4 years. It provides a naturally grippy surface that catches if you start to slip. Eco-friendly and made of natural materials, this non-Amazon harvested tree rubber mat firmly supports both your practice and our planet.
The reversible Performance TPE Mat from Gaiam has a two-tone wood cut-inspired pattern on one side and a plain pink on the other side. With rounded edges for extra curb appeal, 6mm thickness for long-lasting comfort and a closed-cell design to seal out germs and odors. In the unlikely event you replace it, you can feel good knowing it’s both biodegradable and recyclable.
This lotus print yoga mat from Australian based yogi peace club is made from natural tree rubber with a printed micro fibre top. The micro fibre top layer acts as absorbent towel making it ideal for all forms of yoga. Each mat comes with a carry case and incense to boost your practice.
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This lotus print yoga mat from Australian based yogi peace club is made from natural tree rubber with a printed micro fibre top. The micro fibre top layer acts as absorbent towel making it ideal for all forms of yoga. Each mat comes with a carry case and incense to boost your practice.
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Designed to get gripper the more you sweat or the hotter it gets. This premium non slip mat with built in towel is created from biodegradable, 100% PVC free natural tree rubber and the microfiber top layer is printed in a non-toxic water based colours. Only available in the US & Canada.
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Designed to get gripper the more you sweat or the hotter it gets. This premium non slip mat with built in towel is created from biodegradable, 100% PVC free natural tree rubber and the microfiber top layer is printed in a non-toxic water based colours. Only available in the US & Canada.
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