Organic Yoga Mats
Yogis everywhere are becoming more conscious of their environmental footprint, as well as the harmful effects that toxins and chemicals have on their bodies.
There are so many yoga mats out there that claim to be green, eco-friendly, and safer. Still, they are not completely toxic-free, because made still with petroleum materials.
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PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride),
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TPE (Thermoplastic Elastomer)
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PER (Polymer Environmental Resin).
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Phthalate-free
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Silicone-free
Conventional Yoga Mats
❌PVC Yoga Mat: the majority of the yoga mat on the market are made with PVC, polyvinyl chloride, or "vinyl" that is #3 plastic resin code. They are made from petroleum, they contain heavy metals, paraffin wax, plasticizers, phthalates. Vinyl chloride – the main ingredient in PVC – is a human carcinogen. PVC is not biodegradable. Exposure comes form inhalation and skin contact.
Greenwashing Yoga Mats
Even if they claim phthalate-free, lead-free, BPA-free, or 6P Free: Free of DEHP, DBP, BBP, DINP, DIDP, and DNOP phthalates, they could still contain PVC. Yoga mat brands should label their products with accurate, clear information about composition. "Environmentally friendly" claims should not be attached to PVC.
❌ PU Yoga Mat: PU leather, or polyurethane leather, is an artificial leather made of thermoplastic polymer
Brands: Gaiam yoga mats and Alo Yoga Mat
❌TPE Yoga Mat: This PVC-free alternative is greenwashing. Thermoplastic elastomers TPE is a blend of undisclosed synthetic materials that have not been proven safe: a mix of polymers, such as rubber and plastic. TPE is not biodegradable.
Brands: ThinkSport yoga mats
❌PER Yoga Mat: Made of PVC plus other unspecified additives.
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Yoga mats labeled PER, Polymer Environmental Resin, were made of PVC (vinyl), a material that is harmful to our environment, particularly during production and disposal.
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It can biodegrade, however, biodegradable plastics are also under the same category of plastics that break down into extremely small particles that aren't organic, but in fact small pieces of plastic.... Creating plastic that's impossible to clean up, polluting the soil and water.
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The apparent manufacturer of PER, Lan Song Industrial LLC, makes a number of claims about the material.
Brands: Gaiam yoga mats
❌ Synthetic rubber: made of petroleum-based materials including 1,3-butadiene, a human carcinogen.
Better Yoga Mats
Natural rubber: Even though it is safer than synthetic rubber, Natural rubber still smells of chemicals.
Even though they are made from rubber trees, they are involved in vulcanizing agents and chemical additives, during the manufacturing process. Those agents and additives are unknown.
Natural rubber also contains nitrosamines. Two natural rubber yoga mats contained carcinogenic nitrosamines according to In 2015 German magazine published a test.
Brands: Jade’s sustainable yoga mats: mats contain both natural and man-made components, and the precise components are proprietary.
Bamboo Yoga Mats: It isn't a natural or chemical-free yoga mat. To transform hard bamboo lumber (we love bamboo plants for making furniture, etc..) into a soft pulpy fiber, many acids and chemicals are used. The FDA has ruled that a manufacturer cannot use bamboo fiber as a label; instead, they are required to label such products as "manmade rayon fiber from the bamboo plant." Just as white sugar bears very little resemblance to the sugar cane plant, so does the so-called bamboo yoga mat bear any resemblance to the bamboo plant.
Conventional Cotton Yoga Mat: they are made with cotton grown with chemical fertilizers and pesticides and hence aren't a good choice for yogis who are concerned about their health, safety, and impact on the environment. Conventional cotton yoga mats often have many added chemical treatments during the production process as well.
Brand: Yogasana cotton natural yoga mat
If you already own a PVC, TPE, PER yoga mat or chemical-treated cotton yoga mat replace them with a safer option.
Here is what you want to look for: a yoga mat made with truly natural materials yoga, latex-free, phthalate-free, silicone-free, and toxin-free.
Best Options Yoga Mats
Here you will find the most natural, non-toxic, sustainable, and eco-friendly yoga mats.
made with No chemicals, GMO, pesticides, formaldehyde, synthetics, and dioxin. Synthetic rubber-free, PVC. Latex-Free. 6P Free: Free of DEHP, DBP, BBP, DINP, DIDP, and DNOP phthalates.
Only approved organic yoga mats that meet my criteria: made from 100% natural fiber materials, such as organic cotton, natural cork, and natural rubber.
💚Organic Cotton Yoga Mat: When it comes to your yoga practice, go sustainable. Although a few premium mats may use organic cotton, on this page you will find the only GOTS-certified organic mats brand on the market. Made entirely from organic cotton and natural latex.
💚 Natural Cork Yoga Mat: All-natural, non-toxic, cork is eco-friendly, lightweight, and durable. Cork is anti-microbial, so there is no need to worry about germs, mold, or mildew forming and no need to clean regularly, the cork sanitizes itself naturally. The closed-cell construction seals out germs, odor, and bacteria, making it the ideal surface for your yoga practice. This yoga mat is sustainable, biodegradable, and sturdy. The brand listed below uses Cork made from the bark of oak trees grown in Portugal that lives up to 300 years! Importantly, it is sustainably re-harvested from the same tree every 9 years.
💚Jute Yoga Mats They have been in use in India side by side with cotton and hemp yoga mats. When made naturally, jute yoga mats are safe to use. About jute: Jute is a natural vegetable plant that takes only 45 months to grow to maturity, making it a sustainable resource. Jute cleans the air by consuming carbon dioxide, and the leaves are a natural soil conditioner. It's clearly a smart and naturally beautiful choice for a cleaner and safer environment. Hemp and organic cotton absorb moisture better than jute, which has a natural sheen on them, so many people prefer organic cotton and hemp yoga mats for a less slippery, more pleasant yoga practice. Many Conventional or greenwashing Jute Yoga Mats are mixed with less natural materials.
On this page, I listed the most eco-friendly yoga mats on the market!
The number one choice is the GOTS Certified Organic Yoga Mat, the first listed below.
Since we are all working out more at home we are more in control of the equipment we are choosing to use. this is importing use to exercise to a better environment with products that we know how they are made of
On this page, you will find the Best Organic and Eco-Friendly Home Gym equipment for a non-toxic workout environment. For an all Organic home gym without the California proposition 65 warning check these pages:
Brentwood Home Organic Non-Slip Yoga Mats
This is my favorite and my number one recommendation for a truly organic, odor-free, toxic-free yoga mat, for the best yoga experience!
One of the world's only GOTS® certified organic yoga mats. Made from 100% organic certified cotton with a non-slip base of 100% natural latex for grip. 5mm thick. Super comfy, absorbent, foldable, sustainable, washable, non-toxic, and biodegradable. Also great for hot yoga, the tall yogi, and the traveler. Pair it with their Organic Yoga Cushion Set.
✅ 100% GOTS organic certified cotton
✅ GREENGUARD Gold certified
✅ Formaldehyde-Free certified
✅ Rainforest Alliance certified
✅ FSC® Certified
Made In Los Angeles, California in a GOTS certified California factory, which we power entirely with renewable energy, is on its way toward a Zero-Waste certification.
This yoga mat is a completely natural product that is completely recyclable and biodegradable.
MATERIAL: 100% GOTS organic certified cotton, 100% GOTS, and FSC®-certified natural Dunlop latex, made from real rubber trees, for the anti-skid bottom, made from real rubber trees, for the anti-skid bottom.
Oko Living GOTS Certified Organic Yoga Rug
💚 This is another amazing and rare truly and fully GOTS Certified organic Yoga Mat. Considered the world's most natural yoga mat.
This is my fav Yoga Rug.
They are the original yoga tool, used for hundreds of years in India most of us here have never used one. This one has been innovated to be non-slip, non-skid, and extra cushy so it's unlike any other yoga rug.
Oko Living mats are hand-loomed with GOTS-certified cotton and plant dyed using an ancient process that preserves the bioactive medicinal qualities of the plants.
🌿Ayurvedic Medicinal Plant Dyes: 20 Skin Soothing Herbs (Iike Turmeric, Neem, and Holy Basil) Skin Soothing & Stress Reducing Herbal Properties
Feel and see the difference while experiencing your strength, balance, and wellness soar on one of the safest, most organic, eco-friendly, ethically made, and most beautiful made mats. making it even more precious.
✅ 100% GOTS Certified Organic Cotton
✅ Hand-loomed & Plant Dyed
✅ Toxin free
✅ 100% Biodegradable and Eco-Friendly
✅ Zero Plastic Packaging
✅ FREE Carry case + Wildcrafted soap nut laundry detergent.
MATERIAL: 100% GOTS organic certified cotton
Scoria Natural Cork Yoga Mat Traveler
💚 Cork is anti-microbial, so there is no need to worry about germs, mold or mildew forming and no need to clean regularly, the cork sanitizes itself naturally.
The cork grains are bonded by light, water based eco adhesives to a natural base cloth under high temperature between natural rubber and cork. They use high temperature to make use of the already sticky quality of the natural latex in the rubber. No harsh or unsafe glues are used.
💚This package includes one 2mm Travel Essential Cork Yoga Mat with a mat carry strap, one pack of Breathe Grip & Uplift Sprays, and one set of Cork Massage Balls.
1. Travel Essentials Cork Yoga Mat (The mat also includes a carry strap)
2. Pack of Breathe & Uplift Grip Sprays to enjoy a grounding and energizing mist for meditation anywhere
3. Set of Cork Massage Balls for muscle recovery
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ultra-grip with sweat, lose the towel
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naturally, anti-microbial cork surface eliminating odor
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sustainably harvested
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perfect for hot yoga, gentle yoga, meditation, stretching
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for a non-toxic home or practice
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Spray with water to activate sweat-grip in cold practices until the body is warm.
💚After practice, lay the mat flat to air dry. If there are dirt or body oils, wipe the mat down with a wet soft cloth with warm water. Every once in a while you can use mild soap with water before stains settle. And please DO NOT put your Scoria yoga mat in the washing machine.
MATERIAL: cork backed by natural tree rubber, water-based non-toxic inks safe for the skin and breathing.
NOTE: It has a light smell
Scoria Natural Cork Yoga Mat Traveler
💚 Cork is anti-microbial, so there is no need to worry about germs, mold or mildew forming and no need to clean regularly, the cork sanitizes itself naturally.
The cork grains are bonded by light, water based eco adhesives to a natural base cloth under high temperature between natural rubber and cork. They use high temperature to make use of the already sticky quality of the natural latex in the rubber. No harsh or unsafe glues are used.
💚The cork mat that's made for your non-stop travel adventures! It's lightweight so you can speed into the woods effortlessly. The Scoria Cork mat delivers supreme traction when sweating with no slip.
FEATURES: Comes with Scoria's mat carry strap
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Backed by natural tree rubber unlike other mats with synthetic TPE/PVC
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ultra-grip with sweat, lose the towel
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naturally anti-microbial cork surface eliminating odor
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sustainably harvested
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perfect for hot yoga, gentle yoga, meditation, stretching
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for a non-toxic home or practice
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Spray with water to activate sweat-grip in cold practices until body is warm.
SPECS: 72" x 24" | 1.9 kg
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thickness: 2mm (ultra-thin)
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plastic free packaging
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100% natural cork and rubber
💚After practice, lay the mat flat to air dry. If there is dirt or body oils, wipe the mat down with a wet soft cloth with warm water. Every once in a while you can use mild soap with water before stains settle. And please DO NOT put your Scoria yoga mat in the washing machine.
MATERIAL: cork and backed by natural tree rubber, water-based non-toxic inks safe for the skin and breathing.
Rawganique Nirvana 100% Organic Cotton Yoga Mat Bag
💚 Nirvana 100% Organic Cotton Yoga Mat Bag is pure, practical, and sustainable. We make our organic cotton yoga mat carrier bag in-house at the Rawganique Atelier from start to finish. We weave 100% organic cotton yarns into a soft organic cotton twill fabric, then cut and sew it into an organic cotton yoga mat bag that you will love using day after day. No chemicals, no GMO, no pesticides, no formaldehyde, no synthetics, no dioxin.
💚Most yoga mats will fit just fine into this 100% certified organic yoga mat bag. The bag measures 31" long with 7" diamater.
Nirvana Organic Cotton Yoga Mat Bag features a handy zippered pocket for your yoga accessories: this zippered organic cotton pocket measures 7" across by 6" high. Metal zippers. The organic cotton strap can be used to sling the organic cotton yoga mat bag over your shoulder or simply as a carry handle. Made at the Rawganique Atelier in Europe from start to finish. Sweatshop-free.
💚This organic cotton yoga mat bag will comfortably fill a natural rubber yoga mat in addition to our hemp or organic cotton yoga mat.
MATERIAL: 100% certified organic yoga mat bag.
Rawganique Prana Organic Hemp Cotton Yoga Mat (PVC-Free)
💚Organic cotton (with organic hemp) yoga mat, double-sided. Made in-house in Europe. Sweatshop-free. Chemical-free. Not sticky: great as a topper or standalone yoga mat. PVC-free.
💚organic cotton yoga mat is sweatshop-free, unbleached & undyed, pesticide-free, GMO-free, dioxin-free, and formaldehyde-free. Our totally natural yoga mat is completely safe to you. When used as a liner on top of a sticky yoga mat (like our natural rubber yoga mat), the organic cotton yoga mat protects your skin from contact with rubber and also keeps the scents of natural rubber from you.
💚This unique earth-friendly organic hemp - cotton yoga mat is washable: machine wash in warm water (mild biodegradable detergent, gentle cycle). Hang to dry. Tumble dry on gentle cycle; remove promptly. Steam iron at cotton setting. Best to wash separately from other garments.
MATERIAL: 100% natural fiber materials, organic cotton - cannabis hemp eco-friendly PVC-free non-toxic yoga
Jade Yoga Organic Cotton Mysore Yoga Rugs
💚Jade's organic cotton Mysore yoga rugs are perfect for all kinds of yoga classes, including Ashtanga, outdoor classes, and beach yoga.
They are made with organic cotton and all-natural vegetable dyes made from herbs such as indigo, cumin, and turmeric.
💚 The herbal dyes are specially made in small batches in order to get the most color and benefits from the herbs. Using a rug can allow you to feel closer to the traditional roots of yoga.
These rugs are handwoven by rural artisans in India, preserving a tradition and art form and providing a livelihood for weavers. Weaving is a traditional way of life for many people in this area of India and has seen a huge decline in recent years as it can be very difficult to make a living with weaving and many people have left in search of other jobs. These rugs support the traditional weavers and allow them to use their skills to support their families.
MATERIAL: organic cotton and all-natural vegetable dye
Kora Organics YOGA MAT
🌿Kora Organics makes certified organic skincare, my favorite is ROSE QUARTZ LUMINIZER, created by Miranda Kerr here is her natural yoga mat.
The exclusive KORA x Sunchild Yogi Yoga Mats are designed with only the best interests at heart—the mats are made from 100% natural rubber with a beautiful, soft microfiber suede top to deliver ultimate softness as well as a supreme grip.
The microfiber suede uses enhanced grip technology which means the wetter it gets or the more you sweat, the better the grip gets!
The mats are also ultra-durable and machine washable*(please see directions for full care instructions).
🌿100% natural tree rubber base with microsuede top.
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Eco-friendly, biodegradable, and recyclable.
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Free of PVC, latex, silicone, phthalates, chlorine, odor, or nasties.
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Ultra-durable and machine washable* (please see directions for full care instructions).
MATERIAL: 100% natural tree rubber base with microsuede top
Scoria Natural Cork Yoga Mat
💚 Cork is anti-microbial, so there is no need to worry about germs, mold or mildew forming and no need to clean regularly, the cork sanitizes itself naturally.
The cork grains are bonded by light, water based eco adhesives to a natural base cloth under high temperature between natural rubber and cork. We use high temperature to make use of the already sticky quality of the natural latex in the rubber. No harsh or unsafe glues are used.
💚Use symbols in the art prints as alignment cues for balancing and aligning your postures. The circles in the middle act as a centre line, and the leaves on top and bottom can be used for hand and feet placement in downward dog.
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ultra-grip with sweat, lose the towel
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naturally anti-microbial cork surface eliminating odor
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sustainably harvested
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perfect for hot yoga, gentle yoga, meditation, stretching
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for a non-toxic home or practice
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Spray with water to activate sweat-grip in cold practices until body is warm.
💚After practice, lay the mat flat to air dry. If there is dirt or body oils, wipe the mat down with a wet soft cloth with warm water. Every once in a while you can use mild soap with water before stains settle. And please DO NOT put your Scoria yoga mat in the washing machine.
MATERIAL: cork and backed by natural tree rubber, water-based non-toxic inks safe for the skin and breathing.
NOTE: It smells a little bit at the beginning.
Brentwood Home Organic Non-Slip Yoga Mats
This is my favorite and my number one recommendation for a truly organic, odor-free, toxic-free yoga mat, for the best yoga experience!
Before using this yoga mat, I was using another natural brand made with cork and natural rubber. I tried it since another organic blogger was recommending it! I was surprised to smell something funny from the rubber layer!
Decided to find something better and finally found the only GOTS certified organic yoga mat on the market made entirely from organic cotton and natural latex. And no fumes! Yayyy!!
Materials: 100% GOTS organic certified cotton (CU861640), 100% GOTS, and FSC®-certified natural Dunlop latex. No polyurethane foam, PVC, PER, TPE, EVA, synthetic rubbers, or adhesives.
It is beautifully made and feels so comfortable and safer on my skin that I don’t need a towel to protect me, plus you can machine or hand wash in lukewarm or cold water.
✅ 100% GOTS organic certified cotton
✅ GREENGUARD Gold certified
✅ Formaldehyde-Free certified
✅ Rainforest Alliance certified
✅ FSC® Certified
This is the best, most natural yoga mat I have tried!
MATERIAL: 100% GOTS organic certified cotton, 100% GOTS, and FSC®-certified natural Dunlop latex, made from real rubber trees, for the anti-skid bottom.
Tiradia Cork Eco-Friendly Yoga Mat
🌿 Designed for any yogi! Cork yoga mats are known for their excellent grip. Cork is a naturally antimicrobial surface so it will not hold onto bacteria or odors the way that other yoga mats will. Cork is also naturally sourced and hypoallergenic.
🌿Cork is vegan, hypoallergenic, antimicrobial, waterproof, lightweight, durable, biodegradable, and recyclable.
Since cork is a natural material, each product may have slight color, texture, or grain variation.
✨ Tiradia creates eco-conscious and mindful vegan accessories using cork, one of Portugal’s most treasured sustainable materials. Tiradia’s connection to cork runs deep. Co-founder Joana’s family has produced cork products for Portugal wineries since the 1920s, an endeavor passed down through the generations.
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vegan, hypoallergenic, antimicrobial, waterproof, lightweight, durable, biodegradable and recyclable
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Handmade in Portugal from sustainably sourced cork, ethically produced, PETA approved vegan, cruelty free and eco-friendly
MATERIAL: Made of natural cork, Handcrafted in Aveiro, Portugal
Gaiam Organic Yoga Mat Wash
💚Give your mat a squeaky-clean cleanse after a sweaty practice.
Super Yoga Mat Wash won't damage your mat's fibers or remove its stickiness. It contains organic essential oils with proven antiseptic, antibacterial, and moisturizing properties to kill germs and odor and keep your mat as refreshed as you feel after practice.
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All Natural, organic oils
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The gentle solution won't damage your mat
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Easily removes sweat, dirt, and more
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Made in the USA
💚Compatibility Ideal for use on PVC, NBR, and vinyl yoga mats. Not compatible with natural rubber mats.
INGREDIENTS: Purified water, organic coconut oil, Potassium Hydroxide – KOH, (lye), organic olive oil, Lemongrass oil, organic jojoba oil, cedarwood oil, lavender oil, rosemary extract, tea tree oil, eucalyptus oil, organic aloe vera.
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JadeYoga Natural Yoga Mat Cleaner
💚 Jade's best yoga mat cleaner is made especially for natural rubber yoga mats and contains white thyme, oregano, and eucalyptus essential oils which not only clean your mat but contain anti-oxidants that help extend the life of your mat.
💚 Not only will Jade's mat wash clean and protect your natural rubber yoga mat, but Jade yoga mat cleaner is also made in the US with plant-based ingredients, has a fresh natural scent, and through our partnership with Clean the World, we will provide a bar of soap to a person in need with the purchase of each bottle of mat wash.
INGREDIENTS: Water, trisodium citrate (derived from citrus), vegetable-based surfactant, white thyme, oregano, and eucalyptus oils (antioxidant-rich essential oils) & citrus oil-based emulsion.
❌ Not Recommended Brand
All gaiam Yoga Mats are toxic or controverisals:
They are either made with PVC or other toxic materials plus thaey are not biodegradable.
PVC: toxic
JUTE: Jute and PER: is PVC is produced from PVC and other materials
CORK: Cork and TPE: a mix of undisclosed syhnthetics material.
RUBBER: the best of their options, but it still rmains controversial since natural rubber may contains nitrosamines, but only a lab test can confirm that. Also, natural rubber normally smells of chemicals.
❌ Not Recommended Brand
Barefoot Yoga Mat This Eco-Friendly Yoga mat is made from Jute and PER: produced from PVC and other materials
Not recommended
MATERIAL: Jute and PER (Polymer Environmental Resin)
❌ Not Recommended
I still recommend this brand as an alternative to conventional yoga mats and for other yoga products. I just wish they had a PER replacement
MATERIAL: Jute and PER.
❌ Not Recommended Brand
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Top layer: 100% polyurethane leather
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Bottom: 100% rubber
Polyurethane leather: PU leather, or polyurethane leather, is an artificial leather made of thermoplastic polymer used for making furniture or shoes. 100% PU leather is completely artificial,
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Can smell of chemicals or plastic.
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plastics don’t decompose
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it is not biodegradable
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PU leather will be something you will want to avoid.
