HOW TO CLEAN A LULULEMON YOGA MAT…(AND WHY)

LULULEMON YOGA MATS AND TIGER SKINS HAVE SOME THINGS IN COMMON…

1. They offer stability, which means that they won’t be sliding out from under you while you’re in your warrior pose.

LULULEMON YOGA MATS AND TIGER SKINS HAVE SOME THINGS IN COMMON…

2. Lulelemon makes a reversible mat, with one side being softer and the other side being grippier. This is helpful with a diverse practice:

THE YOGA MAT DEFINES YOUR SPACE IN CLASS AND HOME PRACTICE.

For some people yoga is a physical expression of spirituality. In this school of thought, bathing prior to practice in lukewarm water is part of preparation.

YOGA MATS CAN HARBOR BACTERIA.

Uncleaned yoga mats can be a hotbed for bacteria. When we sweat on our mats and then roll them up, they become a breeding opportunity for fungi, viruses, and bacteria.

QUICK WIPE DOWN:

If you’ve been practicing at home, you may just want to give your mat a quick once over. -Wipe both sides of your mat using a damp cloth and then either pat or hang dry.

DEEP SOAK:

On a day that you have a bit more time on your hands, give your mat a bath.

DIY LEMON SCRUB:

Baking soda and lemon are as regal as king dancer pose when it comes to deodorizing and brightening surfaces. These agents are inexpensive, natural, and non-toxic. Baking soda is a wonderful deodorizer and excellent for lifting dirt and gunk. The lemon is a natural antibacterial cleaner with an uplifting scent.

YOGA MAT NO-NO’S

You will notice that all of the methods suggest drying your yoga mat either in the shade or away from direct sunshine. This is because your Lulelemon mat is made of about 60% natural rubber. Direct UV light can damage the surface of your mat, causing it to become less grippy, more porous, or even discolored.