Yoga Mat Collection

5 Critical Criteria for Choosing a Yoga Mat

Choosing the right yoga mat is vital for keeping your practice sustainable. Consider these 5 factors when making your choice:

1. Grip: Especially in dynamic flows like Vinyasa or Ashtanga, choose high-grip surfaces (polyurethane or natural rubber) so your hands don't slip.
2. Cushioning and Thickness: If you have sensitive knees and wrists, mats between 4mm and 6mm are ideal. For balance-focused practices, thinner models between 1.5mm - 3mm are recommended.
3. Material: Since the mat is in direct contact with your skin, it's important for both your health and nature that it's PVC-free, non-toxic and ideally made from sustainable sources.
4. Your Yoga Style: For restorative yoga, softness comes first, while for Power Yoga, durability and sweat absorption are critical.
5. Portability: If you'll be carrying your mat to the studio all the time, choose models that weigh in the 1-2 kg range.

Closed-Cell vs. Open-Cell: Which Should You Choose?

Yoga mats are divided into two types based on their surface structure, and this choice is critical for hygiene. Closed-cell mats don't trap sweat and moisture inside; this prevents bacteria buildup and makes them much more durable. Open-cell mats, on the other hand, absorb sweat to provide maximum grip even when wet. You can choose the structure that suits you best based on how much you sweat and your hygiene priorities.