If you’re one of the conscious yogis out there, you probably got into the practice while looking to become more flexible, help your back issues or just for overall wellbeing and destress the body. It’s not a piece of news that there are so many health benefits of doing yoga, taking some good time to stretch properly, and of course, using the right yoga mat that will help us practice yoga comfortably without any risk of injury.
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So to make the job easier for you, we’ve found the best yoga mats for low-slip, plenty of support and just the right amount of cushion great for your yoga class, meditation, or stress relief you’re into.
Looking for eco-friendly activewear, too? Head here for our favourite sustainable activewear brands.
1. Valka Yoga
Ethics | Sustainably Sourced, plastic-free, plus a native tree is planted for every order.
Our Pick | Chakra Yoga Mat
Price: $120.00 AUD
Use the discount code “CAVIARFEELING” to get 10% off on all products.
There’s no better option for those hoping to leave a minimal eco-footprint than Valka Yoga Mat, perfect for the environment and your flow. They are made with premium Portuguese cork combined with natural germ and odour resistance that makes it unique — you can now forget about your smelly old yoga mat again —
We love how natural the cork is and the excellent grip it provides. The sustainable cork yoga mat also comes with a carrying strap for your on-the-go needs! Oh, did we mentioned the mindful design? Great for an extra kick of awesomeness and support in your day.
1. LoveEarth Yoga Mat
Ethics | made from natural tree rubber and Jute, fully biodegradable
Our Pick | LovEarth Yoga Mat with bag – Now Includes Anti-Microbial Polygiene
Price Range: $98AUD
No matter where you are in your yoga journey, this beautiful dye-free eco-friendly yoga mat fully biodegradable will be your next ally for your next yoga session. The mat comes with adjustable strap organic cotton carry bag so you don’t have to worry about how to carry it.
The brand is dedicated to making yoga better for you and the earth so that you can send in your old mat and the LovEarth team will happily recycle it for you!
2. 2E ‘Connected’ Yoga Mat
Ethics | natural rubber and jute, 100% eco-friendly and sustainable
Our Pick |2E ‘Connected’ Yoga Mat
Price: $114.95 AUD
Whether you’re new to yoga and want the best support to ‘find your feet’, or whether you’re a seasoned yogi looking to take your practice to new levels, this mat is the one for you. The non-slip eco friendly yoga mat will allow you to push through each pose with confidence and textbook technique plus it comes with a free cotton carry strap that also works perfectly as a stretching aid.
3. Create Flow eco yoga mats australia
Ethics | 100% biodegradable, natural jute and cotton fibres
Our Pick |Mukti Grounded Yoga Mat
Price: $94.95 AUD
Any brand that uses recycled and up-cycled materials get our seal of approval, so create flow made with 100% biodegradable, natural jute and cotton fibers the brand is embodying what it means to be eco — Keep your active practice stable and restorative practice soothing with its supple layer of non-slip natural tree rubber to absorb moisture and soft to the touch to protect joints and ligaments. Anything else? A sleek design that rolls up easily plus when you’ll receive your goodie, unwrap it and then pop your postbag into your compost bin or worm farm.
4. LUVe Yoga
Ethics| biodegradable, recyclable natural tree rubber
Our Pick |LUVe Yoga Microfibre Natural Yoga Mat – Apricot Ice
Price: $90 AUD
LUVe is a commitment to sustainable healthy living—and that belief extends to its eco-friendly offerings. Printed using water-based fade-resistant inks. Latex, silicone, PVC, chlorine, and phthalates free. The ultra-soft, absorbent, and antibacterial surface makes it ideal for most styles of yoga, thanks to its support and cushioning.
5. Yin Cork Yoga Mat Australia
Ethics| eco-friendly with no harsh chemicals, no plastic, no PVC, TPE, and no silicones or phthalates. 100% biodegradable and naturally anti-microbial
Our Pick |Cork Yoga Mat
Price: $125 AUD
For those who want the most sustainable yoga mat, Yin Yoga Mat offers different mat styles and a number of beautiful designs featuring a non-slip recycled surface designed to grip with moisture, bonded to a super dense black natural rubber base to keep you supported during all types of yoga and floor based pilates. Making it the best gift to get for you and your yogi bestie.
6. Yoga Design Lab
Ethics| ecofriendly
Our Pick |3.5mm Combo Mat – Kaleidoscope
Price: $98 AUD
Non-toxic? Recycle? Non-slip? Check, check, and check with Yoga Designs Made from recycled plastic bottle microfibers and natural tree rubber, they are part mat, part towel, and completely non-toxic. The soft texture and non-slip design provide unparalleled wet or dry grip to support and align you beautifully.
7. Yoga Everywhere
Ethics| biodegradable, recyclable
Our Pick |Whitehaven Beach Yoga Mat
Price: $129 AUD
Ideal for Bikram and hot yoga, but also great for yoga, or Pilates this premium yoga mat & towel. Featuring an absorbent microsuede layer on top of a 100% natural tree rubber base plus a stunning aerial photograph of Whitehaven Beach because if you can’t practice at the beach why not feel inspired with a beautiful photo?
8. Bahe yoga
Ethics|eco-friendly and natural rubber
Our Pick |Synergy Mat Regular 3.5MM
Price: $89.99AUD
Inspire mindful movements to enhance everyone’s performance, this beautiful mat is made to help to keep moisture out and preventing bacteria growth plus it helps to eliminate odours as well as boasting an environmentally friendly construction — Ideal for hot yoga / Hatha / yin.
9. Liforme
Ethics|PVC free, biodegradable
Our Pick |Yoga Mat Original
Price: $189 AUD
An innovative way to practice yoga thanks to its patented alignment system intelligently designed to guide and align Yogis that want to achieve perfection. Also, the mat is longer, wider, and thicker, giving Yogis the space they crave, with perfect balance between firm stability and comfortable cushioning whilst staying lightweight plus it has a revolutionary grip where you can benefit from the ground-breaking Liforme “GripForMe” material that gives unparalleled warrior-like grip whilst practising.
10.DAWAY
Ethics| Eco-friendly, nontoxic, no harmful smell, no PVC, latex, and other toxic chemicals
Our Pick |TPE Yoga Mat
Price: $42.99AUD
A professional yoga mat that helps you focus and adjust your hands and feet to the accurate position, keep the body in proper alignment. The special laser engraving texture makes the exercise mat grip ground more firmly, which means you can get all hot and sweaty without having to worry about slipping—perfect for when you can finally get back to your hot yoga classes.
GENERAL FAQ’S
What is the thickness for a yoga mat?
1/4-inch mat is considered pretty thick and it’s great for back support during your yoga o pilates session. If you prefer a medium, go for the standard yoga mat labeled 1/8-inch thick.
What is the best yoga mat on the market?
Our sustainable picks:
- Valka Yoga
- LoveEarth Yoga Mat
- 2E ‘Connected’ Yoga Mat
- Create Flow
- LUVe Yoga
- Yin Cork Yoga Mat
- Yoga Design Lab
- Yoga Everywhere
- Bahe yoga
- Liforme
How much should I spend on a yoga mat?
A good price range is anywhere from $50 to $120 AUD.
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