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Did you know that cork is naturally antibacterial and antimicrobial? Studies have shown that your average gym yoga mat can contain more germs and bacteria than a toilet seat yuck! Studies have also shown that after being on cork for 90 minutes, bacteria significantly reduced by 96.93% - making cork the most hygienic option, providing a clean and healthy surface for your practise. Cork is also impermeable to sweat so it won’t absorb bad smells (phew!) Thanks to the natural antimicrobial and antibacterial qualities of cork, keeping your mat clean is a lot easier than a regular yoga mat. This low maintenance, self-cleaning benefit means that the typical mat cleaning process isn't necessary. In fact, over-cleaning or using abrasive products will wear...

Have you put much thought into the type of yoga/pilates mat that you practise on? I must confess that I used to select my yoga mats based on whichever I found to be most aesthetically pleasing.  It was only when I started researching sustainability and eco-friendly yoga apparel that I realised most mats are made from highly toxic and chemically heavy PVC!  If you’re wondering whether a cork yoga mat is right for you, read on and discover the benefits for yourself: Antibacterial – cork is naturally anti-bacterial, making it the most hygienic option providing a clean and healthy surface for your practise. Studies have shown that your average gym yoga mat can contain more germs and bacteria than a...