Freshen up your yoga mat with this all-natural herbal yoga mat cleaner, made with some of our favorite aromatic herbs.

Keep your yoga mat smelling clean and fresh with this all natural yoga mat cleaner, which also doubles as an all purpose cleaning spray; perfect for infusing the scent of relaxing, aromatic herbs into your kitchen or bathroom.

This recipe uses a blend of Rosemary, Sage, Eucalyptus and Thyme, but feel free to use a blend of your favorite herbs! A few suggestions:

 

  • Lavender and Mint

  • Cinnamon and Clove

  • Lemon Balm and Basil

 

DIY All Natural Herbal Yoga Mat Cleaner

 

What You’ll Need

Makes 1 serving

1 Clean, empty spray bottle

3 parts distilled water*

1 part white vinegar or witch hazel*

(*The exact amount of each will depend on the size of your spray bottle)

Several sprigs each of fresh Rosemary, Sage, Eucalyptus and Thyme

1 Tsp Tea Tree Oil

Step 1: Trim Herbs

Reserve 1 sprig of each herb. Cut remaining herbs to a length that’s slightly shorter than the bottle selected for your yoga mat cleaner.

 

Step 2: Muddle Herbs

Place reserved herbs from Step 1 in bottle with vinegar or witch hazel. Using a muddler or the back of a large spoon, muddle the herbs to release their essentials oils.

 

Step 3: Add Water & Oil

Add distilled water and Tea Tree Oil to bottle; shake to blend.

Step 4: Using Your Yoga Mat Cleaner

Shake bottle before each use. Spray yoga mat with mat cleaner and let sit for 2-3 minutes. Wipe clean with damp cloth and allow to air dry (or, use dry cloth).