You’re Probably Not Cleaning Your Yoga Mat as Often as You Should—Here Are 8 Expert-Recommended Mat Sprays

As far as beloved yoga mat cleaners go, this one is a yogi favorite — mainly because it won’t ruin your mat’s material. Its effectiveness comes from its use of tea tree (a strong essential oil that has antibacterial properties) and castile soap (a multi-purpose cleaner that’s gentle on the skin). This, combined with its calming lavender scent creates an effective but gentle recipe for removing sweat from your mat.

“I like the mat cleaner because it’s non-toxic and safe to use on my mat,” yoga instructor of four years Farah Jaffrey said. “It has natural ingredients so it’s not harsh and won’t ruin my mat’s texture. It’s well-balanced so it won’t leave your mat oily.”Added perk: this cleaner comes in a variety of different scents, including peppermint, lemongrass, lavender, and eucalyptus.

While Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day Multi-Surface Concentrate may be known for removing grime from your kitchen counters, it also can do the same for your yoga mat (and make it smell incredible in the process).

This formula is specifically designed to wipe down non-porous surfaces, and is chock-full of essential oils that help create a “calming and soothing” aroma, according to yoga instructor and Vice President of Pilates Anytime, Gia Calhoun. Available in lavender, lemon verbena, peony, basil and seasonal scents

In the world of high quality yoga mats, Manduka rarely disappoints. And the brand’s Botanical Cleaner is Gershman’s top pick for disinfecting her mat after every yoga sesh. The plant-based solution helps to disinfect your mat’s surface and eliminates 99.9 percent of bacteria and viruses. It works on nearly any mat except for polyurethane mats.

To use, just spray a few spritz directly onto your mat, leave for 10 minutes, and wipe clean. As a bonus, “you don’t have to rinse or wipe this off, so it is easy to disinfect your mat right after a yoga class,” Gershman says. Available in lemongrass and lavender scents, and several sizes.

If you want to help keep your mat smelling fresh 24/7, this Bondi Wash cleaner is here to help. It’s gentle in removing dirt and unwanted odors, thanks to ingredients like plant-derived alcohol, Australian bush oils, and essential oils.

“It’s a natural, anti-bacterial formula that will freshen and sanitize your mat without damaging it,” says yoga teacher and Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, Yohanna Mannelqvist. “It doesn’t leave any sticky residue and smells wonderful!” This pick is available in two scents: Tasmanian pepper & lavender, or lemon tea tree & mandarin.

While some yoga cleansers may leave your mat slippery and covered in an oily residue, this Mind Over Lather yoga cleaning spray does the exact opposite. It has a robust formula that contains mint, tea tree and eucalyptus (a type of oil that is a natural disinfectant) that provides a rich and relaxing aroma. The spray can also be used to wipe down other types of workout equipment.

Available in lavender mint, or eucalyptus tea tree scents.

If you are a fan of using natural rubber yoga mats, which are often sturdy and absorbent, this plant-based spray was made made for you. The cleanser contains probiotics and a variety of essential oils (think: cedar, lemongrass, lavender) to clean and help prolong the life of your mat for future workouts.

Best of all, you can purchase refill tablets that allow you to, you guessed it, refill your existing bottle (or a different bottle of your choosing) to avoid creating more waste.

Calling all heavy sweat-ers. This Gaiam Yoga Mat Wash may just be what you need to keep germs at bay and your mat good as new. This gentle cleaner has become a fan-favorite for its use of natural and USDA-certified organic oils such as lavender, lemongrass, and coconut that remove excess sweat and dirt on your mat. Together, these ingredients help to disinfect your mat without damaging it for later use.

Additionally, this spray can be used to clean polyvinyl chloride, NBR, vinyl yoga mats, and other yogi gear like straps and blocks.

For quick and daily maintenance, this Cuccio Somatology cleaner has got you covered. It helps to quickly disinfect your mat right after your yoga session, and the scent is fresh and light. The formula is a powerful blend of aloe vera leaf juice, eucalyptus, and water. Just spray some directly onto your mat and wipe down with a cloth. If you opt for a 32oz jug, you’ll have supply for a long time—and you can save on plastic by using smaller, refillable spray bottles.