Achieving the most accurate and beneficial yoga positions requires your mat to be sticky. Traction is necessary to be able to hold a position without fear of slipping. You can buy a sticky yoga mat, but it will lose its traction after only a few uses. Keep your yoga mat sticky, with good traction, using a custom solution made with essential oils. Making your own solution is less expensive than purchasing the store blend and you can customize it to your preferences.
Step 1
Mix 30 drops of tea tree oil, 1 cup of distilled water, 1/4 cup witch hazel in a glass bowl.
Step 2
Mix 40 drops of a combination of rosemary, lemongrass and lavender essential oils in another glass bowl. Use any combination you like to make up the 40 drops. If these aromas do not appeal to you, you can use other essential oils, as long as they are safe for skin.
Step 3
Pour your the essential oil mix and tea tree/witch hazel mixes into into a spray bottle. Shake to mix.
Step 4
Take your yoga mat, filled spray bottle and microfiber cloth outside to the patio or other flat, clean surface that can get wet. Spray your yoga pad the your custom blend. Use the microfiber cloth and wipe the mat. Wipe your palms with the cloth several times to remove the oil from your hands.
Step 5
Begin your yoga session within twenty minutes while the mat is still moist. The gentle dampness of the rubber will create traction during your workout.
Tips and Warnings
- Experiment with the essential oils in small amounts before combining them in larger volumes.
Things You'll Need
- 2 glass bowls
- Tea tree essential oil
- Distilled water
- Witch hazel
- Rosemary, lemongrass and lavender essential oils
- Spray bottle
- 10 inch by 18 inch microfiber cloth
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