A BlissCloud yoga mat is the perfect yoga accessory for the environmentally conscious yogi who wants a little luxury and style.
The BlissCloud’s Environmental Credentials
I was interested in trying the BlissCloud Yoga mat for its environmental credentials. Many yoga mats use plastics and synthetic dyes as well as other potentially toxic products. However, BlissCloud yoga mats are free from latex, silicone, toxic glue and phthalates. The beautiful designs are made entirely with water based inks. This use of natural ingredients meant there was no nasty chemical smell when I unwrapped my mat ready for use. The base of the mat is made from 100% tree rubber and the mats are also totally recyclable and biodegradable. So the BlissCloud yoga mat ticks all the right environmentally responsible boxes.
Using the BlissCloud Yoga Mat
But I also wanted a mat that was a pleasure to use. BlissCloud yoga mats are covered with a microfiber layer, which is soft and luxurious but also provides a great non-slip surface on which to practice. I had no problems with slipping or sliding while holding poses. The mats are also beautifully made, light, easy to carry and 100% washable, too. But the best thing about BlissCloud yoga mats is the range of stunning designs that will brighten your yoga practice and make them a joy to use. So the BlissCloud ticked all the right boxes for ease of use, practicality and design as well.
One additional plus from choosing a BlissCloud yoga mat is that they donate £1 from every mat sale to The Karuna Trust, a U.K. run Buddhist organization working to provide education, health and cultural projects for more than 50,000 of the poorest people in India each year.
At £58 each, these mats are at the pricier end of the market. However, their environmental credentials and quality mean that they will give you many years of practice with no ill effects on the planet. For this reason, I think they offer good value in the long term.
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