Since peppermint essential oil is proven to have antibacterial properties adding it to your own unique disinfecting mix is a good idea.
Diy essential oil yoga mat cleaner.
Lavender eucalyptus and lemongrass essential oils also contain antibacterial properties.
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Recipe for diy yoga mat cleaner spray 2 tablespoons vodka 3 drops peppermint oil 3 drops rosemary oil distilled water.
You can also buy your bottle from miracle essentials oil.
My yoga experience is 10x more yummy with the lingering scent of essential oils on my mat.
1 drop of your favorite miracle.
Combine all ingredients in spray bottle step 2.
Add in essential oils.
Distilled or spring water 3 4 of the spray bottle.
Witch hazel or white vinegar fill 1 4 of spray bottle.
If you prefer more fragrance feel free to add more.
Small spray bottle 2 4 ounces will do.
Shake and spray directly onto mat.
Here are some essential oils you can use for your yoga mat spray.
Your homemade essential oil yoga mat cleaner is ready for use.
The recipe below is for a non toxic diy yoga mat cleaning spray made with essential oils that you can use each time you step off the mat until the next time you practice.
The moment i realized that i whipped up a yoga mat spray to bring with me to class or when i practice at home.
Tea tree oil or your choice of oil only 2 drops for it s antibacterial and antifungal properties.
Mix everything together by shaking the bottle well.
Shake well to combine step 3.
10 drops of another essential oil of choice.
Wipe clean using a towel and leave out to dry completely.
Use after each yoga mat use or as desired.
Peppermint is known for its refreshing scent.
Instructions add witch hazel to spray bottle and top with water until almost full.
Small spray bottle 2 4 ounces or so distilled or spring water 3 4 of spray bottle 2 drops of tea tree essential oil 1 drop of lavender essential oil optional.
With the help of a funnel pour cup of distilled water cup of alcohol free witch hazel into your spray bottle.
Now carefully add 10 drops of lavender essential oil and 5 drops peppermint essential oil.
My favourite combination is lavender clove vanilla it is absolutely intoxicating relaxing soothing and totally mellows you out.
Tea tree has been documented to kill many bacteria viruses and fungi on contact.
This mat spray was the gateway drug to my obsession with essential oils.