Soak your yoga mat.
Crease in yoga mat.
The initial horizontal crease in the foam gets tightly compressed in the middle of the rolled mat causing that end to curl and spring back when unrolled and preventing the mat from lying flat.
Then you can roll your mat from the folded portion.
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Infographic on how to roll yoga mat properly without getting dirty.
This option leaves a crease bang in the middle of the mat.
This will help dislodge dirt oils and any odors.
Submerge your yoga mat in a bathtub and allow it to soak for a few minutes.
Wrestling a long mat through a dozen or more small rotations to roll it up fully is tedious not an ideal way to wind up your peaceful practice.
Dish soap or hypoallergenic laundry detergent are two of the best options for mild cleaners for your yoga mat.
Use a solution of warm water and a mild detergent such as dish soap.