Yoga Mat vs. Yoga Towel: What’s the Difference, and Do You Need Both?

You’re not alone if you’ve ever wondered: Do I really need a yoga towel?

Let’s break it down — and help you decide what’s right for your practice.

What’s a Yoga Mat?

Your base layer. Usually made of rubber or foam, it provides cushioning and slight traction.

Great for:

• Gentle or restorative yoga

• Beginners

• Home practices

What’s a Yoga Towel?

It’s a high-performance overlay that adds sweat absorption and grip, especially in hot and active classes.

Great for:

• Hot yoga, Bikram, power vinyasa

• Hot pilates or sweaty flows

• Travel (lightweight + foldable)

Mat vs. Towel: Which Should You Use?

Mat only:

• Fine for gentle or cool-room yoga

• Less ideal if you sweat a lot

Towel only:

• Perfect for travel or laying over gym mats

• Must have some traction to stay put

Mat + Towel combo:

• The gold standard for hot yoga

• Keeps you dry, stable, and grounded

Why Yogis Love Unalome Towels

Our Unalome Yoga Towels were designed to enhance your mat — not replace it.

• Adds sweat-wicking power

• Boosts non-slip grip

• Protects your mat

• Looks beautiful while doing it

Explore Our Towels and level up your flow — no slipping, no distractions.