New yoga mats are usually a little slippery . . . But if the problem doesn’t go away after a few classes, washing it can help.

Also, if your palms sweat a lot, apparently Yogitoes Skidless Towel is a good solution. I haven’t tried it, but it gets great reviews. Along with helping you avoid slipping, it also preserves the yoga mat and is very hygienic (especially useful if you attend classes and are using a shared mat).

A product such as PurEarth Cleaner is also good if hygiene is a concern. Especially since it is biodegradable and has never been tested on animals.