In the beginning it feels like lying on spikes, but after a few minutes it feels as relaxing as a massage. It’s not magic, it’s acupressure–an ancient practice that’s been around for thousands of years. Expect thousands of hours of relief whenever you need it.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN YOUR BUNDLE
ACUPRESSURE MAT
ACUPRESSURE PILLOW
ACUPRESSURE MAT
ACUPRESSURE PILLOW
ACUPRESSURE MAT
ACUPRESSURE PILLOW
MAT & PILLOW FEATURES
SIGNATURE SHAKTI SPIKES
The sharper the better, and regardless of which intensity you choose: ours are the sharpest around. They nestle into tension and activate your acupoints instantly. Anything less and you’re wasting your time.
BLISSFOAM™
Soft enough to sink into. Firm enough to push back. Perfect for getting each spike into deep tension. In the Mat it’s spongy, soft and breathable for laying on. In the Pillow it’s shredded for unmatched plushness and moldability.
ORGANIC COTTON OUTER
A cut above our standard weave for a premium experience. Soft, strong, and GOTS-certified. Responsibly dyed and stitched by hand with no toxic chemicals or compromise.
What you need to know
• Tension-free muscles
• Increased circulation
• Mental clarity
• Calm and focus
• Deeper sleep
• An ongoing sense of wellbeing
The most popular way to Shakti is in bed, before sleep. Lie down with the Mat under your back and shoulders, and use the Pillow as an extension that targets your neck for even more relaxation from your downtime.
To make it easy you’ll receive access to the world’s only acupressure mat app with purchase, unlocking the ability to double your Shakti benefits in minutes.
Pro tips
Mat
• Combining your Shakti Mat with yoga and meditation–either seated or through poses like sphinx and pigeon–incorporates acupressure into your recovery or wellbeing routine.
Pillow
• When you place it under your head, neck and shoulders, it disperses pressure avoiding any pinch points. Your shoulders and neck experience a deep release that transitions up toward the top of your skull.
• Its shape is also perfect for releasing tension in hard-to-reach curves, and you can rest your face against the spikes for a subtle sensation.
Will it hurt? Yes. But only for a little in the beginning.
The point to those spikes is that they activate your parasympathetic nervous system–fast. Your body says “Ouch!” and your brain goes into pain response mode.
After a few minutes you realize, “Hey, I’m not actually in pain”–and that’s where the real change begins.
You begin to take advantage of all the serotonin, oxytocin, and feel-good chemicals rushing through your body. The tingling sensation turns into a deep warmth, and tension washes away as acupressure works its magic.
There are two things to consider when looking at intensities:
1. Acupressure is personal
2. Shakti spikes are much sharper than anything else out there.
Like the firmness of a mattress or the pressure of a massage-acupressure is the opposite of ‘one size fits all’. If you go too far in the beginning you’re less likely to build a solid habit. It’s why we offer three intensities that all unlock the benefits of acupressure.
Light
Lying on spikes is weird, so we made this a less intense option. Expect less initial discomfort thanks to more points per spike. Ideal for anyone unsure about acupressure.
Original
For the bold and brave. Fewer spikes = more discomfort, so commit to pushing through to unlock the deeper release on the other side if you are contemplating Original.
Advanced
Our deepest release isn’t the last stop on your journey – it’s only for the most experienced. Expect a serious sensation to start, with plenty of reward if you can handle it.
Blissfoam™
• 100% plant-based foam
• Processed under the industry’s leading organic standard
• Encased in organic cotton for natural rubber sensitivities
• Cradles your body for next-level tension release
Standard
• The same stuffing used in bedding and furniture
• Lightweight
• Hypoallergenic
• Tried and tested to ensure all the benefits of acupressure
Where acupuncture uses needles to pierce the skin, acupressure uses spikes to press against it. The key difference with a Shakti Mat is that you can activate multiple acupoints in as many seconds as it takes to lie on them, and you don’t need to book an appointment either.
HANDMADE IN A FAIRTRADE FACTORY
We make every Premium Shakti Mat and Pillow with our Fairtrade partners in India. Kishor carries every certification we could ask for (plus a few we hadn’t heard of), and they do right by their employees–85% of which are female.