The first Shakti Mats and Pillows put us on the map with over 30K 5-star reviews. They proved that lying on spikes to unwind can be more relaxing than a massage. This latest edition improves on everything you and our community love about the ancient wellness practice that is acupressure.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN YOUR BUNDLE
ACUPRESSURE MAT
ACUPRESSURE PILLOW
ACUPRESSURE MAT
ACUPRESSURE PILLOW
ACUPRESSURE MAT
ACUPRESSURE PILLOW
WHAT MAKES PREMIUM PREMIUM?
PRECISION-ENGINEERED SPIKES
Sharp spikes = effective acupressure. Anything less and you’re missing the point. Our latest spikes are our best yet, and they’ll nestle into tension and activate your acupoints instantly.
ALL-NEW BLISSFOAM™
Soft enough to sink into. Firm enough to push back. Perfect for getting each spike into deep tension. In the Mat it’s organic, spongy, soft and breathable for laying on. In the Pillow, it’s shredded for unmatched plushness and moldability.
ORGANIC COTTON OUTER
Blissfoam™ is now protected by a stronger, yet softer, GOTS-certified outer. Perfect for maximizing the effect of each spike. 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.
Each spike responds to tension in your body, so more tension = more sensation. The initial “Ouch!” you feel activates your body’s pain response and tells it to send happiness hormones and pain-relief chemicals to the area you’re targeting. If those spikes aren’t sharp enough—or you’re beyond relaxed already—you won’t feel much.
After a few minutes, the tingling sensation fades into a deep, relaxing warmth. The redness is purely a circulation boost. You might even fall asleep.
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
Our most popular intensity has fewer points per spike to balance initial discomfort and a much deeper release.
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.
Premium Mats and Pillows feature:
• Precision-engineered spikes (our most effective yet)
• Discreet YKK® zippers (as opposed to self-fastening closures)
• Softer, yet stronger, organic cotton outers (a cut above our standard weave)
Classic/Blissfoam™ Mats and Pillows feature:
• Signature spikes (the ones that put us on the map)
• Self-fastening closures
• Durable organic cotton outers
Premium Pillows are filled with shredded Blissfoam™ for unmatched plushness and moldability. They can be shaped to target tension with pinpoint accuracy throughout your body. The half-moon shape of Classic/Blissfoam™ Pillow is best suited for achy necks and tight arches.
Blissfoam™
• 100% plant-based foam
• Organic inner in the Mat, recycled fill in the Pillow
• Encased in organic cotton for natural rubber sensitivities
• Cradles your body for next-level tension release
Classic
• 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.
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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.