Elite YogaPaws are padded with 5mm of TPE padding, between the towel lining that touches your skin and the natural rubber bottoms.  Elite's are perfect for yogis who are practicing without a yoga mat, or who desire additional cushioning for their hands and feet.SkinThin YogaPaws are designed identically to Elites, with just one small difference: there's no padding!  SkinThin's are perfect for yogis who are practicing with a mat but just need extra anti-slip protection.