Follow these 5 simple steps:1. Remove the inner foam from your Mat or Pillow2. Hand wash the Shakti cover in warm soapy water3. Scrub any dirty spikes with a scrubbing brush or old toothbrush4. Rinse and hang to dry in the shade5. Re-insert the foam and you're good to go!Tips:As tempting as it might be, avoid putting your Shakti Mat Or Pillow through the washing machine. These Spikes aren't forgiving!Wash your Mat with a mild or eco laundry detergent or powder. For more serious stains, directly apply astain remover soap to the area.Avoid soaking your Mat & Pillow or drying them in direct sunlight. Shakti products are made from organically certified cotton and dyes. Drying them in the shade will help to preserve the colour.When reinserting The Pillow foam - turn the cover inside out, line the half-moon seam up with the foam, and fold the cover over.The Shakti Headband can be cleaned by following the same steps above (no foam removal necessary).