What Does Very Near Perfect Mean on a Yoga Mat?
By Liforme | High Performance Yoga Mats & Equipment | Published: 2026-10-19
Category: Product Reviews
Very Near Perfect mats are fully functional Liforme mats with small cosmetic flaws, sold at a lower price. Here is what to expect before you buy one.
Quick Answer
A Very Near Perfect yoga mat is a fully functional Liforme mat with a small cosmetic imperfection, sold at a reduced price. If you care about grip and alignment more than a flawless print, it is usually the better value.
What actually counts as an imperfection
The flaws behind Very Near Perfect stock are cosmetic, not structural: a slight print misalignment, a small ink mark, or a faint surface irregularity. None of these change how the mat grips, cushions, or supports your joints.
This is why the discount exists. You are paying less for a mat that looks slightly imperfect, not for one that performs differently.
Why the discount is worth it for some buyers
If your mat lives in a studio bag, gets unrolled on a sweaty floor, and is judged by how well it holds a pose, a cosmetic flaw is easy to ignore. You get the same AlignForMe® guidance and non-slip surface at a lower price.
The trade-off is visual. If you film your practice, teach classes, or simply like your gear to look pristine, the mark may bother you more than the saving is worth.
What you cannot choose
Because each Very Near Perfect mat is unique, you cannot pick the type or location of the imperfection. You choose the colour and design, and the specific flaw is whatever that individual mat has.
That uncertainty is the honest limitation of buying this way. If knowing exactly what your mat looks like matters to you, a standard mat is the safer choice.
Very Near Perfect Yoga Mat: Common Questions
- Is a Very Near Perfect mat used or returned?
- No. Very Near Perfect mats are new Liforme mats set aside because of a small cosmetic imperfection, then sold at a reduced price. They have not been worn in by another practitioner.
- Will the imperfection affect grip or durability?
- The flaws are cosmetic, so the non-slip surface and overall construction perform as intended. If you ever notice a structural problem rather than a visual one, treat that as a separate issue and contact the store. Judge the mat by how it grips in downward dog, not by the mark you spotted while unrolling it.
- Can I choose which flaw I get?
- No. Each Very Near Perfect mat has its own individual imperfection, so you select the colour and design while the specific flaw comes as it is.
- Who should skip Very Near Perfect and buy a standard mat?
- Buy standard if you teach, film content, gift the mat, or know a visible mark will distract you mid-practice. Buy Very Near Perfect if you want the same performance for less and can accept a cosmetic flaw.
- How should I care for a Very Near Perfect mat?
- Clean it the same way as any Liforme mat, using a cleaner that does not leave a slippery residue on the grip surface. A gentle wipe after sweaty sessions keeps the top layer working as it should.
Very Near Perfect Mats Currently Available
- "Very Near Perfect" - Liforme Radiant Yellow Sun Yoga Mat: Radiant Sun design printed in warm yellow, orange, and red with durable, eco-friendly, non-toxic inks. The bold print makes any small ink irregularity less noticeable, which suits a lower-priced Very Near Perfect mat.
"Very Near Perfect" - Liforme Radiant Yellow Sun Yoga Mat - "Very Near Perfect" Liforme Magic Galaxy Yoga Mat - Silver Dusk Blue: Hand-printed with non-toxic, eco-friendly metallic inks for a shimmering celestial finish. Metallic finishes show marks differently than flat prints, so inspect your mat on arrival if a flawless surface matters to you.
"Very Near Perfect" Liforme Magic Galaxy Yoga Mat - Silver Dusk Blue - "Very Near Perfect" Liforme Magic Galaxy Yoga Mat - Silver: Celestial AlignForMe® design that guides posture and balance. The alignment markings are the functional part of the mat, and they remain fully usable regardless of a cosmetic flaw.
