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Our editors have tested the top organic and nontoxic bath and bedding brands. These are our picks for bathmats that are organic and/or nontoxic, absorbent, and easy to maintain.

There’s nothing quite like finishing a shower by stepping onto a clean, plush, absorbent bath mat that keeps both your bathroom floor and your feet clean, day after day. Trust us: If you don’t have a bath mat that you really love, you’re missing out.

We try to choose home goods made with natural materials whenever possible, especially in the bedroom and bathroom. They’re more durable and better for both you and the earth. What’s not to love? If it’s time to upgrade your tub mat situation, discover our top picks for bath mats made of soft, organic cotton that are as soft as they are sustainable — for a shower upgrade you can feel good about, and that elevates your everyday.

Why are organic and nontoxic bath mats important?

We love when a home good is made with materials that you can see and feel the quality of — and that’s how good cotton is. Cotton is soft, absorbent, and durable (especially when you opt for long-staple cotton), and it maintains its shape well over time, wash after wash, especially in the below bath mats with sturdy weaves.

And because cotton is natural, not synthetic, it biodegrades at the end of its lifetime, unlike plastic-based fibers like polyester. We choose organic cotton whenever possible, which is grown with few pesticides and less water than conventional cotton — meaning a product that’s better for your bathroom and for the environment. When organic cotton isn’t available, we look for sustainable certifications like Oeko Tex or BCI (Better Cotton Initiative).

Our methodology & criteria:

Our editors have researched, reviewed, and corresponded with sustainable bedding and bath brands for years. For this guide, we selected our favorite brands making bath mats with thoughtful materials and designed for a safe, comfy experience every time you step out of the shower. We’ve ranked the options below based on our favorite material composition, but also absorbency, range of styles, and affordability.

• NONTOXIC & ORGANIC MATERIALS | The bathmats below are made of 100% cotton. Most are made of certified organic cotton, and those that aren’t certified organic have other sustainable certs like OKEO-TEX.
• STYLES AVAILABLE & DESIGN | You’ll find a range of sizes and colors—neutrals, brights, and plenty of fun patterns—along with beautiful weaves that look nice and increase absorbency, too. Almost all bath mats featured are made of nothing but 100% cotton, so they’re machine washable and, in most cases, dryer-friendly.
• AFFORDABILITY | We’ve included a range of price options for different budgets, too.

Looking for more sustainable products to elevate your bathroom? Check out our guides to the best organic bath towels, sustainable shower curtains, and natural body wash.

1. Coyuchi

Best For | Budget friendly 
Materials | 100% organic cotton
Price | Starting at $38

We’ve loved Coyuchi’s bedding for a long time at The Good Trade for the way it balances organic, high-quality materials with accessible prices, and they match that standard when it comes to their bath products. The brand offers a large range of organic bath mats, all of which are made from 100% certified organic cotton. Some have interesting weaves, like this Wildflower Organic Bath Rug woven in Portugal with a raised mid-century floral design, while others have a super absorbent, plush feel, like the thick Cloud Loom™ Organic Bath Mat or the even softer Shag Organic Bath Rug, both of which are grown and woven in Turkey. And the Air Weight® Organic Twill Bath Mat, made in a Fair Trade factory in India, has a low profile, a super absorbent diagonal weave, and an affordable price point at under $40.

Customer Review | “Clearly a quality item. Perfect last piece for our remodeled shower. I especially like the more petite size, the rich color & the care with which it was sourced & created.” – Grateful Jan (Read more reviews.)

2. Ferm Living

Best For | Plush absorbency
Materials | 100% organic cotton
Price | Starting at $69

From their Copenhagen base, Ferm Living brings Scandinavian design — with a touch of coziness and whimsy — to the world. They make a lineup of runners and small area rugs, some with fun designs, and all in rich, calming colors — plus their Ekko Bath Mat. It’s made of a 100% cotton that’s certified organic, and it comes in a soft beige color that looks good in any space. It’s densely woven for a plush feel and fantastic absorbency—just make sure to soak it in cold water for 24 when you first receive it to let the fibers open up and create softness and bounce.

3. Parachute

Best For | Textured weaves
Materials | 100% organic cotton
Price | Starting at $59

Parachute also offers a wide range of organic bath mats to fit your personal style and preference — and all are crafted of 100% organic cotton by expert craftspeople in either Turkey or India. Some of their bath mats are made of a simple, absorbent terry cloth towel material, like their Classic Turkish Cotton Tub Mat and their Organic Plush Tub Mat, which comes in lots of different colors and patterns. But our favorite bath mats that Parachute makes come in interesting weaves and textures, like their Organic Tassel Bath Rug, made in India with a textured, substantial weave; their Organic Resort Stripe Tub Mat that has a super absorbent weave and comes in fun colors; and their Organic Checkered Bath Rug that’s equal parts trendy and timeless.

Customer Review | “I love this rug so much! It looks great in my bathroom, just enough pattern to make things interesting and a great size. It feels sooo soft underfoot and washes and wears like a dream!” – Nell (Read more reviews.)

4. Boll & Branch

Best For | Durable, long-staple cotton
Materials | 100% organic cotton
Price | Starting at $59

Boll & Branch makes high-end bedding and bath products of 100% natural materials, and their bathmats are no exception. You can keep it classic with their Plush Bath Mat, made of a terry cloth material that’s more substantial than a typical towel, with cotton woven into a super dense, plush, velvety soft fabric that’s ultra absorbent. Or, their Turkish Ribbed Bath Mat and their Turkish Waffle Bath Mat are both made of Turkish cotton and have interesting, textured weaves that are as absorbent as they are comfortable to step on. All of Boll & Branch’s tub mats are made with 100% organic, extra-long staple cotton for durability and softness.

Customer Review | “Love this bathmat! It is a great size even for my super small bathroom. It is very plush even though it doesn’t appear to be super thick. I am very impressed with it just like I am ever other Boll & Branch product I have ordered so far. It is a perfect weight and feels wonderful when stepping out onto it after a shower or bath.” – Molly F. (Read more reviews.)

5. Cozy Earth

Best For | Oeko Tex-certified bath mats
Materials | Cotton, bamboo viscose
Price | Starting at $48

Cozy Earth is all about making your home life cozier with bedding, loungewear, and bath linens, so you know that they know good fabrics. Their standard Loop Terry Bath Mat is quick drying and lightweight with its makeup of 60% cotton and 40% bamboo viscose — and it comes in three different sizes. But if you’d like to stick to 100% cotton products, check out their Classic Bath Mat — it comes in spa-like colors, has a textured weave that feels substantial underfoot (it won’t slide around the bathroom floor), and is made in Portugal — or their Grid Bath Mat that’s plush and absorbent with a no-slip grip texture on its reverse. Both are washer and dryer friendly and are Oeko-Tex certified, meaning they’re guaranteed free of a list of common toxic chemicals.

Customer Review | “Super soft and continues to feel just like I took it out of the package after every wash. Never use fabric softener and it will stay like new for a very long time. Cozy Earth items are an investment purchase you most likely won’t ever need to buy it again. Quality over Quantity every time!” – Heather B. (Read more reviews.)

6. Quiet Town

Best For | Colorful bath mats
Materials | Certified sustainable cotton
Price | Starting at $62

Quiet Town’s eye-catching lineup of fun, colorful bath mats are as nice to look at as they are sustainable — they’re all made by hand in India of certified BCI sustainably sourced cotton. Their high pile Lost Coast mat has a whimsical design that’s practical, too — its cloud shape accommodates swinging doors in small spaces, and it has a thin latex layer on the back to minimize slipping. Their Reyes mat has textured, graphic details with a lower profile that dries quickly, hand-woven with a Kilin technique and high-pile detailing, while the Ojai bath mat also has a sturdy flat weave texture. All their rugs come in both standard and runner length sizes, making them great for bathrooms of all shapes.

7. The Citizenry

Best For | Upscale bath mats
Materials | Long-staple cotton, hinoki wood
Price | Starting at $89

All of the Citizenry’s home goods, like bedding, rugs, accessories, and even furniture, are made in certified fair trade factory environments of natural materials, including their bath mats. If you’re looking for a cotton bath mat, their Aegean Bath Mat is textured and hand-knit from 100% long-staple cotton, which is soft and durable, for a luxurious feel underfoot and a guaranteed ethical production process from start to finish. And if you’re looking for something a little more zen, check out their Hinoki Wood Bath Mat. Handcrafted in Japan of solid Hinoki with no knots or imperfections, the mat has an aromatic scent, a soft feel, and a quick-drying texture.

Customer Review | “Quality I was looking for and it feels great under my feet upon exiting the bath and shower. Citizenry never disappoints.” – Dawna-Lynn A. (Read more reviews.)

Featured image is from Coyuchi

Natalie Gale is a Boston-based freelance journalist. Since 2022, she has been reviewing the top sustainable home, wellness, fashion, and beauty products, sharing her honest opinion on the best finds. When she’s not writing about art, food, or sustainability, you can find her biking to the farmers’ market, baking, sewing, or planning her next Halloween costume. Say hi on Instagram!