When it comes to skincare, guys have it pretty rough. You deal with a lot of the same things as women do (acne, dry skin, redness and the like) plus your own unique difficulties (razor burn, super sweaty workouts, etc.) yet there aren’t nearly as many male-oriented skincare products and while some can work for both sexes, certain options are just too pink and rose-scented. And if you’re also a man who prefers natural ingredients and earth-friendly elements, it can be even trickier to find the right thing.

Uncle Harry’s Natural Products Facial Anti-Bacterial Wash (face soap, in not so many words) from GreenFeet may not be specifically made for men, but it’s a good choice for keeping your skin clean and clear from blemishes–without even a hint of pink or baby powder…there’s even a picture of a guy on the bottle; that’s encouraging, right? Click here to read more

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To lower our bills and go easier on their environment, many of us have switched to low flow shower heads. It’s a smart, easy way to get green and save money. But while we’ve been paying more attention to how much water we’re using, we’re not always aware of what all is in it. A lot of concern is now being raised over the effects of chlorine on our health and most of it is tied to the chlorine we get through our tap water (where there is sometimes more chlorine found than is deemed safe for a swimming pool). Chlorine has been in our water, openly, for years with little complaint, as it keeps diseases from transporting through our water systems, but think about this: When you shower, your pores are opened in the warmth and your skin begins to act like a giant sponge, absorbing water directly into blood stream–and with it, chlorine. Coupled with the inhalation of chlorine in you water when you shower, you can absorb more chlorine in a shower than by drinking several glasses of water that contained the same amount of chlorine. Click here to read more

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It may seem counter-intuitive to slather on some mud when you’re looking for a little pampering and skin restoration, but the mucky stuff can do wonders for your complexion. Better yet, it can do those wonders naturally.

Alaska Glacial Mud from NIMLI is made from some of the most mineral-rich, pure glacial clay in the world, which detoxifies, exfoliates and softens the skin with over 60 major and trace elements that promote healthy skin regeneration. To enrich your epidermis even more, Alaska Glacial Co. has added certified organic and wildcrafted botanical extracts, including kelp, nettle, elderflower and blueberry, and for olfactory purposes, you can choose between lavender-peppermint, vanilla-lavender or unscented–all of which make for a great glacial facial. Click here to read more

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New York Fashion Week has just ended and we’re now up to speed on what to look for in the spring/summer fashions for 2009 (gals who’ve gone green can still be fashionable, after all), but we’re more concerned with what to do about fall…seeing as it’s actually fall. Perhaps the most popular makeup motif being pushed for autumn is the smoky eye–trailed only slightly by purple tones on both eyes and lips. Although, to be realistic, the smoky eye is never really out of style (which is a bit of an issue for those of us who can’t seem to recreate its dark mystique). Click here to read more

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Burt’s Bees has been getting a lot of attention for their latest ads, which point out some of the differences between truly natural body products and other options, and it seems that at least one person agrees strongly with their thoughts on the matter: Julianne Moore. She’s partnered with Burt’s Bees to promote the Natural Products Association’s (who Burt’s Bees supports) Natural Seal; a seal that will indicate to shoppers that the product they’re considering is at least 95% natural. Click here to read more

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Infancy can be a trying time for mothers and babies alike; there are tummy troubles, crying fits, adjustments all-around and not nearly enough sleep. For babies, it’s a lot to experience, and for moms it can incite a lot of worry. One solution can be found in infant massage, which has been shown to help babies cry less and sleep more, while lowering their levels of stress hormones such as cortisol. And any mother can confirm that when baby is sleeping more and crying less, mom will be too! By giving daily massages to their infants, mothers have also found their babies relieved from digestion issues and colic. Click here to read more

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Labor Day has come and gone, kids are back in school and the four-day workweeks that occasionally come with summer are done with (for most of us). Just thinking about getting back into the swing of busy routines and the looming holiday season is enough to give one a few aches and pains, but when you throw things like raking leaves into the mix, you can count on some sore muscles.

Instead of heading to the medicine cabinet for the Icy Hot and an Ibuprofen (both loaded with chemicals and not without their own health risks), pick up a Boxwood Goods Flax Wrap and attack your aches in a much earth-friendlier way. The Boxwood Goods Flax Wraps are stuffed with heat-retaining flax seeds and organically grown buckwheat and millet (the “flucket” combo) and soothing, anti-inflammatory lavender, all contained in a soy/hemp fiber-blend fabric. Click here to read more

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Bringing a razor case with you on trips is one of those things that never crosses your mind…until you’re standing in the bathroom, an hour before departure, trying to figure out how to pack the blade in without slicing the contents of your toiletry kit or getting dirt clogged in the razor head. In that moment you’ll wish you had the Radius Recycled Plastic Razor Case ready to go.

The Radius recycled plastic razor case is a handy home for your razor when you’re headed anywhere you’re going to need a shave. Available in white, green and blue, the slim container will keep your blade sharp with a ribbed interior while keeping everything securely in place with a tab lock. Click here to read more

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Bikini season may be on its way out, but most of us aren’t packing up the razors just yet (if ever; shaving is one of the most popular hair removal options and continues to be popular year round), however, one thing you should consider giving the boot to are traditional shaving creams. To begin with, traditional shaving cream often means shaving cream in aerosol cans—which require liquefied petroleum gas as a propellant. It’s not as bad as the chlorofluorocarbons that used to do the job, but is still no treat for the environment. On the inside these shaving creams are often packed with dyes, artificial fragrances and a range of chemicals that are linked to health concerns.

Alba Mango Vanilla Moisturizing Cream Shave means no foam and no can, and is full of natural ingredients like moisturizing jojoba seed oil, soothing calendula and healing aloe. But this doesn’t just make for a greener shave—it makes for a better one. Click here to read more

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Once fall rolls around and the dewy humidity disappears (just like those sun-inspired freckles on your nose), along comes the dryness of cooler temperatures and the redness and irritation of skin in transition. In turn, out comes the foundation to cover up dermis difficulties. But with long lists of chemical ingredients that have been shown to irritate skin (like phenoxyethanol)and be toxic for our nervous systems (as in the case of micronized titanium dioxide) and for our skin (cue the propylparabens), some cover-ups may hurt, not help and thus continue the cycle of irritated skin that you want to disguise.

NVEY Eco Moisturizing Liquid Foundation comes from an Australian brand that recently began offering truly organic make-up in the U.S. NVEY Eco Moisturizing Liquid Foundation offers chamomile, cucumber and calendula to soothe and moisturize your face (with a forgiving tint), while rose absolute comes to the rescue of dry and sensitive skin. Click here to read more

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