Wild Wind Soap Company believes one of life's simple luxuries is bathing with a soothing bar of natural soap. That's why all of their products are free of synthetic fragrances and preservatives.

The company offers a line of bath and body products that are deeply scented (naturally of course) and provide specific purposes such as moisturizing or exfoliating. The collection of bar soaps include Honey Oats & Almond, Lavender, Patchouli & Walnut and Prairie Mint, all of which contain essential oils. A liquid soap is also available that will not dry out skin as some products that contain harsh chemicals might do. Spa and body treats feature an olive oil lotion and a face cleanser, as well as Shea Butter Cream. The lip balms provide moisture with ingredients such as sweet almond oil, cocoa butter and aloe oil. There are also sample packs and gift sets which make the perfect present for someone special, including yourself!

As part of their ongoing efforts to be eco and socially responsible, Wild Wind Soap Company wastes as little as possible by re-using all boxes and packaging materials. Company print materials use 100 percent recycled, post-consumer waste paper and the soap wrappers are made of recycled paper and free of chlorine, acid and lignin. The products are never tested on animals and are biodegradable.

Visit the Wild Wind website to begin shopping for natural products that will leave you feeling clean and green!

» Wild Wind Soap Company

It seems like just last week we were talking about Mother's Day and here we are in June already, less than a week away from celebrating Father's Day. Don't spend the next few days stressing about what to get dad because five days is still plenty of time to find him the perfect gift. Like Kiehl's Energizing Starter Kit, featuring some of their legendary and coveted skincare products.

The Facial Fuel Energizing Face Wash uses vitamin E, menthol and caffeine to remove dirt, surface oil and impurities, preparing the skin for a close shave without ever drying it out. Kiehl's Ultimate Man Body Scrub Soap features oat bran, oat kernel meal and pumice to exfoliate and cleanse fatigued skin. The Ultimate Brushless Shave Cream - White Eagle is the company's most popular shave cream, and contains menthol and camphor for a close, soothing shave. None of these products are ever tested on animals and they also come packaged in an earth-friendly bag made from 100 per cent EVA and biodegradable material.

The best feature of course is that this is the perfect gift for even the most practical father, since most men shave on at least a semi-regular basis unless they're going for that overgrown, caveman look (in which case this is a great opportunity to introduce dad to some grooming essentials). And it's all eco-friendly of course, leaving one less objectionable aspect for the father who swore up-and-down that all he wanted this year was a card (yeah right!).

» Kiehl's

Contrary to what your father says, duct tape is not meant to repair anything under the sun and that includes the wallet that's falling apart and would be held together on hope alone were in not for the unsightly silver strands holding it together. Time for a new wallet perhaps? There's no better time than Father's Day to give one to the dad who likes a practical gift he can get everyday use out of.

Hempy's is a self-described eco-technology brand that has an entire line of eco-friendly wallets in a variety of styles since as your dad will tell you, not all wallets are created equal. The Mesh Utility Wallet is a great option for the rough-and-tumble father who would live in his favorite fishing spot if only work weren't holding him back. The Tri-fold Corduroy Wallet has several card holders, ideal for the man that takes every single card and membership he owns every single place he goes. And if your father is one of those people who lives in perpetual fear that he may need to write a check at any given time of the day and carries his checkbook around like a lifeline, the Checkbook Wallet will at least allow him to do so in style while also providing space for his change, keys and (gasp!) credit cards, should he ever need to use one in a pinch.

See the rest of Hempy's collection of wallets after the jump.

» Hempy's (Official Site)

Sometimes there is only so much you can do with vinegar and baking soda... and sometimes there's only so much of the smell of vinegar you can take!  Before you reach for the Pine-Sol, there are cleaning alternatives that are all-natural and smell nice.

Small Planet is a small Canadian company that sells their own special cleaning products made from natural ingredients and essential oils.  With no harmful chemicals to aggrivate the lungs, these are perfect if allergies or respiratory illness is a concern in your household.

What's also great about these guys is not only can you buy their products in small quantities from a local retailer, but if you really like their products you can order in bulk directly from Small Planet.  This is a great way to save money and ensure you always have the cleaning supplies you need on hand.

Hit the jump to learn more about this great little company.

» Small Planet Cleaning Products (Canada)

Searching for unique and practical items made from recycled materials may have once been a painstaking process - until the introduced of The Recycle Warehouse, that is.

The online department store, started six months ago by John Halladay, offers hundreds of items made from at least 50 per cent recycled content, but John points out, the content of many items is much higher.

"By buying from us, you are relieving pressure on the world’s diminishing resources. Our inventory includes chairs made from recycled cardboard, shoes from recycled tyres and whole dining services made from recycled glass and much more," he says. "Our goal is to show that every day goods can be made from recycled materials and that they are just as good as new. As well as the quirky – bags made from chewing gum wrappers or ringpulls, bowls made out of remoulded LP records – we have beautiful, functional furniture that is handmade from reclaimed wood, including oak and teak which you just can’t buy any more in a sustainable way;  designer clothes made from recycled fabrics, that can’t be bought in any High Street shops."

Many of the foods found in the shop are made by charities such as Doy Bags, made by a women's collective in the Philippines, as well as garden furniture made by people with learning disabilities who belong to a charity in Oxford.

The Recycle Warehouse follows simple principles:

• sustainability comes first, profit comes second;
• business has to lead the way in the war against climate change;
• recycling is an alternative to the exploitation of the world’s finite resources
• this isn’t commerce, this is a Crusade.

See all of the products available at The Recycle Warehouse after the jump.

» The Recycle Warehouse

Congratulations to Sarah, the winner of our gift basket giveway, featuring products from Ever Bamboo!

Sarah has won over $150 worth of products, including a Bamboo Charcoal Pillow-Pad, a Premium Closet Deodorizer and a whole assortment of other goodies made from eco-friendly bamboo charcoal.

Thank you to all who visited the website to answer our daily quiz questions and entered the contest.

Hit the jump to see our latest giveaway, a prize pack featuring products from Brita and FilterForGood, as well as a copy of the handy Organic Places to Stay, UK & Ireland, written by Linda Moss!

» Ecollo Contest