Make Earth Day a yearlong celebration in your home; peruse the ever-growing abundance of such eco-conscious products as these.
Beauty mark
Your body can use as much pampering as the Earth could. Noah’s Naturals, a line of natural personal- care products, is part of an alliance of companies that gives 1 percent of net sales to environmental organizations. Even the package can be recycled. Prices start at about $8 at Wal-Mart.
Save cash, not trash
Known as the “stink free composter,” the NatureMill Pro Kitchen model can produce nitrogen-rich organic fertilizer for the garden in weeks instead of months. The compact unit is completely sealed, fully automatic and uses a powerful carbon filter to remove odors. Use indoor or out. Throw in any food waste, and a red light signals when to empty the machine. Prices start at $299 at select Costco stores or online at .
Quick stick
Make home fix-ups easy and chemical-free with the UGlu adhesive strip system, which is powerful enough to hang artwork or hold down carpeting. UGlu is odorless, acid-free, waterproof and has no volatile organic compounds that can irritate allergies or asthma through exposure. Prices start at $2.99 at select Walgreens.
Ahead of the curve
Find out which appliances are to blame for those costly energy bills with the P3 International P4400 Kill-A-Watt Electricity Usage Monitor. Use the information to calculate electrical expenses by day, week, month or year. About $30 at .
Eco update
Post-it notes used to be considered wasteful by green-savvy consumers. Enter the company’s pads made in part from recycled paper. Plus, they’re stylish, bright and fun. $15.99 for a 12-pack at select Target stores or online at .
Coddle your lawn
Consider a cordless electric mower rather than the traditional gas-guzzler. Black & Decker’s lineup of lawn mowers, trimmers and blowers are emission-free. Plus, the products use an interchangeable battery. This 24-amp, 19-inch push mower is $399 at Lowe’s stores or online at .
