7 eco-friendly products that are good for the Earth

Care for your skin as well as the earth. Combine both and you get Earth Care, whose face and body soaps are made from scratch using nature’s bounty, such as herbs and essential oils, seaweed, mud, honey and beetroot. (From RM20)

A clean pet is a happy pet that brings more joy to the home. Max and Ginger can look and smell good with Earthbath’s coat brightening shampoo. Natural minerals and lavender essence form the basis of this gentle soap-free product, which will not wash off topical flea applications. (From US$9.69)

Keep cool in the sun with Earth Heir’s warrior hat, woven by Iban weavers in Sarawak. The points at the top allow for circulation and make a pointed statement about those who value the pliable beauty and versatility of rattan. (RM185)

Organic Zoo’s clothes for small people with big personalities spell comfort and style in a quiet way. This stripy sleepy bodysuit in organic cotton is free from toxic chemicals and made to last. Organic Zoo focuses on quality, fair trade and the environment and hopes to encourage customers to make conscious choices. (£25)

Traditional Malay therapies are known to soothe the body and enhance recovery after childbirth. The Tanamera postnatal care set has 10 products, among them a herbal wash and massage oil, formulated from plant-based ingredients to reenergise the mother, stimulate circulation and relieve skin problems. (RM390)

Sweet dreams are made of gluten-free, stone-ground, al dente brown rice pasta. This Tinkyáda product comes in fun shapes that will have your kids asking for more. Load their plates and not worry about fat, sodium or cholesterol. (S$8.50; The Organic Grocer)

Wheat straw,  traditionally used for fuel, livestock bedding and basket-making,  is the basic material for this 450ml travel bottle produced for Green Planet Concept. It is suitable for hot or cold liquids. You can even smell the wheat when you drink the water. (RM18)