Valentine's Day is fast approaching, and if you're looking for that perfect gift for your man, why not try showering him with eco-friendly Valentine's Day gifts this year? A non-toxic, eco-friendly gift will have him gushing over your thoughtful, conscious gift-giving skills! Here are 7 eco-friendly Valentine's Day Gifts your man will love.
1 Northwood Rings Bentwood Wooden Ring
Handcrafted in Nova Scotia by a husband and wife team, these wooden rings are masculine, beautiful and totally unique. Plus, they're way more affordable than gold and they have a stunning earthy look! There are lots of styles to choose from, including ones with gold inlays, and an astonishing array of wood choices. It's this uniqueness that earned these gorgeous rings the top spot on my list of eco-friendly Valentine's Day gifts.
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2 Nardo's Natural Men's Aftershave Lotion
Enriched with organic aloe and organic coconut (the main ingredients!), this light, citrus-y smelling aftershave lotion is gentle, non-toxic and effective. Free from parabens, dyes and harsh chemicals, it's become my husband's go-to aftershave. He suffers from rosacea, and this is the first aftershave that doesn't irritate his sensitive skin! A must-have for your man.
3 Subrr Original Cork Wallet
Cork is naturally water-resistant, as durable as leather, and 100% vegan. Considering how durable they are, they're also very reasonably priced, starting at only $10. The original (Casablanca) Subbr Cork Wallet holds 1-10 cards, plus folded cash, and is totally stylish. Eco-chic for dudes!
4 TOMS Natural Burlap Classics Slip-on Shoes
These rugged yet fashionable shoes are light, comfortable and made with a burlap upper. Not into beige? They're also available in black. As if that didn't make them cool enough, TOMS has a "buy one, give one" policy. For every pair of shoes purchased, they donate a pair to a child in need. So your man gets one of the coolest eco-friendly Valentine's Day gifts ever, and someone else benefits too. Awesome!
5 OhSudz Gifts Anatomical Heart T-Shirt
Screen-printed by hand, this vibrant red t-shirt (made by the ethical-minded Alternative Apparel) features an awesome anatomically-correct heart - perfect for Valentine's Day! It would look great with dark-wash jeans and a conservative black jacket for dinner out, wouldn't it?You could even get one to match - the women's version is a soft heather grey, so you won't clash - how sweet!
6 Jane Iredale H/E Kit for Men
Featuring a non-toxic, non-girly lip balm, a facial brush and washing glove, this kit comes in a masculine travel bag. Green beauty guru Jane Iredale hasn't forgotten that men need pampering too, and neither should you! I also love that everything in the line is PETA-certified cruelty-free, meaning it's never tested on animals, only on humans, like your guy.
7 Wood & Matter Wooden Cufflinks
Handcrafted in Toronto using only local and sustainable species, these wooden cufflinks are a beautiful and original choice to gift your man with this Valentine's Day. He'll be the talk on any special occasion with these one-of-a-kind cufflinks! The box they come in is pretty cool, too, isn't it?
With so many marvelously thoughtful and clever eco-friendly gifts to choose from, there's bound to be something on this list that's Cupid-approved for your guy. Which of these goodies do you think your man would love best? What sort of other eco-friendly Valentine's Day gifts would you buy for your guy?