Staff Picks

Written by Leigh Matthews, BA Hons, H.Dip. NT

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Leigh Matthews, BA Hons, H.Dip. NT

Sustainability Expert

Leigh Matthews is a sustainability expert and long time vegan. Her work on solar policy has been published in Canada's National Observer.

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Many of our readers come to LeafScore to find the best eco-friendly products and up to date information about the environmental impact of our buying decisions. For those who want to “cut to the chase” and find the products that we believe are the most exceptional, our staff, headed by Leigh, has assembled staff picks for each category listed below. When you buy through links on this page, we may earn an affiliate commission.

Auto Products

Siemens VersiCharge Home Charger

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NEMA 4 rated, made with some recycled materials, and offered with 3-year warranty

Amazon

Enel X JuiceBox Pro 40A

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Suitable for outdoor use with hardwire or plug-in options

Amazon

Bosch Level 2 Plug-in EV400 Charger Series

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Quality, speedy charging & portability from an eco-minded company

Amazon

Baby & Kids Products

Hevea 2-in-1 Baby Glass Bottle with Star Ball Cover

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Amazon

Green Cradle Hardwood Cradle

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Hardwood cradle made with scrupulous safety standards, beautiful designs, and impeccable materials

Green Cradle

Natracare Organic Cotton Baby Wipes

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The most eco-friendly, biodegradable, and compostable disposable baby wipes on the market

Amazon

ImseVimse Organic Cotton Washable Reusable Baby Wipes

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Reusable baby wipes made from 100% GOTS-certified organic cotton flannel and low-impact dyes

Amazon

Finn + Emma Toys

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Safe and sturdy toys made from real wood, eco-friendly dyes, and 100% organic cotton

Finn + Emma

IQAir Atem Personal Air Purifier

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Our top nursery air purifier pick: lightweight, high-quality HEPA air filter that removes 99% of particles

Amazon

Burt’s Bees Organic Cotton Change Pad Covers

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Change pad covers made from 100% organic, GOTS-certified breathable cotton that’s machine washable

Amazon

Naturepedic Organic Cotton Change Table Pad

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Both GOTS and Greenguard Gold certified, free from vinyl, PVC, phthalates, PFCs, and more

Naturepedic

Bath Products

Rockwell 6C Razor

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Made from high-end materials built to last a lifetime while offering six levels of blade gap to tailor your shave

Amazon

Ursa Major Hoppin’ Fresh Deodorant

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Made primarily with baking soda, kaolin clay, natural oils, and saccharomyces culture to fight bacteria

Walmart

Foreo Issa 2

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Made from non-toxic, petroleum-free silicone with brush heads that last a year, and a charge that lasts months

Foreo

Just the Goods Vegan Hand + Body Lotion and Body Butters

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Made with 100% natural preservative-free ingredients in recycled and BPA-free containers

Just the Goods

Tom’s of Maine Wicked Fresh Mouthwash

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No artificial colors, flavors, fragrances, preservatives, or animal ingredients – completely natural ingredients

Target

Mühle Silvertip Synthetic Shaving Brush 31M89

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Easy to clean and maintain shaving brush made from synthetic fibers that create a rich lather

Amazon

Meow Meow Tweet! Lavender Coconut Milk Shampoo Bar

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Zero-waste shampoo bar that’s made in the USA with organic, vegan-friendly, and fair trade ingredients

EarthHero

Maintain HiBAR Conditioner Bar

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Conditioner bar made from plant-based ingredients free from parabens, sulfates, silicons, gluten, and more

Target

Bedroom Products

Natural Bliss Plushbeds vegan mattress

PlushBeds Natural Bliss Mattress

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Eco-INSTITUT certified 100% organic foam mattress made from natural latex and organic cotton. Vegan and non-toxic.

PlushBeds

Avocado Mattress Topper

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Certified vegan and filled with GOLS organic certified latex that’s durable and naturally antimicrobial

Avocado

Buffy Cloud Comforter

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Super-soft eucalyptus fabric shell that’s filled with BPA-free recycled PET fibers from plastic bottles

Amazon

Savvy Rest Organic Kapok Pillow

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Stuffed with pure organic kapok and encased in certified organic cotton while remaining fully customizable

Savvy Rest

Coyuchi Diamond-Stitch Organic Cotton Comforter

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GOTS-certified, breathable, hypoallergenic, and made with only natural and renewable materials.

The Ultimate Green Store

PlushBeds Organic Cotton Sateen Sheet Set

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300 thread count sheets made with GOTS-certified organic Egyptian cotton free from dyes or chemicals

PlushBeds

PlushBeds Handmade Luxury Wool Comforter

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Premium eco-wool fill encased in organic cotton sateen that’s OEKO-TEX, GOTS, and GreenGuard Gold certified

Plushbeds

Cosmetics Products

Keeki Pure & Simple Glitter Nail Polish

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Water-based glitter nail polish that gets its notable shimmer from mica as opposed to plastics like usual

Amazon

Block Island Organics Natural Mineral Sunscreen, SPF 30

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EWG award-winning reef-safe sunscreen made from organic ingredients and non-nano zinc oxide

Amazon

100% Pure Fruit Pigmented® Pomegranate Oil Anti Aging Lipstick

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Made in the USA from fruit pigments, all natural, cruelty-free, and vegan-friendly lipstick

100% Pure

100% Pure Fruit Pigmented® Ultra Lengthening Mascara

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Water-resistant and chemical-free mascara made from natural pigments from berries, black tea, and cocoa

Walmart

Honeybee Gardens Nail Polish

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Vegan-friendly, Feingold and PETA-certified Cruelty-Free nail polish that ditches common toxic chemicals

Walmart

Elate Cosmetics

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Certified B Corporation that offers reusable, refillable bamboo palettes and compacts in recyclable tins

Elate Cosmetics

Closet Products

Pixie Mood

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Pixie Mood

WVSport Waterproof Hiking Boots

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Carbon neutral and ethically made with waterproof seams, a sealed tongue, and a waterproof membrane

Will’s Vegan Store

Maggie’s Organics Socks

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Socks made from GOTS-certified fibers, and USDA certified organic wool shipped in biodegradable packaging

EarthHero

Nae

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Nae shoes are made from materials including recycled bottles, rubber tires, cork, organic cotton, and more.

Nae

iLoveBad Hemp & Organic Cotton Boxer Briefs

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Durable underwear made from a blend of GOTS-certified organic cotton and sustainable natural hemp

iLoveBad

Solios

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A solar-powered watch made by a certified B Corporation using materials that are as eco-friendly as possible

Solios

Isabella Oliver Maternity Wear

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Maternity-friendly staples derived from organic cotton blends and sustainably-harvested wood pulp

Isabella Oliver

Boyish

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Climate-neutral company making eco-friendly denim from GOTS-certified organic cotton, and recycled materials

Boyish

Fitness Products

Suga Yoga Mats

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100% crafted from recycled wetsuits and designed to specific tolerances for density, tackiness, and durability

Amazon

Gurus Roots Cork Yoga Mat

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Naturally antimicrobial thanks to its recycled cork top layer in addition to a a natural rubber base layer

Amazon

Specialized S-Works Turbo Creo SL

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The most eco-friendly e-bike around that pairs performance and style for a true road bike feel

Specialized

Salomon

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Sustainably made skis by a socially engaged company that’s been around since 1947

The Peak Ski and Sports

Garden Products

Ego LB6504 Power+ 650 CFM

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Lightweight cordless leaf blower that packs a powerful punch.

Amazon

Champion 73536i Portable Inverter Generator

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A low emissions stackable inverter generator that’s quiet, portable, high-performing, and budget-friendly

Amazon

Ego LM2102SP and LM2142SP

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Foldable for easy storage, weather-resistant, and hands-down the best electric lawn mower on the market today

Amazon

Goal Zero Yeti 3000x Lithium Portable Power Station

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Gasoline-free, silent power station that offers 3,500 Watts surge/start-up power in a portable form

Amazon

Hoss Garden Seeder

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Simplicity for seeding mixed with high-quality construction and rugged functionality by US-based company

Hoss

EGO Power+ SN2102

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The full power of a gas engine in an electric snow blower capable of clearing heavy, wet snow with ease

Amazon

EGO 18-Inch Cordless Chainsaw CS1800

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More affordable and efficient than many less powerful chainsaws on the market while cutting out a need for gas

Amazon

Nature Power 2000 W Marine Wind Turbine Power Generator

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A great wind turbine option for those living in wet and windy areas suitable for charging a 24 V battery

Amazon

Kitchen Products

Zungleboo Nari Dinner Plates

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Amazon

Panasonic NN-SN966S Stainless Steel Microwave

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High-powered, high-capacity microwave that’s perfect for big families or those who love cooking bigger items

Amazon

Ethical Bean

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Great tasting fair trade coffee that’s certified organic, and roasted in a LEED standard energy-efficient factory

Amazon

Beyond Good

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Chocolates from a company that is USDA Organic, Project non-GMO verified, vegan, kosher, and gluten-free

Amazon
Traditional Medicinals Green Tea

Traditional Medicinals Tea

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100% certified organic teas with Fair Trade certifications made by a longstanding certified B Corporation

Amazon

Liebherr UR 500

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Eco-conscious mini-fridge made by a company with a track record for sustainable initiatives and measures

Amazon

Grosche Melbourne Bamboo and Cork French Press

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Eco-friendly multi-use French press from a certified B Corp dedicated to supporting safe drinking water

Amazon

Lodge Cast Iron Chef Collection Skillet

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High-quality pans at attractive prices made to hold up for decades with proper care – the standard for cast iron

Wayfair

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