It’s important to help the environment however you can, and thankfully many companies are offering ways to do it. If you find the waste from traditional cosmetics to be a little excessive, check out these five great beauty products that are made with environmental safety in mind.

John Masters Organics is one of the most dependable producers of green beauty supplies, and many people rave about their sea salt sprays. These sprays give your hair a classic beachy look, and their combination of sea salt and lavender protects and hydrates your locks.

Burt’s Bees has made a great reputation for themselves as producers of high-quality lotions and other products. If you want an alternative to traditional alcohol-based hand sanitizers, try their excellent aloe and witch hazel-based product. It kills germs and leaves your hands feeling soft.

The German-made Dr. Hauschka products are very popular among skin care experts, and for good reason. Their rose day cream is made with natural rose petal extracts, and rose wax plus marsh mallow root strengthen and hydrate delicate skin.

To tone and clear up unsightly bags under your eyes, try 100% Pure Coffee Bean Caffeine Eye Cream. Caffeine is a natural tightener, and it constricts blood vessels and makes skin clearer and smoother.

Makeup tools are also made with care for the future of the Earth. The brushes and sponges made by the EcoTools company are crafted from cruelty-free hair on bamboo bodies and natural, recyclable materials and come in a reusable storage pouch.

The Main Street Brewery is located in beautiful downtown Pleasanton, and offers visitors a taste of local pride. Don't let the name fool you, Main Street Brewery is a full fledged New American restaurant, offering everything from burgers to salads to hot vegetarian sandwiches. But let's not forget that it's also a working brewery, offering its own, local, and imported beers from around the world. Whatever your preference, you're sure to find something here to suit your tastebuds. Come on by for a bite and drink and see what the excitement's about!

Best wishes for happiness on Valentine's Day and every day.