Spring arrived in the Highlands today! It was beautiful clear and sunny with lovely blue skies. In the Spring thoughts turn to love and romance so I was intrigued to find some information on greening your love life.

Organic Lubricants

Companies are starting to make lubricants free of parabens and petro-chemicals, like Babeland Naturals Organic Lube. Kissed with skin-healing aloe and organic flowers, such products get away from anything artificial. Some people are turned off by the color (brown), but all things considered, this dark shade is a lot sexier than putting petroleum products on your body.

Organic Cotton sheets

Make over your bed with silky organic cotton. These eco-friendly, luxury sheets are made from cotton  grown without pesticides and harsh chemicals.

 Eco-Lingerie

Slippery and stylish, eco-undies and other fine undergarments are now made of hemp silk, organic cotton, bamboo, and other renewable fibers, from companies like American Apparel Organics and the United Kingdom’s Enamore.

 Environmentally Friendly Condoms

Contraceptives, in general, are a great idea for keeping the Earth’s population under control. So if you use condoms, and all you and your partner have to worry about is pregnancy, you may want to consider the sheep skin condom.

This condom is biodegradable. It does not, however, protect lovers against sexually transmitted infections, including HIV.

I have absolutely no idea where you buy these!

Phthalate-Free Vibrators

In the last few years, consumers have become increasingly concerned about chemicals called phthalates, a substance of phthalic acid used to soften plastics for more of a jelly-feel. According to the U.S. Center for Disease Control, high doses of phthalates can change hormone levels, causing birth defects.

The concern is so great that the European Union banned a number of phthalates from children’s toys in 2004. Consider, too, that a study conducted for Greenpeace Netherlands found that the ratio of sex toys that tested positive for phthalates was 7:8. (They ranged in concentration from 24 to 51 percent).

In response, the sex toy industry has started to make vibrators out of elastomer, a latex-free material that doesn’t contain phthalate. When it comes to sex toys in general, look for those made of hard plastic, Lucite, acrylic, glass, metal or elastomer. Rechargeable or solar-powered help the planet even more.

Certified Fair Trade Chocolate

This sweet treat has long been a delight of lovers looking to seduce one another. What many don’t know, however, is that its production involves the exploitation of cocoa farmers and child labor in harvesting the cocoa beans. So go for chocolatiers who practice fair trade, using cocoa from companies like Cocoa Camino. Your money will help to improve farming practices and schools in developing countries.

Local Flowers

When wooing your lover, try to use locally grown or seasonal flowers. They’re right there and don’t require using as many fossil fuels by coming from miles away!

Organic Wine made from organically grown grapes without any added sulfites.

Bicycling instead of driving when going on a date

— Snuggling together as a means to stay warm keeps the thermostat lower, helping energy reduction and climate change

— Using soy, beeswax or vegetable candles to invite sensual moments while reducing your energy bill (Note: Natural waxes burn longer, cleaner and more evenly than paraffin candles).

Well all that should keep you busy!