Eco-friendly products are those that have a lower impact on the environment throughout their life cycle, from the raw materials used in their manufacturing to their design, transport to the end-user, their length of use, and their capacity to be recycled. These products are made and manufactured considering sustainability, the environment, human health, and animals. They are designed to promote green living or green manufacturing methods that lessen the amount or types of resources used. Eco-friendly products are often certified by third-party organizations that can verify their sustainability claims. Some criteria that can help identify eco-friendly products include:

• Made using natural materials and ingredients, such as bamboo, unbleached cotton, hemp, organic wool, and other materials.
• Biodegradable or compostable.
• Made from recycled materials in their manufacturing processes.
• Made from renewable, non-toxic resources.
• Have a much lower carbon footprint and use fewer resources in their production and transportation.
• Certified organic, meaning the materials used are free of contaminants, hormones, and pesticides.

Its important to note that eco-friendly products often require more labor-intensive production processes, which often means they take longer to produce. They can also be harder to find due to their reduced demand as compared to traditional items. Additionally, eco-friendly products may not always be as durable or long-lasting as traditional products due to their natural ingredients.