Our Friday column writers over at Healing Lifestyles & Spas have awarded a brand new batch of eco-friendly, planet-approved products for their Second Annual Earth Day Beauty Awards.

The best in hair, face, body and cosmetics have been scrupulously examined. Only products that meet the highest standards (free of Parabens, phthalates, triclosan, or formaldehyde) make top marks. Make a change, look hot, save the planet—I’m sold. And hey, most of the products are AFFORDABLE! I know, we were pleasantly surprised, too.

And the 2011 winners are…

Best Shampoo: Desert Essence Organics Green Apple Ginger Shampoo

Best Facial Scrub: Collective Wellbeing Honey Buff (5.1 oz; $15)

Best Body Lotion: Acure Organics Cocoa Butter and CoQ10 Unscented Lotion (7 oz; $9.99)

Best Mascara: 100% Pure Fruit Pigmented Mascara in Black Tea ($18)

Continue on to see the full list of award-winning products HERE.

How ready are you for the summer? I’m not asking if you bought your cage heels or floral prints, but whether or not you’re prepared to take care of your skin. Here is one inexpensive sun care item to keep on your radar for the summer.

UVSunSense wristbands are a simple way to help prevent overexposure to the sun. Place the band around your wrist (it will turn purple to indicate that it’s working), slab on your sunscreen, and relax. The purple tone will start to fade as you tan, and once the band is no longer purple that’s your indication to reapply sunscreen. Keep in mind it’s designed to work with SPF 15 or higher. Someone tell Kim Kardashian about this!

Happens every time: I’m watching my face and water is dripping down my arms, going into my hair and all over the bathroom floor. Then I discovered (insert best infomercial voice) Tassi!

It’s a super-charged headband made of comfy terry cloth that protects your hair and everything else from getting wet. It comes in a dozen colors so you can look stylish even when you’re washing your face. Fantassi-tic!

Click here to order your Tassi

Tomorrow, Friday the 13th (spooky!), kicks off New York Fashion Week. My fashion friends are knee-deep in show RSVPs, conflicting schedules and after-party invites. Poor them, right? But as glam as it all sounds a week of non-stop running around the tents takes a toll on even the dewiest of faces. We recommend they enter to win this skyn ICELAND Renewal Kit. What does the product do?

“First, they help repair signs of premature aging caused by chronic stress. Then they infuse skin with radiance, vitality and moisture.”

Sounds just what young fashionistas need after the most hectic week of their year. So get to entering, ladies! Oh and don’t forget about your poor, tired feet.