If the pandemic has taught us anything, it's the urgency to live in the present while thinking about our collective future. There aren't as many cars on the road or planes in the air these days, and I imagine it feels like a present to Mother Nature.
As you complete your holiday shopping this year, consider how you can continue to lessen your impact on the environment [1]. To get you started, I've curated 21 earth-friendly gifts that will add practicality to your loved ones' lives and encourage more sustainable practices [2].
Plastic Free Produce Bags
These Plastic Free Produce Bags [4] ($15) will go a long way in helping them discard their single-use items.
Reusable Grocery Tote Bag
Bring some humor and sustainability to their shopping habits with this Reusable Grocery Tote Bag [5] ($12).
Reusable Cotton Bowl Covers
These Reusable Cotton Bowl Covers [6] ($8 and up) are so cute, they'll start using them right away.
S'well Black Diamond Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle
They'll do away with plastic bottles altogether, thanks to this S'well Black Diamond Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle [7] ($27, originally $35).
Golde Complete Beauty + Wellness Kit
The founders of Golde are on a mission to make self-care accessible, easy and most importantly clean. Their products are designed to make you look and feel good, and this Golde Complete Beauty + Wellness Kit [8] ($150, originally $165) is the ultimate treat.
Living Composter
They can repurpose their food scraps with this odorless Living Composter [9] ($199).
The Zero Waste Cookbook: 100 Recipes for Cooking without Waste
The Zero Waste Cookbook: 100 Recipes for Cooking without Waste [10] ($23) will teach them how to extend the life cycle of their food, for a more socially conscious, waste-free lifestyle.
Eugenia Flats
These stylish and extremely versatile Eugenia Flats [11] ($268) are produced in small quantities, and designed to reduce waste and energy.
AAKS Hand Crafted Raffia Bag
Give the gift of something truly unique with the AAKS Hand Crafted Raffia Bag [12] ($237). It's made in Ghana using ecologically grown raffia from family farmers.
Atlas Cork Planters
Whether they use them as utensil holders, actual planters or a storage solution, these eco-friendly Atlas Cork Planters [13] ($41) will add some stylish functionality to their space.
Smart Kitchen Multi-Herb Garden
They can grow fresh thyme, basil, parsley and other herbs with this compact Smart Kitchen Multi-Herb Garden [14] ($200).
Klur Supreme Seed Purification Mask
Give the gift of good skin with this clean and cruelty-free Klur Supreme Seed Purification Mask [15] ($60).
Reusable Cotton Rounds (Set of 10 )
I'm totally sold on these Reusable Cotton Rounds (Set of 10 ) [16] ($10). They are so handy for makeup removal or wiping surfaces.
P.F. Candle Co. Soy Candle
I have this P.F. Candle Co. Soy Candle [17] ($20–$28) and it's one of my favorites. It's vegan, cruelty-free, and phthalate-free.
Natural Coconut Bowl & Spoon Set
This Natural Coconut Bowl & Spoon Set [18] ($17 and up) will be the gift that keeps on giving. It's handmade by artisans in Vietnam.
PUR Home Multi-Surface Cleaner
They'll ditch their old cleaning products, and start using this non-toxic, natural and eco-friendly PUR Home Multi-Surface Cleaner [19] ($9).
Reel Bamboo Toilet Paper
This Reel Bamboo Toilet Paper [20] ($30) is an innovative take on a living essential. Made from sustainable bamboo, using them is one way to give back to the environment.
Organic Honey Moisturizing Lip Mask
They'll treat their lips to this soothing Organic Honey Moisturizing Lip Mask [21] ($11).
Chai Soap Natural Bar
Self-care has never looked cleaner, thanks to this aromatic Chai Soap Natural Bar [22] ($7 and up).
Zero-Waste Grocery Subscription Service
Make their life easier (and greener) with the gift of this Zero-Waste Grocery Subscription Service [23] ($10 and up).
Taoxiwave Solar Power Bank
This Taoxiwave Solar Power Bank [24] ($23, originally $29) is a must for outdoor adventures.