Climate change is an issue that’s very relevant in today’s world.
With electronic gadgets and plastic taking over, it’s time we all took a stand and did our bits to save the planet.
Christmas should be no exception to helping the plant, and there’s a huge market for sustainable gifts out there suitable for family, friends or colleagues in the office.
When making your Christmas lists this year, a little thought for ethical consumerism can go a really long way, and you don’t have to break the bank to do so.
Whoever you’re buying for, we’ve rounded up some of the best sustainable gifts at every price point.
Best sustainable gifts for Christmas
1. MOSKA Facial Ritual Kit
Treat someone you love to a mini spa experience, with this all-natural facial kit from plant-based skin care brand MOSKA.
Using nothing but kind to skin ingredients, this kit has everything you’ll need to pamper yourself and is perfect for travelling with.
Indulge with a lavender and chamomile cleansing oil, wild rose toning mist, wild rose facial elixir and two organic cotton cleansing cloths.
The hand crafted products are beautifully presented in recyclable packaging.
Price: £28, Wearth London – buy here now
2. Collingwood Ecoware Set of 6 Reusable Bags
If you’re on a bid to ditch plastic (well done) these reusable bags are a great option for storing just about anything.
The pack of six contains different sized bags are made from organic cotton, are washing machine safe and also biodegradable.
If used to contain fresh food like vegetables, the breathable packaging will help to keep food fresher for longer – the multi functional bags could also be used for baby clothes, toiletries and anything else your heart desires.
Price: £15.90, Amazon – buy here now
3. Sustainable Wake Cup Zero Waste Gift Set
This stunning gift set has everything needed to be sustainable on the go, doing so in style.
Everything in this kit is formed from sustainably sourced, farmed bamboo – enjoy a vegan rucksack, a water bottle, a coffee cup and two bamboo straws for your bevarages.
10% profits are donated to the eco lead charity partners, The Marine Conservation Society and Plastic Oceans – give someone you love and the environment this special gift.
Price: £55, Not on the high street – buy here now
4. WXY Black Wax Soy Candle
This 100%plant based candle is hand poured and made with palm oil, paraben-free black wax and a wooden wick.
The ethical candle is stored in a black glass jar and has a burning time of up to 40 hours – more than some of the less ethical options out there.
Choose from three unique, available aromas and treat someone to this great cruelty-free gift.
Price: £20, Wearth London – buy here now
5. Vaya Tyffyn Insulated Lunch Box
The Vaya Tyffyn lunch box is a great choice for someone who travels with at least three plastic tubs of lunch everyday.
Banish the plastic and go with this sustainable option, which keeps food warm for up to five hours at a time. It’s also vacuum insulated and leak resistant – so you can be sure your lunch won’t travel far without you.
Two containers within the lunch box mean you can bring hearty and filling meals to work or out and about without compromising on space or having to wait for the microwave.
Price: £35.57, Amazon – buy here now
6. Salter Earth 3pc Bamboo Fibre Round Bowl Set
The three-piece bowl set from Salter is a wonderful eco-friendly alternative to plastic kitchenware and is made from 70% bamboo fibres.
The strong and resilient set of bowls are perfectly dishwasher safe and durable enough to keep up with the demands of the modern, busy kitchen environment.
The set comes with three different sized bowls, so whether it’s soup, cereal or a bowl of popcorn – you’ve got one for that.
Price: £24.23, Amazon – buy here now
7. Kindness Co-op Kids Earth Sweatshirt
The message behind company Kindness co-op is not only an ethical one, but a beautiful one that more companies should consider – on the transition to become more environmentally friendly.
Launched by two friends, the business was launched with ‘ the purpose of promoting kindness towards others, ourselves (especially amongst children) and the environment.
Products from the brand are made from organic and ethically sourced materials; packaging is always recyclable and minimal plastic use is strictly practiced.
Price: £26, Kindness co-op – buy here now
8. F**k Plastic: 101 Ways to Free Yourself from Plastic and Save the World
The title says it all, if you’re serious about saving the planet we live on then, let’s cut out the plastic.
The illustrated book comes with 101 little tips, tricks and hacks you can incorporate a plastic-free way of living into your everyday life.
If you’ve already started on your no plastic journey or you’d like to – this book will help to make you equipped enough to do so.
Price: £6.13 Amazon – buy here now
9. Naked Shave Razor Kit
For the special man if your life, that cares about his beard as much as he cares about the environment.
Kiss goodbye to anything less than a top quality shave and all the plastic stuff with this great alternative, the wooden razor handle and metal head make a duo that is completely waste free.
Included in the kit is an essential oils shaving soap which is vegan friendly, paraben-free, palm oil-free and cruelty free – packed full of natural ingredients with soothing properties.
Price: £26, Wearth London – buy here now
10. So’ Pure Sophie La Girafe Multi-Textured Teether
This Giraffe shaped teething tool will work wonders for your babies itchy gums and is made from 100% natural rubber – so is completely safe for your baby.
The teether features several different textured surfaces for your baby to nibble and dribble on.
The toy is painted with food-grade paint, so parents can rest assured that it’s safe for babies to chew on – the toy is also presented in a lovely gift box, made from recyclable materials.
Price: £13.95, Ethical super store – buy here now
