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More people than ever before are considering the environmental impact of what they buy, and choosing fewer single-use plastics and reusable items when possible.
As Christmas approaches, we will also transform our climate awareness into gifts we buy.
This may mean considering second-hand gifts or finding a sustainable exchange for what you usually buy-either way, you don't need to compromise on quality.
No matter who you buy for this holiday season, there is an environmentally friendly gift that can make them happy and benefit the planet.
We have collected some top gifts with green elements, so you can give gifts without guilt.
There are children's toys, beauty products, household items, etc., suitable for environmentalists of all ages.
Mifuko employs more than 700 employees in Kenya, Tanzania and Ethiopia who use local materials to reduce their carbon footprint.
Their baskets — brand new available on eBay — are made of partially recycled or excess plastic, making them durable and easy to keep clean.
Each has a label with the name of the person who made it, so your gift recipient can see the story behind their planting/storage solution.
Buy from eBay For Change, and a small basket starts at £34.
Adidas and the environmental non-profit organization Parley for the Ocean have a long-term partnership. They redesign classic products to be made of plastic recycled from the ocean.
This bottle helps reduce the number of disposable water bottles that are discarded, or you can choose a collaborative garment woven directly from marine plastic.
Weighting blankets are one of the current products, and people claim that they can reduce anxiety symptoms and help rest and relax.
This product from Nectar is made of Portuguese organic cotton and does not contain any chemicals or dyes, so your relaxation will not be affected by climate issues.
Purchase from Nectar for £91 (original price of £130).
If the person you are buying wants to reduce their consumption or waste, SodaStream may be the way to go.
Instead of buying bottled sodas, they can make them themselves and carry them with them. It can save them cash and it can do a good job.
SodaStream's starter pack is priced at 59.99 pounds.
Children who love nature will see cute animals in the form of their favorite toys, but you will know that they are playing ethical things.
Living Nature’s plush toys are filled with recyclable post-consumer PET plastic and are packaged in recyclable packaging. In addition, you can use them to teach children about endangered species and protecting habitats.
The smaller Living Nature plush toys start at £10.99. This cute piggy toy sells for £15.99.
Especially considering how much hand sanitizer we have used in the past year or two, nourishing skin care products must be used this winter.
Gherane's Universal Balm is not a petroleum-based balm containing crude oil by-products, but a combination of cocoa butter, olive oil and other COSMOS ORGANIC ingredients certified by the Soil Association.
Makes dry lips and cracked elbows work easily without using petrochemical products to be effective.
Buy it directly from Gherane for £24.
Active gift recipients will love this Palm to Soul yoga mat.
The top uses vegan suede to increase grip, while the bottom layer is made of bio-rubber, which is an alternative to standard materials made using renewable energy.
Moreover, by purchasing through Barnardo's, you also add a charity element.
Buy it from Barnardo's online store for £41.75 (original price £48).
Bare Kind donated 10% of all profits from its socks to Dialogue Charity.
The funds donated by these penguins will be donated to the South African Coastal Bird Conservation Foundation, which is responsible for repairing injured or sick birds—especially endangered species such as African penguins.
Bamboos made from them are more sustainable than cotton, and have moisture-wicking properties, which can adjust the temperature to keep your feet warm and dry.
Buy it from The Big Issue store for £7.50.
The Fiils Starter Pack is an easy way to start an ecological journey without compromising your style.
Purchasing such a two-piece set, you will get two metal finish metal bottles of your choice, as well as a bag of shampoo and conditioner.
Once the bottle is full, simply send your refill bag back (use the closed recycling box for free) and re-order when needed. Using less plastic, the container looks more beautiful in the bathroom.
Give them a gift that they will never have to use makeup remover wipes again, using a microfiber cloth that does not require chemicals to clean your face.
Even the most stubborn cosmetics can be removed with only water, thereby reducing the need to spend on fancy cleansers. Then it can be stuffed in the wash and used repeatedly.
We like this one from Donna May London, especially because every £2 sold will be donated to the cancer support charity Look Good Feel Better.
Buy it from Donna May London for £12.
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Choosing which beauty product can be difficult, most beauty products will have some impact on the environment (regardless of its ingredients or packaging).
Oops! Make skin care products play a good role in calming acne and sensitive skin. Certified organic ingredients such as rosehip oil and tea tree are the "90% active ingredients" in these products, which kill bacteria and reduce spot size.
It is sold to teenagers, but critics say it is also suitable for adult skin.
Buy it from Green People for £35.
Locally made gifts can help reduce your carbon footprint and support small businesses, such as this blanket made in Wales.
It is suitable for picnics or beach days, but it is especially suitable for dog walkers who can throw the car in the back seat to protect the car from mud.
Olive and Berry uses recyclable packaging and focuses on environmentally friendly manufacturing, and also uses recycled plastic bottles to make dog beds.
Purchase £30 from Olive and Berry.
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