It's that time of year again when we give presents to friends, family, and acquaintances. Ideally, you want to give everyone a gift that is as original as possible, but that is easier said than done. That's why this blog lists some eco-friendly gift ideas that are always a hit!
What makes a gift eco-friendly?
An eco-friendly gift is not just a gift for someone else, but also for the environment. When selecting materials, the environmental impact is often carefully considered. For example, bamboo is often used instead of wood, because this plant grows faster and absorbs more carbon dioxide. In addition, eco-friendly gifts use biodegradable or reusable packaging, which still looks great! People often think that eco-friendly gifts cost much more than non-eco-friendly ones. But in reality, it's usually not that bad at all! Read more about the costs of sustainable living here.
Gifts for the kitchen
Around the holidays, an incredible amount of delicious food is eaten. All those delicacies also lead to plenty of leftovers that you don't want to throw away. With the Vegan Food Wraps, leftovers are easy to pack and they stay fresh longer too. The wraps are made of organic cotton and are easy to wash and reuse. This way, you no longer have to use endless amounts of sticky plastic wrap; a few Vegan Food Wraps are all you need!
In winter, people often drink tasty warm beverages to warm up from the cold weather or to stay cozy indoors. With the double-walled stainless steel thermos bottle, coffee, tea, or hot chocolate stay warm for up to 12 hours! This makes it easy to take along on a walk through the woods, to work, or on a day out. Prefer cold drinks? That's also possible, as your drinks will stay chilled for up to 24 hours!
When buying fruit and vegetables, many plastic bags are still used for packaging. A real shame, because we throw those bags away every single time! Sakwabags are made of organic cotton and are breathable for fruit and vegetables. Moreover, this set also includes a bread bag, which is perfect for packing whole loaves or bread rolls! Because the bags are made of organic cotton, they can be washed and reused. This way, you don't have to use new bags every time!
Gifts for the bathroom
Around the holidays, everyone always looks impeccable. The best dresses are pulled out of the closet, patent leather shoes are dusted off, and hair is given an extra brushing. A classic shaving set is a must for your holiday routine. The Banbu shaving set is made of high-quality eco-friendly materials. The razor can be used for several years; only the blade needs to be replaced. By placing the brush and the razor in the holder, they also dry faster, causing the materials to wear out less quickly!
Banbu's solid soaps are a popular alternative to soaps and shampoos in plastic bottles. The solid products are available as soap, as well as shampoo and conditioner. This way, almost no packaging is used, saving you a lot of plastic! With this set, you get a small version of everything, so you can try them all out. Pro tip: Banbu also has a special soap for dogs!
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