24 Eco-Friendly Gifts for the Tree-Hugger

The Allbirds brand is committed to sustainability, creating shoes from tree fiber that uses 95% less water than cotton, wool that uses 65% less energy than typical materials, recycled plastic water bottles to make laces, and renewable sugarcane from Brazil to craft the soles. And if all that sounds too good to be true, you should know that they’re also, in our opinion, the comfiest shoes ever created.

Equally enjoyable for kids and adults, Botanicum is a beautifully illustrated guide to plant life that’ll have you eager to learn everything you can on the topic.

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Girlfriend Collective leggings are a favorite for their beautiful color selection and comfortable fit, but they're also sustainably produced from recycled materials. In fact, every pair from the LITE collection helps remove two pounds of waste from the oceans, and the brand donates a percentage of sales to Healthy Seas, a non-profit that recovers fishing nets from the sea and turns them into textiles.

This award-winning cleanser from Eminence cools and balances skin with key ingredients like cucumber juice, yogurt, and willow bark extract—and you can always count on the brand to be organic, biodynamic, sustainable, and cruelty-free.

No skintight skinny jeans or fussy straps here—this laid-back, flowy, organic cotton dress is made for breezy bohemian types.

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Tired of replacing your cheap sheets year after year as they invariably wear down? Surprise your partner by redoing your room with sustainable, Fair Trade-certified bedding made from 100% organic cotton that wears well over time.

Kate McLeod's moisturizing body stones use blends of natural oils and butters to soften and nourish skin—and they're packaged in plastic-free, zero waste, reusable bamboo canisters. Our favorite is the Daily Stone, scented with rose, neroli, and frankincense essential oils. Glide it across your body after you shower instead of lotion for restored and glowing skin. 

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An alternative to single-use plastic wrap (which doesn’t biodegrade and lingers in the environment for thousands of years), these washable sustainably-sourced beeswax wraps can be used to cover food over and over again. They even have natural antibacterial qualities to keep food fresher.

These sheet masks moisturize and balance skin through proven organic formulas, without any chemical preservatives, alcohols, sulfates, or other harmful ingredients. Plus, they’re not tested on animals, and they come in plastic-free packaging.

The perfect stocking stuffer for a tree-hugger? A cleansing bundle of sage to purify their space.

House of Marley’s portable Bluetooth speaker is made from responsibly-harvested natural bamboo, reclaimed organic cotton fabric, and renewable hemp to create a stylish design that’s also eco-friendly.

The bandana trend is still going strong (they make perfect neck scarves and hair accessories), so gift your environmentalist friend one they’ll feel good wearing. This collection was block printed by hand on Indian cotton in collaboration with Nani Pani, a company that supports artisan communities and sustainable craft.

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At Catbird, all jewelry is made right in the Brooklyn studio, using ethically-sourced (often recycled) materials and minimizing environmental impact.

These made-to-last, old-school-but-cool-again shoes are a staple in every boho-leaning closet.

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Send some positive vibes to a loved one with a Himalayan salt lamp, which purifies air and emits calm amber light for soothing stress-relief.

In an industry notorious for environmental waste and poor working conditions, Ace & Jig stands out as a brand with integrity. The company works closely with artisan weavers in India to create custom textiles, guided by values of slow fashion, no waste, and ecology.

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For the environmentally-conscious beauty lover, consider this revitalizing serum by Kypris, which uses natural, organic, sustainable ingredients like fermented pumpkin enzymes to soften skin and Hawaiian sea algae to hydrate.

Gift this super-dainty pavé daisy ring to your favorite bell-bottom-wearing, ‘70s-loving flower child.

This classic 1994 book describes the Japanese philosophy of imperfection and humility. It’s a must-read for the philosophy-minded creatives in your life.

These cyan pillow slips by Deiji Studios will add a touch of luxury to any bedroom. Made from 100% stonewashed French linen, they're highly breathable and completely biodegradable.

Prevent plastic waste by using a shampoo bar instead of a conventional bottle—this vegan one from Christophe Robin blends aloe vera and other natural ingredients to restore hydration to the hair.

Help a friend reach their zero-waste goals by gifting stylish reusable silicone bags to pack lunch in. No more paper and plastic!

Made from only natural and biodegradable components, Sprout pencils are filled with seeds to be repurposed into plants after you no longer need them. Just stick these in some soil, add water and sunlight, and watch them grow into basil, flax, and thyme.

For your most free-spirited friend, this wild plum and cannabis blossom travel candle will make any new place feel right at home.