Holiday Shopping Guide

December 1, 2021

Let’s kick off with some stocking stuffer ideas!

Shampoo, Conditioner and other Bars

Guys, if you haven’t already switched to bars for your hair and skin care needs, DO IT. I’ve been a fan of the shampoo bars for many years and switched my conditioner as well in my continuous quest for a plastic free shower. I’ve also gone to a face and body lotion bars and won’t go back! The bar form easily works as well as your favorite product in a bottle, lasts a long time, and again, added bonus of lowering your waste! I have a few faves (And I’ve tried MANY over the years).

Ethique makes a great conditioner bar (linked here) and plenty of other zero waste products- check them out!

For shampoo bars, I have many that I enjoy. I’ve linked here to a newer one I recently tried from a small woman owned company called The Yellow Bird. They also offered a discount code: Refilleri20. In general, shampoo bars are pretty easy to find. I also like the ones from HiBar and Etee, and Trader Joe’s even makes one that’s pretty good!

My lotion bars are both from Lush Cosmetics. They have en entire “naked” line to check out. All the products come without packaging, and they make great products overall!

Lastly, for your facial care needs, I had the opportunity to try out some lovely bars from For Sea and Oats- another small woman run business. I love the Mango Oat Yogurt Solid Facial Cleanser (linked here as “Bars”). Give it a try yourself!

Deodorant

Yes, I know deodorant is not that sexy of a stocking stuffer. But it’s time to move on from those plastic based packaging ones and on to better options! This is another area I have tried many of over the years. Many of the options out there don’t quite offer the non-stinky-ness I was looking for. However, I recently had the opportunity to try out 2 from PAPR, and these really work! It comes in a cardboard sleeve as well so is fully compostable. They also have different scents to choose from based on your preference!

Produce Bags

This is another one I stuffed all my family’s stockings with a few years ago. A lovely alternative to the plastic produce bags they give away in grocery stores. These are all fairly common to find in retail stores, but I’ve linked here to one of my favorite low-waste goods suppliers, Well Earth Goods. It’s another small family owned business, and always ships super quick!

Phone Case

Did you know there are compostable phone cases? Yes, you read that right. I myself use one with a compostable card sleeve as well from Pela. They have TONS of options for color and designs, and always have amazing sales going on. There a BOGO right now for black Friday, buy a phone case and get free sustainable sunglasses! (Yes, that’s also a thing that makes a great stocking stuffer!)
In general as well, Pela offers all kinds of zero waste options- iPad cases, watch bands, etc. Check them out!

MakeUp Eraser

If you are still using makeup wipes, or makeup remover, stop. Seriously, I was gifted one of these last year for Christmas, and will never go back! It does an amazing job of removing your makeup with just water! A super sustainable option that all ladies will love!
Use code MUE10 for 10% off!

Safety Razor

Anyone else’s mom have one of these back in the day and thought they were crazy? Fast Forward 30 years, and here I am buying myself one of these contraptions. I was honestly SUPER nervous to start using this, but was willing to sacrifice my legs for the zero waste cause. However, it is actually quite easy to use, and ended up not being a sacrifice at all!
There are a few options out there for low waste razors, but I love this one from EcoRoots. It comes in black and this beautiful rose gold (which is the one that adorns my shower) and would make a great gift for anyone!