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This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at MNSU chapter.

The Holidays can be a stressful time from buying gifts to hosting parties. During this time, it’s easy to forget that our planet is suffering and there’s plenty of things that we can do to help it. Make a goal for this holiday season to continue the traditional gift giving but while being conscious of your carbon footprint. Luckily for you, I found some amazing eco-friendly items that would make great gifts for anyone this holiday season.

    All of the items in this article come from the Package Free Shop based in New York. Package Free Shop was founded by Lauren Singer, the pioneer of the zero waste movement. The brands sold through Package Free are individual brands that all share a goal to better the planet and are made for all ranges of people. The main goal of Package Free is to reduce usage of plastic packaging and waste in order to keep plastics out of our landfills and oceans. You’re bound to find something on Package Free for everyone on your Christmas list.

 

  1. Biodegradable Hair Ties

https://packagefreeshop.com/collections/package-free-products/products/biodegradable-hair-ties-pack

 Everyone needs them! Biodegradable hair ties are something almost everyone needs and they would make a great secret santa item or stocking stuffer!

 

  1. Reusable Bamboo Cutlery Set

    

https://packagefreeshop.com/collections/package-free-products/products/to-go-ware

Say goodbye to single use plastic silverware and straws! The reusable bamboo set is perfect for on the go and you’ll feel so much better for not using up so much plastic. Its super cute, lightweight and all natural!

 

  1. Soy Candle

https://packagefreeshop.com/collections/package-free-products/products/9oz-soy-candle

Although Bath and Body Works candles smell amazing, have you ever researched the amount of toxics in their products? Soy candles burn for so much longer and you’re not burning harmful chemicals in your home. Package Free offers three all natural scents.

 

  1. Body Salt Scrub

     

https://packagefreeshop.com/collections/package-free-products/products/body-salt-scrub

Perfect Item to add to anyone’s self love routine as well as an amazing treat-yourself necessity. 

 

  1. Shampoo Bar

https://packagefreeshop.com/collections/package-free-products/products/meow-meow-tweet-rosemary-avocado

    A shampoo bar is a perfect gift for anyone and it’s the perfect sustainable item! No more plastic shampoo bottles. This is just one example of the numerous types of shampoo and conditioner bars that Package Free Shop offers. They even sell dog shampoo bars for all the dog owners out there!

 

  1. Biodegradable Glitter (a personal fav)

    

    https://packagefreeshop.com/collections/package-free-products/products/biodegradable-glitter

    Traditional glitter is made with petroleum based which is VERY harmful to the earth.The glitter offered on Package Free is plant based and biodegradable so no harm is caused to the earth. The glitter is also cosmetic grade and just as sparkly as petroleum based glitter.

 

  1. Mini Vibrator 

https://packagefreeshop.com/collections/package-free-products/products/eco-bullet-vibrator

If you were looking for a christmas gift for yourself or a significant other and wanted something a little spicier than this mini vibrator is for you (Package free also sells full size vibrators). Made from recycled materials and its biodegradable. More importantly, this eco friendly vibrator is made out of eco and body friendly materials. No harm to you and no harm to the earth.

 

Package free stop doesn’t just stop at the seven items included in this article. They truly have everything you could possibly imagine and all of their products are 100% sustainable and eco friendly. Package Free Shop is affordable for everyone and there’s items for all types of humans. Remember to be conscientious of the footprint you’re leaving on this planet and try to buy eco friendly.  

 

Hi! My names Maddy and I'm a junior majoring in communication studies and minoring in gender and women studies as well as art. Feminism and environmentalism are very important to me and some other things I enjoy are coffee, photography, plants and concerts.
I am senior at MNSU and am studying to get a degree in Marketing with a minor in Mass Media. I love cooking, being around friends and family, going on little adventures, and just having fun.