2025 Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide: Eco-Friendly + Non-Toxic Gifts!

November 24, 2025

Look no further, this is the ultimate eco-conscious holiday gift guide! As usual, the first half of this guide goes over recommendations for gifts you can make, get secondhand, or find sustainably. The second half is where the product links are at. Feel free to use the Table of Contents below to navigate! Everything listed is curated based on sustainability, ingredients, and ethics. Product links are sorted by price, making it easy to find something in your budget. (:

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ICYMI: I now on a refill shop! Some of the products mentioned are from my store. If you are local, we do have delivery options and will be at many holiday markets this season.

The Best Gift Cards to Give for Christmas

Gift cards are great for when you have no clue what to get for someone, but have an idea of where they like to shop. This is always a better option than getting someone a gift you’re unsure of. With a gift card, there’s a higher chance they will get something they like, and they won’t have to return something you bought for them that didn’t work out!

Eco-Conscious Gift Card Options

Experiences to Gift This Season

tickets to a movie, concert, or show – this is so versatile and can be tailored to someone’s interests.
sporting event tickets – great for sports lovers and dads.
skydiving or zip-lining – for the adventurous ones.
cooking class – great to do with a partner!
art class – pottery, painting, etc., for the crafty one.
art museum pass – perfect for the artsy friend.
candle-making class – a nice date night or GNO (if you’re local, Glassnote Candle Bar is great for this!)
spa day – for the luxurious one. great gift for mom!
national park pass – for the adventure and nature lover (these are also very affordable).
wine tasting – (if you’re near the Milwaukee area, check out Nonfiction or Pipsqueak!)
children’s play date – (if you’re near the Milwaukee area, check out Little Village Play Cafe!)
weekend getaway – great for couples.
master class subscription – for those who want to learn a new skill.
compost service subscription: not really an “experience”, but a useful service! good for people that want to compost but don’t have the space or time to take care of it.

Milwaukeeans! Looking for local businesses to support this season?

Check out this blog post! I updated this list very recently (:

small businesses to support in milwaukee

The Best Handmade Gifts

Handmade gifts don’t have to be this intense DIY project that takes you hours, but if you’re a crafty person, putting the time and love into making something is a great way to use your skills and create a meaningful gift! A lot of times going this route can save you money and waste.

candles: can do beeswax or a plant wax blend
knitted scarves or hats: a great way to make a personalized gift!
paintings or drawings
homemade vanilla extract
homemade infused liquor kit
dessert in a jar: layer your dry ingredients and write instructions on a jar to make your fave cookies!
body scrub
recipe book: gather your favorite cozy recipes. could be handwritten or printed!
to-go utensils kit
embroidered clothing: a great way to personalize something.
hot chocolate mix: pair this with thrifted mugs for the sweetest gift.
candied nuts: if you’re not the best at baking, this is an easier option to gift a tasty treat.

Thrifty and Secondhand Gifts

I know not everyone appreciates a good thrift like I do, but finding a great gift secondhand can be just as good or even better than buying something new. This is always a fun way to shop for gifts because you could end up finding something even better than what you had in mind. I posted a reel about this on my Instagram, but here’s a recap of things I covered that make great secondhand gifts:

cookie jars: make your fave cookie recipe and gift it with the jar!
vintage cocktail and wine glasses: you can even make a cute cocktail kit.
thrift glass jars and fill them with homemade candles or body scrub (this is what I’m doing this year!)
picture frames: be sure to insert a photo of you and the recipient or a cute drawing.
books: this will save you so much money.
casserole dishes: when you bring a dish to pass for the holidays, let the host keep the dish!
jewelry and trinket dishes: pair this with a piece of jewelry.
thrifted gift basket: thrift a few items that go along with a theme, and get extras if needed to add to it. (ex. movie night basket, hot cocoa basket, craft night basket)

Eco-Conscious Gifts for Men

Many of my gift recommendations can be for anyone! but I thought it would be helpful to have a small section specifically for guys. If you’re someone who has a granola boyfriend like me or wants to expose the men in your life to a little eco-conscious living, these are some great options.

Little Seed Farm Bourbon Beard Oil: This organic beard oil is great for taming your scruff.
Shaving Kit Gift Box: A plastic-free shave kit? The perfect gift for him!
Organic Brushed Fleece Pullover Hoodie: A good quality sweatshirt made with organic materials is always a great git for him.
- Use code SUSTAINABLEKAY for a discount!
Little Seed Farm Deodorant Cream: This deodorant is more unisex and works great. Good ingredients and plastic free.
Thrive Market Snack Box: Is your man a foodie? Build him a snack box! Great gift for boyfriends, dads, or anyone really. Or even better, get them a Thrive Market subscription for never-ending snacks.
- Discounts applied with link! (Free gift and 30% off your first order)

Gifts for Everyone: My Eco-Conscious Favorites

Obviously, thrifted gifts and handmade things are fun, but I get that they’re not for everyone. Here’s a list of great gift options organized by dollar amount. As always, I so appreciate it if you use my referral links! (:

For those wanting to shop my recommendations in more of a “store format”, I have a list on my Amazon storefront and ShopMy pages with many of these products mentioned here.
Want a broader list of all of my favorite brands? Check out my links and discount codes page!

Gifts for $20 or Less

Wavy Soap Dish: These soap dishes are handmade and won’t get moldy like wooden ones do. Pair this with a bar of soap for a cute gift!
Holiday Hand-Aid: This is a great gift or add-on to a gift basket for your mom, co-worker, or friend. Natural ingredients and smells so good.
Kooshoo Scrunchies: This brand makes the best hair ties and scrunchies. Plastic-free, made with organic cotton, and super durable.
- Use code SUSTAINABLEKAY for a discount!
Edison Circadian Lightbulb: These lights change color/temperature by turning them on and off to change settings. So calming!
- Use code SUSTAINABLEKAY for a discount!
Vanilla Body Cream: Made in WI with natural ingredients.
Natural Beeswax Candle Making Kit: This beginners candle making kit is so fun, and a great activity to do with kids. No melted wax or molds needed!
- Use code SUSTAINABLEKAY for a discount!
Cocokind Sea Kale Clay Mask: This mask is such a nice stocking stuffer, or a great add-on to a self care basket. Made with natural ingredients.
- Use code SUSTAINABLEKAY for a discount!
Axiology Balmies: Cute little makeup crayons that make a great small gift! Plastic-fee and lots of different shades.
- Use code SUSTAINABLEKAY for a discount!
Stasher Bag: These silicone bags are a great way to eliminate plastic and take things on the go.
- Use code SUSTAINABLEKAY for a discount!
Mini Dip Conditioner Bar: Great option to introduce someone to hair bars! These are super hydrating and great for detangling. Good for kids, travelers, or swimmers.
Stainless Steel Tongue Scraper: Simple, but a great holistic oral care stocking stuffer.

Gifts for $20 -$50

Tallow Candle: Made with regenerative tallow and natural ingredients. This one smells like cedar and oakmoss, perfect for Christmas!
- Use code SUSTAINABLEKAY for a discount!
Hair Bar Gift Set: This festive gift set is perfect for hair bar beginners, since it includes shampoo, conditioner, and travel tins. Smells like peppermint cream!
Laundry Gift Box: This set comes with everything one needs to do laundry, and make it smell reeeally good in a non-toxic way (: Check out the other gift boxes available too!
Sacred Roots Drinking Chocolate Mix: This cacao drink mix has health benefits in a cozy cup. Would be cute to give this with a thrifted mug and some marshmallows!
Plaine Products Travel in Style Set: This set has everything you need to style your hair, without the plastic waste.
- Use code SUSTAINABLEKAY for a discount!
Bare Hands Natural Pedicure Kit: The best gift to give a mom that’s hard to shop for. I have this pedicure kit (and manicure kit) and I’m obsessed with how healthy it makes my feet and nails feel!
Berry Twist Toothpaste Bits: A great stocking stuffer for kids that don’t like mint toothpaste. Fight cavities and make it fun!
- Currently on sale through December! No code needed, discount applies at checkout.
Pact Percale Sheet Set: This organic sheet set is soooo soft, and super affordable for the quality!
- Use code SUSTAINABLEKAY for a discount!
Story Boxes by The Phonics Mama: Locally made in Milwaukee, these boxes are a perfect gift for kids! Playtime and learning wrapped into one box. We give these to our nieces and they are a hit.
Life Straw Water Filter: Get clean water on the go! This straw is perfect for those who travel or go camping.

Gifts for $50-$150

Pela Phone Case: Ever heard of a compostable phone case? Now you have. Pela has options for every phone model in tons of colors and designs.
- Use code SUSTAINABLEKAY for a discount!
Axiology Starter Bundle: The perfect set for a makeup or beauty guru. Plastic-free and non-toxic!
- Use code SUSTAINABLEKAY for a discount!
Oak & Hive Baby Bundle: A great gift for a new mom. Includes balms and butters in a cute travel bag.
- Use code SUSTAINABLEKAY for a discount!
Avocado Mini Pillow: Perfect for travel and camping! These are the best pillows ever, non-toxic and keep their shape.
AquaTru Shower Filter: Create a luxurious shower experience with this shower filter!
- Discounts are applied with link! Keep an eye out for seasonal sales, the link will update.
Immune System Supplement Bundle: Give the gift of good health! These supplements are top quality (I personally use all of these myself). You get a ton of value with this bundle.
- Use code SUSTAINABLEKAY for a discount!
Body Ritual Bundle: A lovely bundle for those who could use some indulgent self-care.
- Use code SUSTAINABLEKAY for a discount!
Xtrema Muffin Pan: A non-toxic muffin pan for the baking guru in your life
- Use code SUSTAINABLEKAY for a discount! They also have sales running all season.
Pact Organic Lounge Set: This lounge set is sooo comfy, and made with organic cotton!
- Use code SUSTAINABLEKAY for a discount!
Make Your Own Vanilla Kit: A cute and useful kit to gift to the crafty one or baker.
- Use code SUSTAINABLEKAY for a discount!

Gifts for $150 or More

eco-conscious gifts that are more than 150 dollars

Our Place Wonder Oven: This air fryer is amazinggg. The whole thing is stainless steel on the inside. This is the smaller version but they do have bigger ones here!
Lumebox Red Light Therapy: A portable unit that delivers high-quality red light!
- Use code SUSTAINABLEKAY for a discount!
Bearaby Cuddler Pillow: A soothing body pillow that melts away tension, made with plant-based Melofoam. Twist it into a pretzel or use it as a supportive body pillow. Versatile and so cute!
AquaTru Water Filtration Carafe: Give the gift of crisp, clean, filtered water.
- Discounts are applied with link! Keep an eye out for seasonal sales, the link will update.
Lomi At-Home Composter: From the creators of Pela compostable phone cases, meet Lomi. This is not just a countertop compost bucket, it’s an actual machine that turns food scraps into compost!
- Use code SUSTAINABLEKAY for a discount!
Stainless Steel Slow Cooker: A non-toxic slow cooker?! With the slow cooker attachment, you can turn any stainless steel pan into a slow cooker. This investment is so worth it. Made in WI!
- Use code SUSTAINABLEKAY for a discount!
Leaf Shave Glow Gift Box: This plastic-free shave set is perfect for someone trying to level up their personal care game.

How to Sustainably Wrap Your Gifts

Are you wondering about the best way to wrap your gifts that doesn’t include a bunch of waste? I got you! Head over to this blog post for tips on how to wrap your gifts:

how to master eco-friendly gift wrapping

I hope this post gave you all the inspiration you need for you gift shopping this year. It can be easy to buy a bunch of little, cheap thing from larger stores, but these ideas are a much better choice in quality and intention. Shopping small is more important now that ever. The holidays are the perfect time to vote with your dollar and share your values with your loved ones, and give things that are better for you and the planet.

What is missing from this list? Comment below if you have other eco-conscious ideas! Always remember that if you don’t know what exactly to get someone, you can always get a gift card! In my experience, it’s one of the best ways to reduce waste around the holidays. Happy gifting!

2025 Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide: Eco-Friendly + Non-Toxic Gifts!