18 Unique Eco-friendly Gift Ideas for Friends
Give a gift that is socially conscious by supporting these innovative sustainable brands. These gift ideas are perfect for the friend who is all about eco-friendly living.
These unique and sustainable gifts will help them carry out their eco-conscious lifestyle.
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Be sure to check out our 2025 Holiday Gift Guide for more sustainable gift ideas.
WANDERLEAF BOWL CANDLE By Prosperity Candle $45
This candle is sustainably made with renewable, vegan coconut-soy wax. Prosperity Candles are handmade by women artisans building a brighter future after living as refugees. After burning the candle, clean out the bowl and reuse it for soup!
Handmade Eco-friendly Clutch by Ichcha $12
This clutch is made from leftover fabric from Ichcha’s clothing! The fabric is block printed using carved wooden blocks and hand dyed in natural dyes. Enjoy 10% off of your purchase with the code THEHONESTCONSUMER.
Leaf Wooden Platter Set from Healthier Homes $87
These unique leaf shaped platters are made from hand carved wood. This natural set features no finishes, just smooth natural wood. These platters are great for using as a fruit bowl or accent bowl on the coffee table. A great gift for nature lovers!
Vegan cork pouch by carry courage $54
Carry Courage vegan products are ethically made in the USA with sustainably sourced cork and great for organizing. This pouch is a great gift for friends who love to be organized.
Sensitive Skin Unscented Detergent by Dropps $24.84+
Gift your eco friend unscented laundry detergent, so they can clean clothes with confidence. This Leaping Bunny Certified deteregent is made without enzymes, dyes, parabens, phosphates, chlorine bleach, or phthalates.
Sustainable Bee Hotel from Etsy $21+
This is a good eco-friendly gift for gardeners or people passionate about saving the bees. This solid wood, hand-crafted bee hotel is sustainably made from FSC Certified wood.
Give a Shit Book by Ashlee Piper $12+
This fun book teaches sustainability with a bit of flare. Learn practical tips and tricks to be more environmentally conscious in your home and daily life.
Beeswax wrap by bees wrap $18+
Ditch the plastic wrap and substitute these reusable beeswax wraps for saving fruit, cheese, and more! This reusable alternative is great to reduce waste in the kitchen.
Walnut Body Polish from EcoRoots $30
This body polish features a refreshing blend of finely ground walnut powder and a bright aroma of blood orange and peppermint essential oils. Plus, it comes in a glass jar that can be reused!
Dried Flower Stained Glass Suncatcher from Etsy $46
This is a unique gift for nature lovesr. The sun catcher is hand painted and features real dried flowers. It’s sure to add a bit of color to anyones favorite window.
Indoor Composting Machine by Lomi $399
Any environmentalist is sure to be passionate about composting! Lomi transforms almost anything you eat into nutrient-rich plant food. It makes composting cleaner & easier with none of the smell or fruit flies!
Bidet Attachment from Tushy $99+
Make bathrooms more sustainable by gifting your loved ones a bidet attachment! Choose from the Classic or Spa which has warm water features.
Food Huggers from Food huggers $13
Food Huggers are specially designed to keep fruits & veggies fresh. Reuse these and ditch plastic wrap for good! A great gift idea for anyone trying to make eco swaps!
Be Kind to All Kind Tee by KNOWN SUPPLY $38
The Be Kind to All Kind is a great reminder to be kind to ourselves and to nature. This tee is made with organic cotton in a Fair Trade Certified factory.
Zero Waste Lotion stick by Corvus Beauty $19
The Ceramide Balm is gentle and nourshing for the skin. It’s fragrance and essential oil free. Plus, it comes in a biodegradable push-up tube for minimal environmental impact.
Reusable bags from stasher $10+
Designed to be reusable, washable, and totally sustainable, the Silicone Sandwich Bag by Stasher is the perfect size for lunches on-the-go.
Zero Waste Personal care Book $19
This thorough and user-friendly e-book includes everything bath & body. Using basic ingredients learn how to create over 20 exceptional personal care items.
Shampoo Bar from Corvus Botanical $14+
Corvus Botanical is a sustainable body and skincare brand focusing on organic ingredients and zero waste packaging, great for sustainable living.
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MEET THE GIFT GUIDE CURATOR
I’m Emily, the founder of The Honest Consumer. I’ve been writing about sustainable living and curating mindful gift guides for ten years. I love how all of these gift ideas are unique, encourage people to life in an eco-friendly way, and support small businesses.
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