With Earth Day coming up, it’s a great excuse to be a little more mindful about what we’re buying – and gifting. This guide rounds up brands that are making an effort, whether that’s through better materials, ethical sourcing, or more thoughtful production. From everyday staples to special items, these are gifts that feel good to give (and even better to receive)
Mango People Cosmetics – Multi Stick
This clean beauty brand keeps it simple with multi-use, waterless formulas that cut down on waste and packaging. Their products are all vegan, cruelty-free, and comes in recyclable aluminum and PCR materials, plus they’re all about staying carbon-neutral.
Abacaxi New York – Samba Striped Hat
A slow fashion-label rooted in traditional craftsmanship, Abacaxi works with artisan communities and small-batch production to preserve heritage techniques while minimizing overproduction.
Kaveri Coffee – Heritage Blend
Kaveri Coffee focuses on ethically sourcing beans and sustainable practices. They partner with farmers who care for the land responsibly, ensuring transparency from farm to cup while creating fair supply chains and delivering top-notch, perfectly roasted coffee.
Studio Tanais – Ancients Extrait De Parfum
Studio Tanais creates small-batch, plant-based fragrances inspired by nature and ritual, using high-quality natural ingredients. The brand focuses on mindful formulation and long-lasting extrait concentrations for a more intentional and less wasteful scent experience.
Scrumptious Wicks – Matcha Lemonade Candle
Scrumptious Wicks focuses on cleaner home fragrance with thoughtfully made candles, often using non-toxic ingredients and reusable vessels to cut down on waste.
Mudita Earth – Blueberry & Papaya Illuminating Serum
Mudita Earth creates plant-based skincare with a strong focus on doing good for both people and the planet. The brand uses all-natural, non-toxic ingredients, prioritizes low-impact manufacturing, and packages products in 100% recyclable materials to reduce waste.
Any Baby – Smartsie Footie
Any Baby makes gentle, thoughtfully designed kids’ clothes using safe materials like cotton and plant-based viscose with peppermint. They use 17% recycled polyester to cut down on new plastic. Their clothes resist odors and wick moisture, making them last longer and reducing waste.
Bermere – Custom Clothing
Bermere emphasizes made to order production and timeless design, creating pieces meant to last beyond trends and reduce the cycle of fast consumption. reducing waste.
