Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. So I thought it would be fun to share some super cute gift ideas to give to your partner, bff, mom, sister, co-worker, etc. The best part is all of these gifts are ethical and give back to people and/or the planet. Alright, here is an ethical Valentine’s Day gift guide for her – under $50. If you aren’t feeling any of these gifts, here are some more ethical gift ideas for her.
This bracelet is a charity band meaning $5 from this purchase gets donated to the American Heart Association. Also, the bracelet comes in cute cardboard packaging that is recyclable and gift-ready.
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This 17 oz. reusable water bottle keeps drinks cold for 24 hours and drinks hot for 12 hours. S’well is an amazing company that donates a portion of its proceeds to UNICEF (provide safe water to vulnerable communities), BCRF (Breast Cancer Research Foundation, and Lonely Whale (fighting plastic pollution in oceans).
3. Au Naturale Multistick – $35*
This multistick is a 3-1 product that can be used on cheeks, lips, and eyes. All of the ingredients are naturally derived (organic), ethically sourced, and cruelty-free. It also comes in recyclable packaging and is made in the USA.
Pictured is the color: Daiquiri
4. Urban Serenite Floral Bath Soak – $30
This bath soak is organic and cruelty-free, with ethically sourced, natural ingredients. Urban Serenite is a small batch, black-owned, female-owned company based in Washington, D.C. They are committed to safe, environmental, and sustainable practices in all aspects of their company.
5. Love Potion Brooklyn Candle – $24
This candle is vegan, cruelty-free, and petroleum-free. Made with 100% soy wax, cotton wicks, and premium fragrance oils. It is handmade in Brooklyn, New York. They also use recyclable packaging and shipping materials.
6. Purpose Jewelry Heart Studs – $24
These earrings are ethically handcrafted by female artisans who escaped human trafficking. Also, 100% of the proceeds go to International Sanctuary, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing artisans with fair wages, education, and counseling.
7. Alter Eco Sea Salt Truffles – $8
Alter Eco’s chocolates are fair trade certified and made from 100% organic ingredients. Their packaging is recyclable and the wrappers are compostable. Another great thing about this company is the farmers are paid a fair wage and provided with assistance programs. Lastly, Alter Eco and their cacao partner are both dedicated to replanting and conserving a portion of the Peruvian Amazon.
What is your favorite gift on this list?