The Low-Tox Christmas Gift Guide: Thoughtful Eco-Friendly Gifts for Everyone on Your List
Christmas shopping can feel like a lot. The lists, the crowds, the "what do you even get someone who has everything?" And if you're trying to keep things low-tox and low-waste, it can feel even harder.
So I've put together our favourite natural, eco-friendly gifts for every budget. These are the kinds of gifts we love most: things that get used up or used every day, instead of ending up in a cupboard.
Under $20: Stocking fillers and teacher gifts
WA public schools finish on Thursday 17 December, so if you're buying for teachers, now's the time.
- SOW N SOW Gift of Seeds, Billy Buttons ($10.95): Part greeting card, part gift. Plant it and it grows into golden billy buttons, a cheerful Australian native. Lovely for green thumbs and kids alike.
- Blossom & Hive Beeswax Votive Candle ($10.90): Made from 100% Australian beeswax with a cotton wick and no added fragrance. A simple, beautiful swap for paraffin candles.
- Blossom & Hive Choc Mint Lip Balm ($9.90): Beeswax, raw cacao, peppermint and Manuka honey. The perfect little stocking filler.
- Corrynes Rosemary, Orange & Clove Soap ($7.50): A handcrafted soap bar that smells like Christmas. Tie it with string and a sprig of rosemary for an easy teacher gift.
- Weleda Regenerating Hand Cream, Pomegranate ($17.95): Rich and nourishing, made with organic pomegranate seed oil and shea butter. Great for anyone whose hands work hard.
- Blossom & Hive Beeswax Jar Candle ($17.90): A 12-hour beeswax candle with a cork lid and no added fragrance, so it's lovely for scent-sensitive homes.
$20 to $50: For friends, family and hosts
- Koala Eco Hand & Body Gift Box ($35): A Rosalina & Peppermint hand wash and hand & body lotion in a gift box. It looks beautiful by the sink and smells like the Australian bush.
- Koala Eco Clean & Safe Gift Box ($48): A fruit and vegetable wash, hand sanitiser and more, all naturally derived. Perfect for the friend who loves a natural home.
- Deep Rest Essential Oil Roller Blend + Crystal Gift Pack ($45): A calming roller blend for winding down before bed, yoga or meditation, paired with a crystal and ready to give. Also available in Happy Place, Pure Mind and Self Love.
- Blossom & Hive Beeswax Tealight Starter Pack ($37.50): Beeswax tealights with a reusable glass holder. A thoughtful hostess gift for Christmas lunch.
- Wheatbag 'Heartgum', Lavender Filled ($39.95): A longer wheatbag that sits comfortably across shoulders and backs. Ideal for the person who's always on their feet.
- dōTERRA Essential Oils Introductory Kit ($50): Three of dōTERRA's most popular oils. A great starting point for someone curious about essential oils.
Splurge-worthy: For the one who wants to go low-tox in 2027
- dōTERRA Consciously Clean Bundle + Bamboo Cleaning Cloths ($60): A surface spray, dish liquid and laundry powder made with Tea Tree and Lemon Eucalyptus essential oils, plus bamboo cloths. Australian made and vegan.
- Mindful Minimalist D.I.Y Cleaning Kit ($159): Everything they need to make their own natural cleaning products from pantry basics, plus essential oils. A beautiful gift for a fresh start in the new year.
- Eco Queen D.I.Y Cleaning Kit ($199): Our most complete D.I.Y cleaning kit, for the friend who's ready to go all in on natural cleaning.
For the person who has everything: the gift of time
Ask any busy parent, new mum or hard-working friend what they really want, and most of them will say "more time". A cleaning gift voucher gives them exactly that: they walk in the door to a fresh, clean home and get a few hours back for themselves.
Our cleaning service gift vouchers:
- Can be used for a regular clean, one-off clean or spring clean
- Are valid for 3 years
- Come as an instant PDF (perfect for last-minute shoppers) or a printed voucher sent in the post
- Can be personalised for any amount
They're especially lovely for a new mum, an elderly parent, a friend going through a tough time, or the boss who has everything (except a fabulous cleaner). Just check we service their suburb first by getting in touch or calling (08) 6629 4494.
Prefer to let them choose? Our online shop gift voucher lets them pick their own low-tox favourites. (Note: shop vouchers and cleaning vouchers are separate.)
Make your wrapping low-waste too
- Wrap gifts in brown paper, fabric (furoshiki-style) or a tea towel that becomes part of the gift
- Use string, twine or ribbon you can reuse instead of sticky tape
- Add a sprig of rosemary, eucalyptus or a dried orange slice instead of plastic bows
- Reuse gift bags from last year (we won't tell)
Christmas gift FAQs
What's a good low-tox gift for someone who has everything?
Something that gets used up or gives them time back. A cleaning gift voucher, a beeswax candle or a natural skincare item are all thoughtful choices that won't add clutter.
What are good eco-friendly teacher gifts under $20?
A beeswax candle, a handcrafted soap, a natural lip balm or a seed card that grows into native flowers. Add a handwritten note from your child and you're done.
Can I buy a cleaning gift voucher at the last minute?
Yes. Our PDF vouchers are emailed to you, so you can print them or forward them straight to the lucky recipient.
Happy shopping, and may your Christmas be calm, clean and full of good food (and fewer dishes).
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