Low Waste Stocking Stuffers

November 25, 2024Caity Rose

One of my favourite traditions is stockings. I think they’re so fun and a special addition to the Christmas season! But sometimes I feel like they can be an afterthought. Suddenly it’s Christmas eve and the stockings have been forgotten about. Then the only solution is to fill it with cheap junk nobody wants.

While stocking stuffers are usually a bonus to other Christmas gifts, it’s still important to put some thought into them so we don’t end up with things that will end up in a landfill.

Here are some Low Waste Stocking Stuffers that are useful!

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1. Clean, sustainable skincare

Skincare is a great gift because everyone needs it! Especially in the winter, tucking a moisturizer into a stocking is a great stocking stuffer idea! One of my favourite brands is Stoice Beauty. They’re sustainable, ethical, clean and safe for all skin types! You can even save with my code: ROSEDUST10

2. Essential Oils

Essential oils can be a great stocking stuffer for those who love DIYs, aromatherapy or anything else! They’re super useful but might not be something we think to buy for ourselves.

My favourite brand is Eco Modern Essentials. I didn’t know this but not all essential oils are created equal. These are made with the utmost care and respect to our planet and they have unique blends to aid in digestion, sleep and anxiety! There’s a blend for everyone!

3. Hair Accessories

Something every girl or guy with long hair needs: hair accessories! From scrunchies, clips, ponytail holders, combs, brushes, rollers and more! Kitsch offers everything you need for hair care and hair accessories!

And you can save 10% with my code: LITTLEROSEDUST

4. Shampoo and Conditioner bars

Another great stocking stuffer idea is shampoo and conditioner bars! Another necessity and one that can last them all year! Use my code LITTLEROSEDUST to save 10% on your order!

5. Bamboo Toothbrush

This classic stocking stuffer just got a sustainable twist! Instead of a plastic toothbrush that will sit in a landfill for years, grab one of these bamboo toothbrushes that will compost in just 2-3 years!

Use my code LITTLEROSEDUST to save 10% on your order!

6. Stasher Bags

I gift Stasher bags every single year. And every single year people love them! These reusable silicone bags will save so much money and so much plastic waste! The best part is they’re microwave and dishwasher-safe!

7. A Holiday Romance Book

‘Tis the season for cheesy, holiday romance books! Bookshop.org has an impressive collection of any type of book you could want and the best part is they’re carbon neutral certified and a certified B-Corp! Which means they love and care about our planet!

8. Conscious Step Socks

Conscious Step is one of my favourite brands! They offer a variety of socks that each support a different cause! This is an amazing way to customize a practical gift! Everyone could use more socks and what better than a pair that supports something they care about?

9. Compostable Phone Case

(Almost) everyone has a phone these days! And for every phone, there’s a need for a phone case! What about one that’s made from plants and will decompose? This is such a unique idea to put in someone’s stocking that they’re sure to love!

10. Ethically sourced coffee beans

Coffee is one of the most unethical industries out there. There’s a lot of unfair labour involved. Support these ethical coffee brands and your friend’s coffee addiction this Christmas!