1. Little Seed Farm Bourbon Beard Oil $19.99: We love Little Seed Farm's more sustainable glass packaging and the simple, natural ingredients in this luxurious beard oil. Daily use softens hair, moisturizes skin, and keeps his beard fresh all day. 
2. LEAF Shave Twig Razor $89: this is truly the gift that keeps on giving, as this investment piece will last him a lifetime. This zero-waste razor constructed from stainless steel has replaceable blades (without the icky, mystery-ingredient lubricating strips) and is designed especially for our favorite face-shavers. 
3. LEAF Shave Bowl and Brush Set $79:  The Leaf Shave Bowl and Brush set transforms his shave from routine to ritual.  A rich, creamy lather makes all the difference, helping him get the smoothest, most comfortable shave possible. Thoughtfully designed with durable, no-slip grips and modern features, this duo is the ultimate way to elevate his mornings. (And we won't tell if you decide to use it, too!)
4. Good Better Best Trucker Cap $24.99:  This trucker cap is made with recycled materials, but still super comfortable and easy to wear.  Each hat comes with a QR code where you can see it's entire lifecycle. 
5. Emogene & Co Hydrate Moisture Accelerator $48: Because guys need skin care too. This locally made, deeply moisturizing serum is perfect for all skin types and is amazing as an aftershave leaving his skin kissably soft. It is packaged in recyclable glass and is even refillable here at our GBB studio! 
6. Emogene & Co All Purpose Healing Balm $17: This balm really does it ALL. Using simple and transparent ingredients, he can use it on rough dry hands, cuticles, or for cuts and scrapes. The 1 oz container is the perfect size to keep in a glove box or first aid kit. It is also refillable at our GBB studio. 
7. Humble Deodorant $12.99: Just 4 simple ingredients, plus botanically-based fragrances. Formulated to absorb & neutralize body odors, this deo will leave him smelling so fresh and so clean without aluminum and hormone disrupters. Plus the compostable paperboard packaging means this deo is also zero-waste. Black Spruce and Palo Santo & Frankincense are two of our favorite scents for men, but this deo comes in 8 scents + an unscented option.
8. Wild Meadow Soaps Hair Soap $8: This locally hand made, no-waste hair soap will leave his hair so soft, silky, and strong that you'll want to run your fingers through it nonstop.
9. GBB Better Up Consultation $150: We know how overwhelming and time consuming it can be to research better-for-you products. Give the gift of time and care to your loved ones. Let us do the work and create a personalized plan, without hassle or stress. 
10. A custom gift basket: You tell us your budget and who you're shopping for, and we curate the perfect gift. Email us to request recommendations for a personalized gift basket.

1. Little Seed Farm Mini Holiday Body Oil $11.99: We love Little Seed Farm's more sustainable glass packaging and the simple, natural ingredients in this luxurious body oil. Package in a mini, 1 oz bottle, this is practically begging to be gifted! The limited edition Vanilla Peppermint is lovely for holiday season (but also comes in other scents if that's not your jam). Consider the larger 4 oz size for even more indulgence. 
2. Poppy and Monroe Sugar Scrub $30: Locally crafted by a small, woman owned business. This hydrating blend of shea butter, sunflower seed oil, and lemongrass delivers a boost of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties, leaving your skin refreshed and rejuvenated.
3. rms Mini Lip Oil Trio $35:  Like clean skin care, for your lips- aka essential during the cool, dry months. This trio is great for gifting as a set, or splitting apart, and features no endocrine disrupting chemicals commonly found in lip products. 
4. LEAF razor in Rose Gold $109: this is truly the gift that keeps on giving as this investment piece will last a lifetime. This zero waste razor constructed from stainless steel has replaceable blades (without the icky, mystery-ingredient lubricating strips). Plus, the rose gold!? *chef's kiss*
5. Emogene & Co Hydrate Moisture Accelerator $48: this locally made, anti-aging, deeply moisturizing serum is perfect for all skin types and the epitome of luxury. It is packaged in recyclable glass and is even refillable here at our GBB studio! 
6. Emogene & Co All Purpose Healing Balm $17: This balm really does it ALL. Using simple and transparent ingredients, you can use it on dry spots, cuticles, lips, or as the first step in a double cleansing routine, and is also refillable at our GBB studio. 
7. Planet Friendly Hair Ties $15: Made from soft organic cotton and durable natural rubber, these hair ties are organic, biodegradable, and perfect for everyday use while being gentle on your hair and kind to the planet. 
8. Sibling Candle Refill Kit $29: traditional candles may contain petroleum derivatives and non-disclosed fragrances that can release harmful chemicals polluting the air in our homes. Enter this cleaner candle alternative, featuring coconut and soy wax with safer scent oils. Plus they are SUPER fun to make, reusing any upcycled vessel. 
9. GBB Better Up Consultation $150: We know how overwhelming and time consuming it can be to research better-for-you products. Give the gift of time and care to your loved ones. Let us do the work and create a personalized plan, without hassle or stress for them with a gift card valid for a Better Up Plan
10. A custom gift basket: You tell us your budget and who you're shopping for, and we curate the perfect gift. Email us to request a personalized gift basket. 

It's the most wonderful time of the year. The one where we slide in to cooler temperatures and celebrate the holidays with family and friends. And yes, also the season for gifts. The tradition of gift giving to celebrate goes back centuries, but what started as a way to honor and emulate religious figures has essentially been highjacked by hyper-consumerism (and maybe even some stress for those of us whose love language is not "Gift Giving").  

Americans are estimated to have spent over $10 Billion (yes, that's billion with a "B") on unwanted gifts last year. An estimated 16% of people end up throwing at least one unused gift directly into the trash. Aside from the money wasted (which primarily benefits big box store corporations), the packaging, wrapping, and boxes contribute to an average of approximately a 25% increase PER household in waste production from Thanksgiving to New Years'! That's over a hundred million bags of trash in the landfill each Christmas season!

We also should consider the exposure to toxic chemicals that could potentially be hidden in inexpensive home and personal care items that are frequently gifted. Mass produced and inexpensive lotions, lip products, and candles are holiday gift giving staples that can all contain harmful, endocrine disrupting or cancer causing chemicals. I'm pretty sure none of us want to give harmful gifts, since the point of gift giving is to show we care. We just have be mindful of what we purchase!

Friends, we can (and must) do better this season! 

Here are a few ideas to help you get started:

1. Prioritize experience gifts whenever possible. Treat a friend to a nice dinner or a spa experience. Gift a Good Better Best Better Up consultation to  give the gift of time back as we take research and logistics of swapping to less toxic and more sustainable products off their plate. Take the grandkids to the park or a movie. Take a trip together. The real gift is time (something none of us seem to have enough of!), and shared memories with YOU. 

2. Consider second hand gifts from thrift shops. Vintage t-shirts are fire with the teens. Give books or board games a second life. Vinyls are making a big comeback! 

3. If buying new, consider practical and functional objects, rather than inexpensive gifts that won't last through the season. Check out our Gift Guides for Her and for Him for less toxic and more sustainable gifts they are sure to love. We have curated lists of gift ideas that minimize exposure to toxins, prioritize sustainable packaging, and support small businesses. 

4. Shop local and support small businesses. Billionaires don't need your money, but your local mom and pop store sure does. Shopping local supports job creation, reduces carbon footprint (less shipping), and money spent here is much more likely to actually stay in your community.