Give an eco-responsible gift

Throughout the year, there are occasions when it is customary to give a gift, such as birthdays, Christmas, Mother's Day, Father's Day, wedding anniversaries, Valentine's Day... From now on, why not do something for the planet? For the next gifts you give to your loved ones, why not opt ​​for eco-friendly gifts?

What is an eco-responsible gift?

More and more people are aware of the impact our consumption patterns can have on the environment, and they are looking for ethical and ecological products and objects. Retailers are adhering to the concept by offering items that are more respectful of the planet. Regarding eco-responsible gift items, they can be designed, for example, with biodegradable materials, they are made by passionate artisans or ethical companies. This is the kind of gift that will not end up at the bottom of the cupboard, that will not land in the trash and that will not be resold on the Internet a few days after its reception. An ecological product is made to last over time. But you have to choose an object that touches, that leaves a mark on the mind, that raises awareness and that tells a story about its manufacture in order to allow the recipient to become aware of its environmental impact. It is also a product or an object that can be reused, shared, lent or given for a second life to reduce waste and limit ocean pollution. For those of you looking for an eco-friendly gift for your loved ones, here are the criteria to consider: a product made locally and ethically, a product designed with organic materials and ingredients, and a fair and responsible product.

For an even more eco-responsible approach

When you give someone a gift, it's usually wrapped to create a surprise effect. But in an eco-friendly approach, it's best to skip the wrapping altogether, or at least use eco-friendly wrapping paper. There are plenty of these in stores, but check the labels anyway.

Indeed, the paper of your eco-friendly gift must be made with recycled paper. So, look for PEFC or FSC labels, which means that the paper comes from sustainably managed forests. If recycled paper is not available, it is also possible to wrap the present in fabric, newspaper, or kraft paper. To simplify things even more, you can opt for an intangible gift that requires no packaging. This can be experiences: a concert ticket, a cooking class, a weekend house rental, a spa, a plane ticket, a movie subscription, a massage session... All of these have less impact on the environment, but for travel, choose a local destination rather than a trip to the other side of the world. Reviewing consumption habits and committing to the planet all year round gives more meaning to the holidays while pleasing our loved ones!

Caliquo is a French brand that produces eco-responsible everyday items.

Our rechargeable toothbrushes , our children's toothbrushes , our razor and our shaving brush .