Making "Christmas" and "Zero Waste" rhyme? Yes, yes, it is possible! All you need to do is implement a few strategies that have already proven their worth. We reveal our tips for a more responsible, but equally festive, New Year's Eve...

The fir tree

Want an eco-friendly soap this year? Nothing beats a homemade tree ! To make it, let your imagination run wild: most are made from recycled wooden boards or sticks , but there are a multitude of possibilities... Making your Christmas tree then becomes a fun activity, in which the whole family can participate!

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Gifts and other wishes

Your gifts can take responsible forms, from the content to the container . For example, why not choose to offer green bathroom accessories ? Washable makeup remover pads , a reusable cotton swab , a traditional metal razor , etc. So many economical and ecological objects of daily use .

When it comes to hygiene and care products, some brands have worked to drastically, or even completely, reduce the polluting potential of their packaging: you can opt for a body balm with floral scents , a box of 5 superb mini soaps , a solid shampoo with rice milk or even a mask in the form of clay and algae powder to mix with water. Would you like to shop at Mahalo? Rest assured that we carefully avoid over-packaging and that we reuse as many containers as possible for your shipments via our e-shop .

If you're feeling creative, handmade gifts are always a much-appreciated gesture .

From a container point of view, why not present your Christmas gifts in a furoshiki-style wrapping? The principle is simple: to make the surprise total, wrap the presents in pieces of fabric rather than in paper . For a two-in-one gift , use a pretty scarf! If you are aiming for a result worthy of the greatest specialists, many tutorials are available on the internet.

Are you a fan of greeting cards? Plantable cards are a very poetic and eco-responsible concept. Your words will germinate through magnificent wildflowers in the gardens of your loved ones...

Find all our Zero Waste gift ideas here .

Decoration and table

What if you preferred to buy Christmas decorations made by local artisans , which are more qualitative and durable? Some designers have ideas that are as surprising as they are superb. It is also possible to find some second-hand , or to exchange them between acquaintances for a completely different atmosphere from the previous year without spending a single cent!

Otherwise, as usual, it's not that difficult to make some very cute little decorations in a recycled version : here are some examples that caught our eye.

Pinecone Candles. Source: Pinterest

Hanging Christmas tree bouquets. Source: Pinterest

Citrus garland. Source: Pinterest

To get the kids interested, try creating a cute, illuminated house using old cardboard boxes... or even an entire Christmas village!

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For your table, choosing washable napkins rather than disposable ones is obviously a simple and effective gesture. Arrange pretty vegetable candles with winter scents , fir branches as a table runner , dried orange slices , diffuse a synergy of essential oils that will immerse your guests in the festive atmosphere and... that's it!

The entire Mahalo team wishes you a wonderful holiday season.