Sustainable Gifting Matters for YOU & the Planet
Gifting is the most timeless way to show appreciation, love, and gratitude. The way that we choose to gift to our special and loved ones can make a lasting impact on the people and the world around us. In today’s world that’s moving towards increased eco-consciousness, sustainable gifting is not only about choosing thoughtful gifts, rather, about making choices that support the environment, uplift local businesses and contribute to our personal well being. From reducing waste to supporting small, ethical businesses, sustainable gifting allows us to celebrate special moments while making a positive impact on our planet and its people.
One of the most impactful ways to gift sustainably is to embrace the Vocal for Local movement. Through this movement you can actively choose to support proud Made in India brands that prioritise sustainability. These businesses offer presents that are handcrafted with care, attention and detail, oftentimes using natural, organic and recyclable materials. By purchasing from them, you are directly fuelling small enterprises, empowering local artisans and creating jobs, all while contributing to a green economy.
Take for example, Bare Necessities. In supporting us, you are directly supporting the livelihood creation of our women run manufacturing team. Women from underserved communities handcraft our personal care products. We not only heavily focus on employing women, but provide them and their children with health insurance, helping each of them with financial inclusion. Furthermore, we are committed to constantly upskill the women through additional skill training, workshops and computer courses among others.
We work with high quality ethical suppliers, who are located at a distance of less than 80 kms from us. Therefore significantly reducing carbon footprint and truly practicing local sourcing.
We source waste coffee grounds from various local coffee shops in Bangalore, testament to our sustainable sourcing practices. A proud Indian company, we incorporate native ingredients like Annatto and Turmeric into our soaps.
Our key supplier, Mason & Co., not only provides us high quality raw materials but is also a wonderful chocolatier. Operating as the first organic, single origin chocolate business in India, their chocolates are based on a bean to bar method in Auroville, India. Extra brownie points for empowering underserved women as their products handcrafted by an all women team.
Did you know that we have collaborated with Mason & Co. to create not one, but two amazing products? We have developed two products - Dessert Dry Shampoo and Mason & Co. Lip Balm, which uses non-alkalised organic cacao powder and cold-pressed cacao butter, respectively. By supporting fellow social enterprises, we are ensuring that our raw materials are sourcing ethically.
At Bare Necessities, we believe gifting can be both meaningful, customised and eco-friendly! Our wide range of sustainable gifting options is perfect for any occasion. From Republic Day to Valentine’s Day to Women’s Day and beyond, our personal care hampers and luxurious gift hampers, designed with love for your special ones.
When you choose Made in India gifts from Bare Necessities, you’re gifting more than a present, you’re supporting a more sustainable and ethical future.
Ready to explore our curated gift hampers? Celebrate your upcoming special days with us now!