for the body

at Peace of the Earth

GIVES BACK

The Band is wonderfully comfy and cozy. "Crafted with joy" in an historic textile mill in Maine, these bands are made from stretch knit fabrics that breathe. They are snug enough on the face that a filter can be inserted between two layers. For every four bands sold, Peace of the Earth donates one to a local food bank or shelter. 

Thanks to contributor Patricia in Louisville KY!

at Sarafina Fiber Art  

Oh yes! It comes in three soothing blends: coconut, eucalyptus mint and honey almond! Curator: Laura  

at Pelindaba Lavender

From their beautiful farm on San Juan Island, Pelindaba organically cultivates the flowers, extracts the essential oils, distills the essence, and handcrafts a wide variety of botanical, culinary, personal care, therapeutic, household and pet care products. Pelindaba means "a place of great gatherings." The farm is a must-see when touring the Pacific Northwest islands. Curator: Laural  

by Beloved Box

at Bold Xchange

Amber, green cognac and cashmere scents inspired this face and body scrub. It starts out exfoliating and lathers into luscious foam, leaving your skin smooth as silk. Bold Xchange co-founders Danielle and Doug create an unforgettable shopping experience with products exclusively sourced by black-owned businesses. Check out their story. Curator: Phyllis

at Ethical Earth

It may seem a strange gift to give, but if you have a kid in college or know one, they will appreciate this ethically sustainable alternative to plastic toothbrushes. They'll be the hit of the quad when they start handing out these chopper scrubbers. Gentle on the mouth, kind to the environment, and easy on the purse. Curator: Kellyann

at Pre de Provence

Sometimes it’s the simplest things that spark the most joy - like Milk Soap from Pre de Provence. These traditional French quad-milled soaps are made by skilled soapmakers in Provence using pure, natural ingredients. Aromatic fragrances and smooth, luxurious lather transport you into moments of calmness, vitality or well-being. Curator: Laural  

at EcoPrintingMagic

These one-of-a-kind pieces of art are designed using only natural materials and a special formula: art+science+nature=magic. Artist Irina uses a process called Ecoprinting, creating these silk treasures by using the natural colors and tannins of leaves, flowers, and weeds. 

Irina's paintings on paper and canvas are also available. Visit ArtworkByIrina.   

Thanks to contributor Julie in Maitland FL! 

at Coral Bells Designs

These Angelfish wiggle through warm currents picking up flashes from the sun’s gentle touch. The Czech glass shimmers in golds, slight orange, and dark pinks. While at Coral Bells Designs, check out all of the lavender, floral, jewels, fiber and glass "pretty things." Curator: Phyllis   

by Lizzy Siman-Tov 

at Uncommon Goods

Aaaagh. Fill a steamy shower with soothing, all-natural essential oil scents like lemongrass and lavender. Use as a body scrub, or just place one in the corner of the shower or on the shelf. Earthy and invigorating scents are also available. Curator: Phyllis   

at The Nova Center 

This healing center in Atlanta, Georgia, may be outside of your commute, but you can still get organic products that are charged with Reiki energy. Nova Butta, a 100% organic body butter, has been formulated by the proprietor of The Nova Center, Keela Starr, an Usui Reiki master and practitioner. Keela exhorts us to create an aroma of love and appreciation with this blend of shea butter, cold-pressed virgin oils, and rose and lavender oils. Curator: Kellyann   

at 18.21 Man Made  

This FANTASTIC SMELLING 3-1 Body Wash, Shampoo and Conditioner is ideal for all hair and body types. The high-quality PH-balanced formula is paragon and sulfate free, with the custom crafted aroma of sweet tobacco, saffron, dried fruits, honey, tonic bean and vanilla. The “three hardworking gents” at Man Made share a passion for making premium, uncommon goods that "gentlemen take pride in owning.” Curator: Laural    

at Della Made Designs  

Ornament yourself or someone you know with a powerful combination of creativity and style. The energy of these hand-crafted objects d’art comes from a variety of natural materials, including wood and jasper beads, brass, and Turkish silver. Della in Delaware fashions the metal, stone, and beads herself into one-of-a-kind jewelry that will put a flair in your mood. Feel like royalty, but at prices peasants can afford. Curator: Kellyann  

at Hagan Days Soap Company

The Hagan family has been making luxurious organic soap for years and has developed a blend of highly coveted soap qualities and fatty acids. Their soaps and lotions, enriched with vitamins A, D and E, allow the skin to retain moisture and promote healing. This sweet almond oil shea butter lotion is soothing and has a calming effect — best if used before bedtime or after shower to replenish skin moisture. Curator: Laura   

at Southern Hill Farms

Show a farm family some love! Treat yourself to a jar of exfoliating sugar scrub, available a wide assortment of natural scents. Better yet, visit the Orlando-area farm where they teach their neighbors where food comes from, who grows it, and how revitalizing a little sunshine and fresh air can be! Curator: Lisa

at The Keys Salt Scrub

Handmade in an island facility by residents of the Florida Keys, these scrubs come in many tropical fragrances that carry you off to breezy beach days. The Keys unique, proprietary blend positively transforms your skin while cleansing, disinfecting, moisturizing and rejuvenating. A treat for the whole body! Curator: Phyllis

at Crafty Wonderland

These beautiful earrings have been printed with an original illustration of a monarch butterfly wing on sustainably-harvested birch wood veneer. Since April 2006, Portland’s Crafty Wonderland has become the largest handmade craft show in the Northwest. They believe in sharing real goods made by real people, and at their retail shop visitors can always find something unique that can’t be bought anywhere else. Curator: Laural   

by Christopher McDougall

at Porter Square Books

The astonishing bestseller and hugely entertaining story that completely changed the way we run. Curator: Phyllis   

at Fort  

Take the baseball game with you! These cool, high-quality American leather wallets from Pacific Pastimes are handmade in Portland, Oregon from old baseball gloves. Curator: Laural  

at Salt House Mercantile

This signature hand wash, available in 5 natural scents, is made from organic and pure essential oils and leaves hands clean, fresh, and moisturized. From Salt House Mercantile, widely recognized as one of the Pacific Northwest’s most beautiful gift stores. Curator: Laural   

at Cubii

GIVES BACK

Add more strides to your day, burn calories, and boost energy — all while you sit. Cubii JR, with it's compact, ergonomic and whisper-quiet design, fits under a desk and is adaptable to all fitness levels. Whether for the office, home or for physical therapy, Cubii JR makes wellness approachable for all ages, abilities, and lifestyles. Cubii gives back through their donation and Cubiithon programs. Curator: Laural