Have you already started the countdown to the festive season?
Most of us have! There are only a few weeks left to get your Christmas plans ready. However, with about 6 weeks before Christmas, you can still make it count and create a sustainable festive look. It’s easy to panic and choose easy solutions. But before you turn to the high street brands, here are some ideas to embrace the Christmas colors while going green.
It’s hard to think of the festive season without thinking of Santa’s costume, Rudolph’s nose, and the yummy candy canes. Red is the color of Christmas, and that could be your festive look this year. Are you ready for a red Christmas that is green?
Warm henna hues for your hair
If you are familiar with home DIY kits for hair dyes, you probably already have found a few trustworthy brands that are good for your hair and the environment. Natural hair dyes are safe for the planet, as they don’t cause any damage when you wash them away in the sink. More importantly, because of their low chemical content, they are gentle on your hair. Brands such as Aveda and Original & Mineral refer to their dye’s formulas as clean and eco-conscious technology. Alternatively, if you prefer a subtle red nuance, you can also try henna for the hair which gives a warm, reddish glow to most hair colors. If you’re new to using henna, be aware that it may take two to three applications to get it right. But the product is safe to use and reuse.
Warm eyeshadow and blush palette
With plenty of skin-safe and gentle make-up products available, it can be challenging to find the right thing for you. When it comes to your Christmas look, you may want to splurge on the purchase of a vegan eyeshadow palette buy here for a warm look. You can use burgundy or maroon hues for a toned-down look. If you are feeling more adventurous, a trendy pink can turn heads around the Christmas dinner table.
Your very unique Christmas dress
A little DIY can go a long way to getting your Christmas dress ready. You’ll find plenty of fabrics that have been colored using natural dyes and produced sustainably. Ecological textiles are typically available from specialist shops online. Sewing a simple dress can be a fun Christmas challenge. With a lot of tutorials available, you can rely on free material for guidance. If you are unsure how to proceed, it can be helpful to use one of your dresses as a basic pattern to follow.
Eco-friendly tights that set the mood
Are tights eco-friendly? Not all tights are sustainably produced, but a lot of brands have green concerns. Swedish stockings recycle used tights from any brands. The brand also cuts down on water use and relies on vegan dyes only. So you can showcase your legs with an elegant design that doesn’t damage the planet.
Are you ready to make your Christmas look go further? Looking your best for a stylish celebration at home doesn’t have to be damaging for the planet. You can be pretty in red while protecting our green and blue planet.
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