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Here are some unconventional gifts that are sure to wow your valentine:

Encourage her to relax and rejuvenate with Olivina Napa Valley Bubble Bath, $22.

The Dr. Hauschka Aromatherapy Bath Kit will awaken her senses and make her feel luxurious, $19.95.

If she’s a traveler, how about one of these adorable La Jolla cosmetic bags by Lapin Vilardi?

Get her back to her roots with Potting Shed Scatter Gardens or Rice Hull Gardens, $11-12.75.

If all else fails, you can always fill these awesome single bud vases from Chive Nature with flowers:

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Egyptians and Chinese have used aromatherapy for centuries to aide everything from acne to anxiety. This alternative health treatment can have positive effects on pain, mood and an individual’s cognitive function.

If you’re looking for a natural way to kick the sniffles and other common cold symptoms this winter, try products containing the essential oil eucalyptus. Eucalyptus is used to treat respiratory congestion, bronchitis, breathing problems or asthma, sinusitis and more.

Here are several products we carry that contain eucalyptus:

• Erbaviva Breathe Body Wash ($16)- This body wash gets you clean while easing respiratory issues with a blend of eucalyptus and organic eucalyptus leaf oil, plus cedar, spruce, organic hyssop flower oil, organic tea tree oil, organic thyme oil and organic lemon peel oil.
• Erbaviva Breathe Body Lotion ($18) – Hydrate your skin using the same ingredients as the above body wash, plus sweet almond oil, avocado oil, glycerin, shea butter and jojoba oil.
• Erbaviva Breathe Body Oil ($16) – This body oil can be added to a bath or used during a massage to ease the sniffles.
• Erbaviva Breathe Bath Salt ($26) – Add this blend of sea and epsom salt and essential oils to your bath to purify and detoxify skin while easing respiratory problems.
• Erbaviva Sniffles Organic Baby Chest Balm ($14)- There’s even aromatherapy for babies! Calm and soothe their little bodies with ingredients such as eucalyptus, tea tree, myrrh and cypress essential oil.

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Sophie the Giraffe ($23) – this BPA-free toy is made of 100% natural rubber and food paint, and was designed to stimulate baby’s senses. Sophie was first introduced in France in 1961 and has been a stateside hit for moms with babies up to two years old. Read more here.

Zebi Bag of Burpies ($49.95) – this gift set contains five, unbleached cotton burpies in a variety of vintage-inspired prints, as well as a plush animal toy.

Bambu baby bowl ($12) – this certified organic bamboo bowl contains no chemicals or dye and can be used for hot or cold food. Utensils are sold separately ($8.95).

Zebi Bib N Burp Set ($29.95) – this vintage-inspired set includes a bib and burpie, which are each made with certified organic, unbleached cotton.

Beba Bean Bamboo Swaddling Blanket ($30) – this blanket is made from soft and sustainable bamboo, which is naturally UV protective, insulated and antibacterial!

Our newest product is the Hanging Wall Organizer ($30), which is available in hippo, moose or alligator. Perfect for nurseries and playrooms, the wall organizer is 40” tall x 14” wide and each pocket measures 11.5” x 14”.

All 3 Sprouts products are made from 100% organic cotton canvas and 100% eco-spun felt applique, which is made from recycled plastic bottles. Check out more products below, or click here to view all 3 Sprouts products.

Hooded towels ($36)

Storage Bin ($38)

Storage box ($28)

Storage Caddy ($24)

Art smocks ($24)

Placemats ($8)

And for today only, we are also giving you 25% off your purchase. You just have to enter the code 25% at checkout.

If you’ve been looking to switch up your skin care routine to organic products, you couldn’t have picked a better time. And we have tons of wonderful starter kits for all skin types that can help you decide which products you like best. These Dr. Hauschka Daily Face Care Kits are designed specifically for normal and oily skin types and give you everything you need for a beautiful and youthful looking complexion and they’re only $24.95 (plus your 25% off and free shipping):

If your body is what needs nourishing during these cold winter months, you can check out Pevonia Smooth and Tone Body-Svelt Cream. I think the name says it all. It firms (protects against cellulite) and tones and stimulates your body’s circulation for pale winter skin. Since this is a bit pricier ($67.50), it’s the perfect thing to save money on!

This balm offers relief from cough and cold symptoms with the soothing oils of eucalyptus, tea tree, myrrh and cypress. Made with organic and wild-crafted essential oils, Erbabviva’s baby chest balm uses ingredients grown without pesticides or artificial fertilizers. Other ingredients include: organic sunflower oil, organic shea butter, organic beeswax, organic jojoba seed oil, organic lavender flower oil, organic cedar bark oil, organic grapefruit peel oil, organic geranium flower oil, organic rosemary leaf extract, organic immortelle extract and organic calendula flower extract. Rub your baby’s chest, back and neck with the balm to relieve symptoms of cough or cold.

Erbaviva started in 1996 in response to the multitude of baby products including harsh chemicals and unhealthy additives. We carry products for both mom and baby. From sunscreen and diaper cream to baby shampoo and bath salts, Erbaviva offers a full line of products that are detergent- and additive-free.

Unlike conventional eyelash curlers that painfully squeeze and break your delicate lashes, this lash curler uses heat to create a deep, stunning curl. Using just the right amount of heat, this innovative technique curls even the shortest, straightest lashes! The heat locks in the curl to create an all-day lasting effect. Blinc’s Heated Lash Curler is the perfect gift for a friend or for yourself. Small enough to stow away in any purse, this curler perfectly replaces your traditional eyelash curler with a more natural way to define your eyes.

Blinc’s natural makeup products contain no irritating parabens or chemical fumes, include only 100 percent vegan ingredients, and are never tested on animals.

• Buy local - When you spend money locally, a larger portion of this cash stays close to home. Hit your local farmers market for gourmet foods, handmade crafts, art and more! Also, shopping at any non-chain does the trick too!
• Avoid toys with PVC and other toxic chemicals – Check all packaging to ensure toys are safe. We have a variety of child-safe toys and products to choose from at Charleston Naturally.
• Say no to wrapping paper - Get creative and use old materials and turn them into a beautifully packaged gift. If you’re not the artsy type, reuse old wrapping paper, boxes or bags.
  

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• Recycle, recycle, recycle – Avoid disposable cutlery and plates and make use of reusable materials at holiday parties. Don’t forget to recycle all packaging and wrap.
• Donate as a gift- Make a donation in someone’s name or to their favorite charity. This is a great option for the person that has everything.
• Replace holiday cards with e-cards, tree-free cards or cards made from recycled materials.
• Shop thrifty and upcycle - One man’s (or woman’s) trash is another person’s treasure, and this holds true for holidays. Thrift stores often carry gently used items. Plus, you can upcycle old items into something new and different!
• Don’t forget reusable bags
• Shop online - Shopping online can cut down on transportation costs and materials because home delivery is more efficient than shipping to individual stores.
• Green your holiday travel - Check out our article on green travel for some tips that apply year round.

There are three basic skin care kits that treat dry, sensitive and combination skin types. These are all $41.00 and come with a cleanser, lotion and cream. They will help clear your skin and nourish it back to health. If you have more specific skin issues, keep reading.

You can get the Eye Care Pack if your delicate eye area is starting to show signs of premature aging. The pack includes an eye makeup remover, “C” Evolutive Eye Gel and Evolutive Eye Cream. These will nourish and hydrate your skin and reduce fine lines. $61.00

You can get the Rosacea Skin Care Pack if you are prone to rosacea or excessive redness or roughness. You get a gentle cleanser, lotion and care cream that should reduce the severity of your rosacea. It’s formulated for hypersensitive skin, so you won’t have to worry about irritation. $41.00

You can get the Power Repair pack for basically every other ailment. It treats aging skin and you get a cleanser, lotion and collagen cream to try. $41.00

So scoop up your Pevonia skin care kits and give the treatments a chance to change your life. You will be buying the bigger bottles before you can say “I look 25 again!”

Perfect for traveling, these two bags protect your valuable items and support a good cause at the same time. A portion of the proceeds of these bags goes to the National Breast Cancer Foundation.

With two sizes available, everything from clothes to earrings will remain safe and in place during your travels. Both bags are made of ultrasoft cotton and sport a pink and cream floral cotton exterior. Use the Lingerie Bag ($38; 12″ wide, 10″ deep when closed) to store larger items such as clothes, scarves and socks. The Lingerie Bag has two zippered pockets and comes in a decorative box. The Jewelry bag ($50; 9″ wide, 15″ long when open) can be used for smaller items such as toiletries and jewelry. The Jewelry bag features three zipper pockets with dividers and a large interior packet.