3) Buy from an eco-friendly source

If you have an idea of what a friend or family member wants, see if you can buy it locally, from an eco-friendly source, or one that has a charitable or positive impact on the world. Local goods are inherently better because they don’t have to travel as far and are likely manufactured on a smaller, less resource-intensive scale. Eco-friendly products replace single-use alternatives, remove trash from the waste stream, or are made from more sustainable materials than their counterparts.

4) Buy something they’ll actually use

Has your aunt’s 15-year-old stand-mixer finally taken its last spin and you know that she’ll use the next one for years to come? Go ahead and buy her a replacement. There’s no shame in buying new products if you know they’ll be well-loved.

5) Larger family? Opt for a gift swap instead