Writer
Milla Alexander
Valentine’s Day has been a staple holiday for people to express their devotion to their loved ones since the 17th century. But with all the carefully chosen gifts, flowers and cards that make their way into the hands and hearts of the beloved around the world, bundles of plastic and non-recyclable wrapping materials make their way into landfill.
A report by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation found that the production of plastic has grown exponentially over the past 50 years from 15 million tonnes in 1964 to over 300 million in 2014 - and is expected to double in the next 20 years.
So this year, why not give something a little different to your special someone, do your bit for the planet and go naked. No, not literally, but by stripping back on excess packaging. Show your partner, friend or crush how much you care while also showing some love for Mother Earth.
Naked in the bathroom
We all know you bare all to bathe, but did you know that the majority of the Lush 2020 Valentine’s range is packaging free? This means more room for high-quality ingredients in your products and more room for goodies in your gift.
So what are you waiting for? Have a browse at these recommendations and present your loved one with a naked present this year!
Let soap it lasts
Sometimes, the easiest way to show our emotions is with the power of an emoji. Give them suds worthy of a swipe right with Aubergine soap. This handful is seriously packing - with litsea cubeba, bergamot and tonka, a sparkling scent that will last all day on the skin.
Massage more than their ego
If showing your love involves getting hands-on, Naked Attraction massage bar will let you do just that! Sensual jasmine and uplifting mimosa combine and shake up your senses, putting you in sync with your partner as you glide this richly moisturising solid massage bar all over their skin.
Feeling fruity
Why not give that special someone a peach of your heart with a Peachy bath bomb? Filled with a cheeky splash of cleansing fresh peach juice and swirls of sweet davana oil, they'll be sure to be left feeling uplifted and perky - it’s the perfect sweet treat after a fruity session.
Give them your heart
If you want to tell someone how you really feel, then what better way than by giving the key to your heart? Love Locket Amazeball contains multi-coloured mini heart bath bombs that your loved one can shake into their bath. They can then decide to indulge and chuck the entire shell in for fabulous foam, fizz and scents of tonka and Brazilian orange oil, or they can save it for another time.
Shower them in love
If your love prefers to shower, Give them the happy ever after they deserve with Prince Charming naked shower gel. Vanilla pod decoction and marshmallow root will comfort while grapefruit oil and fresh pomegranate juice refresh and brighten skin. If they’re not sharing the shower with you, this nude noble is the next best thing.
Forget me Knot Wrap
No gift would be complete without something to wrap it in! Instead of wrapping all of your romantic goodies in paper or bags, why not pick a reusable Knot Wrap? Made from either organic cotton or recycled plastic bottles, Knot Wraps make the perfect final flourish to your gift. If words fail you, tie up your goodies in this You’re The Best Knot Wrap and let the package do the talking.
Undress to de-stress
A gift recommendation about going naked wouldn't be complete without mentioning a spa treatment! Trade in the boxes of chocolate and candies for an experience, and present them with The Comforter? treatment instead, where a hot chocolate scrub and rose body serum help that special person drift off to a world of sweets scents and pure imagination.
So, whether you’re looking to treat somebody special or treat yourself (because self-love is important, after all), Valentine’s Day needn’t be a messy affair. Strip off, go naked and give the world some love with a zero-waste gift this year.