Each year countless businesses across the globe promote Earth Day celebrations on April 22, by featuring eco-friendly products. These celebrations inspire change and create awareness of soil, air and water pollutants caused by many manufacturing processes.
The need for earth-friendly, natural products has increased as a result of more and more people becoming environmental conscious and going green. Consumers are not only looking for natural foods, they are looking for natural, eco-friendly building materials, home furnishings, clothing and gifts.
Savvy retailers know customers are looking to buy from and support businesses that carry natural products. Educated retailers quickly become the source of information that keeps these eco-minded customers coming back time and time again.
Many New Age and metaphysical shops carry natural products that meet the needs of the mystical sector as well as many other retail areas including the gift sector. Mystical shops believe in and know the healing powers of Mother Nature and her many gifts from the earth. Below are a few eco-friendly products that have crossover appeal.
Smudge sticks offer buyers a natural way to add fragrance to a room. Each stick is actually a bundle of dried herbs which have been wrapped securely with natural string. Because smudge sticks are made with real herbs they are less likely to affect those with allergies and sensitivities to fragrance.
Metaphysically, smudge sticks are used to remove negative energies, to bless, cleanse and purify a person or object. Many cultures and religions, including Wiccan and Pagan, use smudge sticks in their ceremonies and rituals, believing that the smoke captures the negativity or offending energy and transports it to the heavens where it is converted into positive energy.
The most popular smudge sticks are made from sage, cedar, mugwort and lavender. Sage smudges claim the number one spot in US sales and are the favored smudge of Native Americans.
Bamboo wind chimes are one of the most eco-friendly gift products available in the world. Bamboo is a fast growing tree, several varieties can grow four feet a day, and most species mature in 3-5 years. It also requires very little water to thrive and decomposes completely into rich nutrient filled soil.
Bamboo wind chimes are among the oldest wind chimes known to man. They produce an earthy tone that resonates deep into the heart and soul. Bamboo wind chimes add a natural beauty to their surroundings and can be used indoors and out. Chinese traditions states that when a wind chime is given as a gift it symbolizes harmony, peace and prosperity; and, it wishes the recipient good health and happiness.
Soapstone products are also very eco-friendly. This is because soapstone is mined in smaller quarries and is found closer to the surface as compared to other rocks like granite or marble. Soapstone is also naturally bacteria resistant and does not need to be cleaned with harsh chemical cleaners.
Cultures from around the world have used soapstone for centuries to make artifacts and every day products such as, pipes, cooking pots, utensils, jewelry boxes, oil burners and more.
Mystically soapstone is said to emit a balanced energy that stimulates one into action while remaining peaceful and calm. Soapstone enables one to take on new challenges and enhance the ability to cope.
Share the gifts of Mother Nature and inspire change by creating an awareness of the many eco-friendly products available today!
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