The Ultimate Janni Bars Gift Guide: Plastic-Free Presents for Everyone on Your List
If you’ve ever found yourself panic‑buying a random gift set in a chemist on Christmas Eve, you’re not alone. This year, though, you can do it differently.
Instead of plastic‑wrapped “smellies” that end up half‑used at the back of a cupboard, you can give gifts that are beautiful, useful, and low‑waste—and that people will actually use and enjoy.
That’s exactly why I put together the Exclusive Gift Sets collection: carefully curated boxes that make it easy to spoil the people you love (and maybe yourself) with handmade, sustainable treats.
You can browse them all here:
If you’re reading this around our Black Friday sale, it’s also the perfect time to plan your gifting and save a little while you’re at it.
Why Plastic-Free Gift Sets Make Brilliant Presents
A good gift set should tick a few boxes:
- Useful – something they’ll actually reach for every day
- Beautiful – it should feel like a treat, not a chore
- Thoughtful – chosen with their hair, skin and lifestyle in mind
- Low‑waste – so it doesn’t leave a trail of plastic behind
Bars, balms and solid deodorants are ideal for this. They’re easy to post, easy to wrap, last a long time, and feel a bit special. They’re also a gentle way to introduce someone to sustainable beauty—without needing a lecture about it.
The Janni Bars Experience
What’s inside:
Shampoo bar, conditioner bar, two soap bars, lip balm, deodorant and a soap saver bag.
Shampoo bar, conditioner bar, two soap bars, lip balm, deodorant and a soap saver bag.
Why it’s special:
This is the full Janni Bars experience in one box—hair, body and everyday essentials, all plastic free. The scents are unisex, with lots of fresh lemongrass, peppermint and unscented options, so it genuinely suits almost anyone.
This is the full Janni Bars experience in one box—hair, body and everyday essentials, all plastic free. The scents are unisex, with lots of fresh lemongrass, peppermint and unscented options, so it genuinely suits almost anyone.
Perfect for:
Anyone in your life (with a need for shampoo—so maybe not the completely bald!) who either loves sustainable beauty or might just need a gentle hint that they do. From teenage girls to mums and granddads, co‑workers and teachers, this is a “can’t go wrong” gift that feels generous and carefully put together.
Anyone in your life (with a need for shampoo—so maybe not the completely bald!) who either loves sustainable beauty or might just need a gentle hint that they do. From teenage girls to mums and granddads, co‑workers and teachers, this is a “can’t go wrong” gift that feels generous and carefully put together.
Face Care Kit
What’s inside:
Face Balm with lavender and rosehip, lip balm, face wash and a set of reusable pads.
Face Balm with lavender and rosehip, lip balm, face wash and a set of reusable pads.
Why it’s special:
It’s a complete little face ritual in a box—cleanse, nourish and protect, without any plastic bottles. The reusable pads make it extra thoughtful for anyone trying to cut down on single‑use cotton and waste in their bathroom.
It’s a complete little face ritual in a box—cleanse, nourish and protect, without any plastic bottles. The reusable pads make it extra thoughtful for anyone trying to cut down on single‑use cotton and waste in their bathroom.
Perfect for:
A pick‑me‑up treat for a girlfriend, sister or mum, or anyone who loves a bit of evening skincare time and wants to make it more sustainable and soothing.
A pick‑me‑up treat for a girlfriend, sister or mum, or anyone who loves a bit of evening skincare time and wants to make it more sustainable and soothing.
Trio of Soaps
What’s inside:
A pick‑and‑mix selection of three of your favourite soaps, beautifully boxed.
A pick‑and‑mix selection of three of your favourite soaps, beautifully boxed.
Why it’s special:
Simple, classic, and very giftable. For just over €20, it looks and feels like a proper present without stretching the budget. You can choose scents to match the person—gentle, fresh, or something a bit more fun.
Simple, classic, and very giftable. For just over €20, it looks and feels like a proper present without stretching the budget. You can choose scents to match the person—gentle, fresh, or something a bit more fun.
Perfect for:
Office Kris Kindle, teacher gifts, neighbours—and honestly, every granny needs this box. It’s also ideal to keep on hand for those “I need a little something” moments that always pop up in December.
Office Kris Kindle, teacher gifts, neighbours—and honestly, every granny needs this box. It’s also ideal to keep on hand for those “I need a little something” moments that always pop up in December.
Shampoo Bar Box
What’s inside:
Your choice of shampoo bar, conditioner bar and soap.
Your choice of shampoo bar, conditioner bar and soap.
Why it’s special:
This is the perfect “starter kit” for anyone curious about bars but not sure where to begin. It covers the basics and lets them discover that natural can actually be better than what’s in the bottle.
This is the perfect “starter kit” for anyone curious about bars but not sure where to begin. It covers the basics and lets them discover that natural can actually be better than what’s in the bottle.
Perfect for:
Friends who talk about going more eco but haven’t made the leap yet, students, busy parents, or anyone you’d love to see start their own sustainable haircare journey.
Friends who talk about going more eco but haven’t made the leap yet, students, busy parents, or anyone you’d love to see start their own sustainable haircare journey.
Small Gifts & Stocking Fillers
Not every gift has to be a big box. Sometimes you just need a small, thoughtful something that still feels special.
Great options:
- Snowflake Soaps – Festive, pretty and practical.
- Hemp & Honey Lip Balm – A winter essential for dry, chapped lips.
- Hair Wax Stick – Great for men, women and even your pony. Perfect for taming flyaways, adding soft hold and showing that sustainable can still be fun and effective.
Perfect for:
Stockings, Secret Santa, teacher gifts, little thank‑yous, or as an extra treat tucked into a larger present.
Stockings, Secret Santa, teacher gifts, little thank‑yous, or as an extra treat tucked into a larger present.
How to Choose the Right Set for the Right Person
If you’re not sure where to start, here’s a quick guide:
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They’re always talking about their hair
Choose the Shampoo Bar Box or the Janni Bars Experience so they get shampoo, conditioner and more. -
They complain about dry skin or tired faces
Go for the Face Care Kit or a Trio of Soaps plus a balm. -
They’re curious about eco swaps but haven’t started yet
The Shampoo Bar Box or Janni Bars Experience is ideal—simple, practical and not overwhelming. -
You need something safe that everyone will like
A Trio of Soaps is always a good bet. -
You’re buying for teachers, colleagues or Secret Santa
Pick a Trio of Soaps or one of the smaller items like Snowflake soaps, Hemp & Honey Lip Balm or the Hair Wax Stick.
If you’re really stuck, ask yourself: What do they use every day? Haircare, bodycare, or facecare? Then choose the set that matches.
Where Black Friday Fits In
Black Friday can feel a bit intense, especially for small businesses, and I never want it to be about pushing you to buy things you don’t need.
Instead, think of it as:
- A chance to stock up on what you already use and love
- A way to sort a big chunk of your Christmas gifting in one go
- An opportunity to try one or two new things (like the Hair Wax Stick or a new set) at a better price
If you’re reading this during our Black Friday sale, a simple plan is:
- Start with gifts – who do you need to buy for, and which set suits them best?
- Add your essentials – your usual bars and balms so you’re covered for the next few months.
- Treat yourself – if there’s room, add that product you’ve had your eye on.
Then you can close the laptop, make a cup of tea, and feel very smug about being organised.
Ready to Build Your Gift List?
Whether you’re shopping during Black Friday or later in the season, the Exclusive Gift Sets are designed to make gifting easier, more thoughtful and a lot less wasteful.
You can explore them all here:
If you’re not sure which set is right for someone, you can always send me a quick message with a few details (hair type, skin type, scent preferences), and I’ll happily point you in the right direction.
Here’s to gifts that get used, loved, and don’t leave a trail of plastic behind.