10 Best Eco-Friendly Wrapping Paper Options So You Can Gift Without Guilt
Say goodbye to all that ripped-up wrapping paper.

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We all look forward to opening presents with friends and family, but the leftover wrapping paper that goes directly into the garbage just a few minutes later is definitely problematic. And while you may have assumed most wrapping paper can be recycled, that’s unfortunately not the case. Luckily, there are other eco-friendly wrapping paper alternatives to use throughout the holiday season.
Our sustainability experts in the Good Housekeeping Institute — who have conducted extensive research on avoiding fast fashion and informing consumers on how to live sustainably — have vetted all of these products to ensure they live up to their eco-friendly claims. Based on their insights, we've rounded up the best reusable, recyclable and even plantable wrapping papers and accessories that will help you gift without guilt.
Emma Seymour (she/her) is the associate director of the Good Housekeeping Institute's Textiles, Paper and Apparel Lab, where she has led testing for luggage, pillows, towels, tampons and more since 2018. She graduated from Cornell University with a bachelor of science in fiber science and apparel design and a minor in gerontology, completing research in the Body Scanner Lab on optimizing activewear for athletic performance.
Laura Millar (she/her) is the assistant lifestyle editor for Good Housekeeping, where she covers home design. Prior to joining Good Housekeeping in 2024, she wrote for NBC's TODAY.com, where she covered everything from entertainment news to pop culture updates.


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