When I think about holiday gifts, I think in two different ways: what I would want to give... and what I would want to receive. As the owner of Fig & Flower, I'm a little biased; I love every single product and brand that we carry. I'm lucky in that I get to not only know the brand, but the person behind it which is a unique and awesome position. However, if I had to choose my absolute favorite items in the store, this is a good collection. When you're shopping for those green gods and goddesses in your life, I'd consider gifting them something from this list. If you're sending your list to someone, add one or two of these items (treat yourself!). 

Ursa Major Golden Hour Recovery Cream: This wonderfully rich yet fast-absorbing face cream provides deep hydration and nourishment to heal dry, sensitive or neglected skin. Use it daily for intense hydration or at night as a "wrinkle-busting" recovery cream. Ideal for men and women with drier skin or anyone recovering from prolonged exposure to the elements.

HollyBeth Organics Grits and Honey Scrub: Home is where the heart is, and in the case of this deliciously effective facial exfoliant, it’s where the ingredients were born. In HollyBeth’s quest to create the ultimate scrub, her mother recommended a true southern staple — grits. This southern-inspired scrub gently eliminates dead skin cells, leaving behind a soft and radiant complexion. Left on for a few extra minutes, it becomes a luxurious, deep-moisture facial mask. Great for face and body!

Vapour Lux Organic Lip Conditioner:  Lux is the pure prescription for healthy lips. This luxurious Organic formula glides on like a dream to restore vital nutrients and protect lips from moisture loss and environmental stress. Lips need moisture and purity above all else and Lux delivers. Organic Jojoba oil nourishes and regenerates tired lips and restores a supple youthful appearance. Lux’s lip-specific infusion contains antioxidant Helichrysum Flower, anti-inflammatory Lemon Balm, and restorative Organic Calendula Flower.

ILIA Lipstick Crayon: ILIA Lipstick Crayons are packed with healing oils of Coconut, Sesame and Cranberry Seed. 80% Organic, Vegan. 

One Love Organics Cleansing Sponge: The Cleansing Sponge is made with 100-percent pure konjac plant fiber, prized for its ability to detoxify pores and smooth skin while buffing away dirt and makeup. Soft yet exfoliating, The Cleansing Sponge is ideal for everyday use on even the most sensitive skin. The following sponges cater to specific skin types.

Captain Blankenship Golden Waves Sea Salt Shimmer Spray: Captain Blankenship's original Mermaid Sea Salt Hair Spray gets golden! It's the same classic organic Sea Salt Hair Spray formula but with added natural gold mica for beautiful shimmer. This golden magic works well on all hair colors, adding life, shine, and strength to your tresses. Stroll through a sunbeam and watch your organic glam make heads turn!

Sambuca Modern Apothecary Essential Oil: These 100% pure essential oil blends are perfect for any diffuser (like our new Mia) to keep your home smelling (naturally) lovely! These blends are undiluted and are to be used in a diffuser or diluted properly.  Use to make your own room spray, use a few drops in a bath, in a body oil...get creative! You can also add them to body lotions or oils for a little added scent. Free from all synthetic fragrance additives.

100% Pure Pretty Naked Palette: The Pretty Naked Palette is your very own makeup magic kit that will not only have you looking gorgeous, naturally but conveniently fits in your clutch. This palette includes soft, neutral tones that will enhance and beautify without making you look too made up. Each individual product provides a 100% Natural, nourishing formula packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and beautiful colors from pigments of fruits, seeds, flowers, and vegetables. Palette contains: pink champagne luminescent powder, pretty naked blush, and eye shadows in flax seed, toffee, and chestnut.

Kjaer Weis Lipstick: Moisturizing, organic ingredients like shea butter and jojoba oil are activated with the warmth of your lips, keeping them smooth and drenched in color. A rich, velvet finish more opaque than Kjaer Weis Lip Tints. As with all Kjaer Weis products, this item is refillable. 

Revive Bath & Body Bar Soap: Scented with a wonderful aroma blend, these soaps are sure to please every nose. Compared to a store bought bar of soap, these handmade soaps are made from vegetable-based oils and do not contain any harmful chemicals, preservatives, parabens, or synthetics found in commercial soap. These are gentler and milder, which guarantees the softness of your skin. 

Monday, June 20th marked the first official day of summer, but even though the days are longer, let’s admit it: we don’t always have time (or energy) to devote to a full face of makeup. If you’re looking to simplify your makeup routine, we have a step-by-step tutorial from our founder, Sara. Below, you’ll find the five (yes, only five!) products you’ll need to look fresh and clean this summer.

Step One: Apply Vapour Stratus Soft Focus Skin Perfector primer all over. Summer is a perfect time to skip heavy foundations and embrace primers and tinted moisturizers instead. This Vapour Stratus Soft Focus Skin Perfector is tinted for just a touch of color and includes light reflective technology to add a little glow wherever you go.

Step Two: Apply RMS Beauty “Un”-Cover Up concealer anywhere you want just a tiny bit of extra coverage. Using your ring finger (it’s the weakest of the bunch), apply this concealer to blemishes or other areas of redness. Sara recommends your ring finger in order to control the thickness of the product and leave a more delicate finish. To apply, dab the product, opposed to rubbing it, in order not to pull your skin. As you apply, avoid your cheek area in order to maximize natural cheek color (no need to cover up rosey cheeks only to apply blush on top).

Pro Tip: Use this concealer as “an eraser” to cover any excess color once your application is complete.

Step Three: Use Vapour’s Auro Multi-Use Blush Stick in Eros as your blush and lip color. Apply this multi-use blush stick with your fingers - two different ones to be exact. Pick-up the color with one finger and apply it with a different finger. This avoids adding too much color too quickly.  Cream blushes, like this one, are forgiving because if you find your cheeks full of too much color, you can easily rub it in. Use same product on your lips for easy application and saving time, too.

Step Four: Choose a neutral eye color like 100% Pure Eyeshadow in Star Bright. Using a neutral, but shimmery color will help your eyes look more awake. Make sure you blend the color well using an eyeshadow brush.

Pro Tip: Use your eyeshadow as a highlighter at the top of your cheekbones and bridge of your nose for an added summer glow.

Step Five: Finish your look with Alima Pure Natural Definition Mascara. We’re cutting out the middle man here (aka. eyeliner) and going straight for the drama with mascara. Use a black mascara, like the Alima Pure Natural Definition Mascara, and apply two coats. Adding an additional coat will turn up the look without any extra product.

Pro Tip: If you get mascara on your lid, don’t use a wet q-tip to clean it. Wait for the mascara to dry, and use a dry q-tip to remove the excess. Using a dry q-tip will help your mascara come off clean while a wet q-tip will spread the mascara around.