Handbag Essentials For Every Woman
As women, we carry the entire world in our handbags. It’s unbelievable the amount of stuff we carry around throughout the day, being prepared in any situation, anytime or any place is instinctive to us. However, on the days we do forget, we can always rely on a friend (or a complete stranger in a bathroom) to have a spare tampon or tissue. Carrying around a bag of makeup essentials might be too much for the average day, however there are a few certain beauty products every woman should have ready in her handbag, whether you are a working woman, a mum or even a student.
Blotting sheets are an absolute must for the summer, for those hotter days it can reduce sweat on the face as well as oils. The little sheets can be blotted over the face when needed, and can be used over any foundation. Blotting sheets are sold in almost every beauty store, The Body Shop sell a ‘Tea Tree Blotting Sheet Pack’ for £3.99.
We pick up so many germs throughout the day, especially using public transport. Things like using hand rails and opening doors are ways we pick up germs, and we have no way of avoiding it. Carrying around hand sanitiser can just keep germs at bay throughout the entire day, especially if you haven’t got time to pop to the toilet, or in some cases the toilet has ran out of soap.
Hair bands come to the rescue when you just want to get your hair out of your face. Keeping one in your handbag can be helpful, just incase.
Perfume is handy to carry, in case you need an extra spray just to intensify your scent, or if it’s worn off. Using a travel perfume atomizer (a mini perfume bullet), allows you to carry a small amount of perfume around, it also prevents spilling and is an airtight way to carry perfume, without taking up space.
Cotton buds are ideal for those of you which wear darker makeup, cotton buds allow precise touching up of smudged eyeliner, or mascara.
A clear nail varnish should be essential in every woman’s handbag. This nail varnish can have a range of helpful purposes, applying a single layer can add an extra touch to your nails. It’s a professional look and is the ideal mini manicure if you desire a simple nail look, or if you didn’t have time the night before. Not only can it be used for your nails, but can also be a life saver to any tight wearer, it can stop laddered tights in it’s tracks. It’s also an affordable product and you can pick it up for as little as £2.99 in Boots.
A cheek and lip tint is an ideal multi-purpose product, it avoids carrying two products around. It allows quick lip touch ups, as well as the cheeks. A muted pink cheek and lip tint can also suit any skin tone.
You can never go wrong keeping a small pot of plain vaseline in your handbag. It can be used on your lips, when dry and in need of hydration. On your cuticles and nails, and even as a general moisturiser. It can also be a life saver, on a hot day and you’ve worn a dress to work your legs unfortunately rub. Having vaseline handy can prevent that chafing pain.
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