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Purse Must-Haves
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Catherine Avellino
Anything a girl could ever need in her purse! My go-to essentials for staying prepared (and saving the day more often than you'd think).
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Beauty
 
Everyday Essentials
 
"Just In Case"
 
Health
 
Hygiene
 
Tech

Beauty

The little things that help me feel put together, even on busy days

 
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My go-to whenever my lips are extra dry. It's one of those products I always end up reaching for
Aquaphor
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I love the unscented one! I haven’t had any issues with this specific lip balm becoming grainy
peptide lip treatment - unscented
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I love this lip oil so much I have 7 different colors😅😅
Glow Reviver Tinted Lip Oil
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These are the best hair ties for fine hair!
Non Elastic Hair Ties
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Perfect for touchups on the go!
Foldable Compact Travel Personal Mirrors
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Small perfumes like this are amazing to keep in your purse!!
Perfume Gift Sets
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Good to keep on hand for those annoying pimples!
Acne Patches
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Small hairbrushes like this are perfect for on the go!
Mini Hair Brush
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A staple vanilla perfume, such a great mini for on the go!
Being Frenshe Cashmere Vanilla Mini Mist 2oz
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A great mini hair brush to have!
UNbrush® Mini - FHI Heat
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I know it's technically an overnight product, but I use it during the day too because it keeps my lips soft for hours
Lip Sleeping Mask Nourish & Hydrate - Laneige
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The perfect everyday lip balm if you want something hydrating with a glossy finish
Lip Butter Balm, Vanilla | Summer Fridays
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Gives you an effortless "I actually slept eight hours" glow in seconds
pocket blush - piggy | rhode skin
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My hands get dry year-round, so I always keep one nearby
Moisturizing French Hand Creams | L'Occitane en Provence
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Especially if you wear acrylics or press-ons like I do, this keeps your nails looking fresh
Cuticle Oil Pens - Amazon.com
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A lifesaver for busy mornings or unexpected plans
Dry Shampoos : Travel Size Products - Target
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Perfect for throwing my hair up while driving, working, or running errands
Claw Clips - Emi Jay
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Tiny but surprisingly useful
Bobby Pins - Amazon.com
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Helps freshen up without ruining your makeup
Oil Absorbing Sheets & Blotting Paper | Clean & Clear®
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Perfect for quick touch-ups
Powder & Compacts | Face Makeup | Estée Lauder
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For those mornings when I need a little extra help looking awake
Concealer - Makeup - 164 Products - Ulta Beauty
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Great if you want to freshen up your makeup after a long day
Mini Lash Up Peptide Thickening Mascara - Iris&Romeo
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Makes any lip combo look more put together
Lip Liner - Amazon.com
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Everyday Essentials

The things I genuinely use almost every single day

 
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Holds all the obvious necessities
Wallets for Women | Coach Outlet
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Perfect if you prefer carrying something smaller
Card Holder - Amazon.com
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Great for loose change that would otherwise end up everywhere
Coin Purse - Maruca
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Keeps my keys from scratching everything else in my purse
KeySmart - The Best Compact Key Holder
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Makes finding my keys so much easier
Wristlet Keychains - Thread Wallets
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I still love writing reminders down instead of relying only on my phone
Pocket Sized Notebooks - Decomposition
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You always end up needing one when you least expect it
BIC: Ball Pens - Amazon.com
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Small enough to forget it's there until it comes in handy
Radiant® 3-in-1™ LED Mini Flashlight - Nite Ize
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Folds up tiny but has saved me so many times
Reusable Bags - BAGGU
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A must-have year-round
Buy Sunglasses Online for Men and Women | Eyebuydirect
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Keeps my sunglasses from getting scratched
Sunglasses Case - Amazon.com
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Weather apps aren't always right
THE DAVEK MINI - Our most compact
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"Just In Case"

 
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This is so important to keep on hand!!
Pepper Spray
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Health

The products that have saved me more times than I can count

 
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Keeps everything organized instead of rattling around your purse
MEACOLIA 3 Pack 8 Compartments Travel Pill Organizer
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Headaches always seem to happen at the worst possible time
Advil Pain Relief Solutions | Advil
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Better to have it than wish you did
Allergy medications: Know your options - Mayo Clinic
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Great for paper cuts, blisters, or random scrapes
Bandaids - Amazon.com
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Especially if you're breaking in new shoes
HYDRO SEAL® Waterproof Heel Blister Protection Bandages, 6 Ct
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A broken nail can drive me crazy, so I never leave home without one
Nail Files: Professional Nail Buffers | Tweezerman
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Surprisingly useful for more than you'd think
High-quality, Reliable Beauty Tweezers | Tweezerman
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Tiny but can save an outfit emergency
Mr. Pen Safety Pins, 300 Pack, Small & Large
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Perfect for that after eating heartburn!
Tums Travel Packs | Extra Strength Chewables for On-the-Go Relief
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Hygiene

These are the little everyday products that make being out all day a lot more comfortable

 
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Love these they’re so easy to fit in a bag or a pocket and smell so good!
Moisturizing and Uplifting Hand Sanitizer Sprays
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One of those things you don't think you'll need...until you really do
Travel Size Deodorant - Amazon.com
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They've come in handy more times than I expected, especially before eating
Wet Ones Antibacterial Hand Wipes Singles
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Perfect for traveling and can fit anywhere!!
Ultra Soft™ Wallet Facial Tissues for Faces and Hands
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Perfect after coffee or lunch
Breath Mints - Amazon.com
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Quickly freshens your breath!
Listerine Travel Cool Mint PocketPaks Strips
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Always a purse staple
EXTRA Polar Ice Sugar Free Chewing Gum, 15-Stick Single Pack
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You'll thank yourself after something gets stuck in your teeth
TePe Dental Floss Picks
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Great if you're heading somewhere after work or class
Travel Size Oral Care | Oral Health On-the-Go - TheraBreath
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Nice to have for long days away from home
Pop Sonic Electric Toothbrush (Black)
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Even if you don't need one, someone else probably will
Tampons Feminine Care - Health & Household
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Another purse essential that always comes in handy
Always Infinity Pads with Flex Foams
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Small enough to carry everywhere just in case
Organic Cotton Cover Panty Liners - Rael
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Tech

These keep my phone alive and make life so much easier when I'm out

 
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Probably the most important thing in my purse because my phone battery never seems to last
Portable Charger - Amazon.com
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You never know when you'll find an outlet
Charger Cable - Amazon.com
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Gives me peace of mind if I ever misplace my keys or bag
Apple AirTag (2nd Gen) Tracker for Keychain
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Perfect for errands, waiting rooms, or long drives
Airpods - Amazon.com
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Perfect to set up your phone for taking pics or making TikToks!
OCTOBUDDY - Official Website – OCTOBUDDY Website
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Great for watching videos or FaceTiming hands-free
QuikStand® Portable Device Stand - Nite Ize
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Easy to forget until you actually need it
Charging Block - Amazon.com
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Keeps chargers from becoming a tangled mess
FYY Travel Cable Organizer Pouch
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Snacks

Because nobody likes being hungry while they're out

 
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Keeps me from getting hangry between meals
Buy Barebells Whey Protein Bars Online
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Easy to throw in a water bottle whenever I need a little boost
Ultima Replenisher Electrolyte Packets, 20
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A simple way to freshen your breath or satisfy a sweet craving
Hard Candy - Hammond's Candies
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Great for busy days when I won't have time to stop for food
Buy Trail Mix - 30+ Varieties & Build Your Own | Nuts.com
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An easy snack that's always worth keeping on hand
Nature Valley Bars & Granola | Our Products
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