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The Chronically ‘It’ Girl Items 💅🏻
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items As we move into 2026, I thought it would be fun to create what are my “Chronically ‘It’ Girl Items” for the year. This is for the people who may be chronically ill but love to be fashionable and chic when it comes to their style.
While this list exu...
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Skincare
Makeup
Hair
Jewelry
Clothes
Accessories
Skincare
Hygiene is important but can also be done in easier, more accessible ways even you run on low energy 24/7. Here are some of my favorite skincare and shower products that help me to feel my best.
Want to keep your lips from becoming cracked or dry? The Aquaphor Lip Repair is what I use on my lips every night before I go to sleep to keep my lips soft and smooth.
Lip Repair | Aquaphor
Bubble’s skincare products are my favorite and right now they have plenty of gift sets with their products to try. They keep my skin healthy and hydrated with my favorite products being their gel cleanser and balancing gel moisturizer.
Dazzling Days 3-Step Refresh Routine | Bubble
These Cetaphil Cleansing Cloths are not only amazing for removing makeup, but also cleaning your face when you are low on energy.
Gentle Skin Cleansing Cloths | Cetaphil
These water activated facial cleansing cloths are also an amazing and easy option to clean your face when you’re low on energy.
Daily Facials Deeply Purifying Cleansing Cloths | Olay
I know a nice shower or bath always does me good and this EOS Vanilla Cashmere Body Wash is the perfect addition to have you smelling delicious.
Vanilla Cashmere Body Wash | EOS
And if you are using the EOS Vanilla Cashmere Body Wash you might as well get the 24 Hour Lotion to pair with it as well.
Vanilla Cashmere Body Lotion | EOS
This Vaseline Cocoa Radiant Body Gel Oil is the first moisturizing product that has kept me in a good routine of moisturizing my skin. It is lightweight but deeply nourishing with a soft, clean scent that will have you feeling and looking your best.
Intensive Care Cocoa Radiant Body Gel Oil | Vaseline
While on the topic of body oils, this Sol De Janeiro Shower Oil is truly the perfect choice. It foams up and cleanses while also moisturizing your skin, leaving you feeling super soft and clean with a decadent vanilla scent.
Delícia Drench Shower Oil | Sol De Janeiro
After you use the Shower Oil you might as well use the Body Butter to keep your skin even more hydrated and lock in that heavenly scent.
Delícia Drench Deeply Moisturizing Body Butter for Dry Skin | Sol De Janeiro
And if you didn’t already guess, I obviously recommend the matching Cheirosa 59 Hair & Body Perfume Mist to keep you smelling your best no matter what.
Cheirosa 59 Hair & Body Perfume Mist | Sol De Janeiro
Makeup
I personally still follow more of what many would call “clean girl makeup,” but truthfully it’s all about what makes you the most confident. That is if you are someone who prefers to wear it. Here’s some of my favorite makeup products for you to try,...
I personally do not like using any foundation or concealers on face due to sensory reasons. So under my eyes using something like this NARS Light Reflecting Eye Brightener to hide the dark circles under my eyes.
Light Reflecting Eye Brightener | NARS
My absolute favorite blush stick to use as the application is so easy and smooth. The color is very buildable and blend-able. Not only does it look amazing as a blush, but I often also use it on my eyelids like an eyeshadow for an extra pop of color....
Boomstick Color All-in-One Cream Blush
Glossier’s lash slick in brown is by far my favorite mascara I have tried. It is very light on my lashes but adds just enough volume to add that pop to my eyes.
Lash Slick | Glossier
My eyebrow hairs never want to stay and place, but when I use the Boy Brow I never have any issues. I’ve been using this eyebrow pomade since high school and swear by it.
Boy Brow | Glossier
The only choice for the perfect colored lip balm. It is perfectly moisturizing, pigmented, and scented with a color for everyone.
Balm Dotcom | Glossier
Hair
The UNbrush is the only brush I’ll use, especially when I’m spending long days in bed with my hair up in a bun or braid. It removes tangles and knots in your hair with ease and without pulling on your scalp.
Pastel Periwinkle Detangling Hair Brush | UNbrush
When my MCAS is acting up the CeraVe Gentle Hydrating Shampoo works wonders to clean my hair without me reacting to it. It makes my hair feel so clean and with a soft scent that has my hair smelling clean too.
Gentle Hydrating Shampoo | CeraVe
Obviously I’m pairing the CeraVe Gentle Cleansing Shampoo with the matching Conditioner!
Gentle Hydrating Conditioner | CeraVe
The CurlSmith Fragrance-Free product line is one of favorites to use in my hair. I personally do not react to these products with my MCAS and it leaves my hair super soft and flexible once dried and the crunch is scrunched out.
Fragrance-Free Strong Hold Gel | CurlSmith
The perfect leave in to pair with the CurlSmith Fragrance Free Gel.
Fragrance-Free Leave-In | CurlSmith
The Not Your Mother’s Curl Activating Mousse I have found is the key to making my natural curls hold without frizz for multiple days, without having to do a major refresher.
Curl Talk Curl Activating Hair Mousse | Not Your Mother's
These Braid Ends Hair Ties are the perfect reusable hair tie options to those clear plastic ones for braids. They are super soft and do not snag or break your hair.
Hair Band Braid Ends | GIMME Beauty
These Seamless Nylon Hair Bands are the absolute best hair ties that do not snag or break your hair. Making ponytails and other hairstyles low tension and effortless.
Medium Hair Bands | GIMME Beauty
Headbands are a must especially for those days when your hair is in need of a good wash day and your bangs are beyond repair.
Non-Slip Cotton Headbands | Tobeffect
The MELLO Cloud Clip is the perfect claw clip, it is flexible and soft so it does not hurt your scalp if you rest the back of your head on something. Also making it safer to wear when in the car or out and about.
Cloud Clip | MELLO
Want a fun, artsy claw clip to throw your hair up into for an easy style? Look no further than Artist Colette who has so many fun claw clips to choose from!
Film Reel Hair Claw | Artist Colette
Little hair clips like these are always a must to keep your hair up and out of your face when needed.
Silver Snap Hair Clips | Dofash
Jewelry
Personally for me jewelry is a must when I am leaving the house, though I realize it’s not for everyone. If you are someone who loves to wear jewelry like me, here are some pieces I recommend.
I love little gold hoop earrings and these from Comfy Earrings are the perfect addition to any earring collection.
Huggie Hoop Stainless Gold | Comfy Earrings
Delicate little bracelets can be the perfect little addition to any look and so why not get one that showcases what you are feeling inside.
The Rage Bracelet | Feel Shitty Look Pretty
Charm bracelets can be filled with so much personality and be meaningful to a time in your life. I absolutely love the one I designed from KendrasBeadery on Etsy and highly recommend them.
Charm Bracelet | KendrasBeadery
Statement rings are one of my favorite pieces of jewelry to wear as they can add so much to an outfit. One of my best friends bought me this silver snake ring and it is one of my obsessions right now!
The Snake Ring | Feel Shitty Look Pretty
Brooches can be such a fun accessory to add to a jacket or a bag and this vintage butterfly one I found on Etsy has such a unique and cute design.
Vintage Champagne-Gold Tone Butterfly Brooch Pin | FionasFair
If you too are chronically ill, there’s also a good chance you may need a medical id bracelet. This one is one of my favorites I have found, with its dainty heart chain and many options for the actual medical id tag.
Elegant Gold Mini Love Links Medical ID | Lauren’s Hope
Hot girls have tummy problems which in turn means we also have nausea issues. My go-to for combating nausea are Blisslets, a stylish nausea relief band that can be paired with any outfit. You’ll never catch me leaving the house without mine on.
Nausea & Anxiety Relief Cartagena Pack | Blisslets
Clothes
Clothes are an absolute must for everyone but having pieces that are easy to grab and put cute outfits together are also essential. Here are some of my basic favorites that can easily be thrown into an outfit.
Everyone needs a go-to jacket they can pair and throw on with any outfit. This Levi’s XL Trucker Jacket does just that for me and is an absolute staple in my closet.
XL Trucker Jacket | Levi’s
Supporting small businesses is a must and That Valley Girl has some of the cutest handmade tops that can make any outfit.
Adelaide Top | That Valley Girl
I love a good basic all around tank top and this one with built in padding is perfect to layer or wear by itself.
V-Neck Racer Back Tank Top | Danysu
Oversized button downs are one of my go-to tops for days when I need to run out of the house quickly. My personal favorites are the LL Bean Men’s button downs which I typically buy secondhand from Depop or EBay.
LL Bean Blue Plaid Button Down | EBay
A little self promotion as this is an item in my shop, but the “I ❤︎ Crashing Out” Tank is a must for any and all crash out divas out in the world.
I Heart Crashing Out Tank Top | The Crash Out Diva Collection
The Make A Move Palazzo Pants are the perfect comfy going out bottoms that are super soft and wearable if you have chronic abdominal pain.
Make A Move "ButterSoft" Knit Palazzo Pant | Natural Life
Wanting a statement dress that is sure to turn heads? This dress just may be it… while I have not been able to try this one out for myself yet, it is currently on my list of things to buy in the future.
Harper Button Down Dress | Garden Belle Shop
The coziest waffle knit loungewear sweatshirt you will ever wear!
Waffle Lounge Long Sleeve | Comfrt
A vintage 100% cotton Henley sweater is an absolute staple for me and this vintage one from Eddie Bauer is one of my favorites.
Vintage Eddie Bauer Henley Sweater | Depop
As a POTS girly compression socks are an absolute must for me, but that doesn’t mean they can’t be cute and fashionable. I recently purchased from Vix Socks and oh my goodness their compression socks are so cute, soft and comfortable, while also stil...
Cherry on Top, Bamboo Compression Socks (15-20 mmHg) | Vix Socks
While the Dr. Marten’s Jason look heavy, they are a relatively comfortable shoe once broken in that will get you compliments everywhere you go.
Jadon Arcadia Leather Platform Boots in Cherry Red Arcadia | Dr. Martens
Accessories
Finally you will also need accessories whether it’s for you going out or to leave next to your bed. Here are some of my favorite things I have on hand all of the time.
Staying hydrated is an absolute must and the Owala water bottles are a colorful and perfect addition to make sure you stay on top of it.
FreeSip® Water Bottle | Owala
Every chronically ‘it’ girl needs a little digicam especially for those fun moments out with friends.
PowerShot A530 5.0MP Compact Digital Camera | Canon
Staying organized is a must and what better way to do it than a Filofax. You are able to choose what inserts you want and create an organizational system that will actually work for you.
Holborn Personal Leather Organizer | Filofax
The Baggu Medium Crescent Crossbody has been my purse of choice for a few years now. It holds so much in its open compartment style center and is the perfect bag for anyone who loves to bring a lot of stuff with them.
Medium Nylon Crescent Bag | Baggu
I think a phone case can really show off your personality and as an art student this Monet phone case from Casely was my personal pick. Though Casely offers a phone case design for truly everyone!
Monet’s View Phone Case | Casely
I also paired this MagSafe Popsocket with my phone case to allow for easier phone holding. With the plus of this one also working as a kickstand for my phone.
MagSafe Kick-Out Grip & Stand | Popsocket
The GOQO TOMO heating pads in this specific style are by far the best heating pad I have ever used. The heat and timer controls are so easy to use and the pad itself is super soft and comfortable against the skin.
Plume Heating Pad | GOQOTOMO
A good pair of earbuds are always good to have on hand and I love these from Sony.
Wired In Ear Headphones | Sony
The newest purse I have added to my collection, this purse is the perfect slouchy bag with tons of space for all the things you need in your day to day life. There is even two separate straps with designated crossbody and shoulder straps.
Soft Real Leather Women Shoulder Bag | HYLeatherStudio
Don’t forget, you’ll also need a calendar to hold all of your yearly events in and this Susan Branch pocket calendar is perfect!
Small Monthly Pocket Planner | Susan Branch
Keychains are a fun and easy way to add personality to any bag and this one from LoveItByEm adds the perfect girly touch.
Mini Heart Keychain | LoveItByEm
Or you can buy this clip charm holder chain and add charms on from KendrasBeadery Etsy Shop to really add your personality to your bag.
Vintage Raw Brass Victorian Clip Charm Holder Chain | Kendra’s Beadery
Everyone needs a good pair of headphones and personally these are my absolute favorite. The noise cancellation is amazing and I love the touchpad style controls on the right ear.
WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise-Canceling Over-Ear Headphones | Sony
While I have personally not tried this specific heating pad brand it looks to be exactly the same as the other brand I have tried and the pink hearts are just so cute.
Pink Heart Heating Pad | ZXU