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"They'll be here in 10 minutes!" The first date survival kit
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items Not everybody has someone in their life to help them prepare for a first date, or tell them what they should have on them. This list will be catered to women, because frankly, I'm a woman.
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Hygiene
To throw in the purse
Smooth and silky
Hygiene
Please, please, please, don't go on a date with poor hygiene. Brush your teeth, floss, drink water.
If you feel like all the coffee and tea finally caught up with you, this is a great and *gentle* option for whitening. I have sensitive teeth that get extra sensitive when I whiten them, and I've found that this is my most comfortable option for me.
Crest 3DWhite Daily Whitening Serum with LED Light Leave-on Teeth Whitening Treatment - 0.63 oz
You're had your toothbrush for too long, it's time for a refresh. This one's cute, and functional. Please, don't go on a date with poor hygeine.
Oral-B 3D White Vivid Manual Toothbrush, Medium Bristles - 1ct
Again with the good breath, this is very important. This is just an added step to ensure you stay fresh.
TheraBreath Fresh Breath Mouthwash Alcohol-Free - Icy Mint - 33.8 fl oz
Brushing your teeth will only do so much for your breath if you don't scrape your tongue. There is so much bacteria and gunk that lives in our mouths, it's important to get rid of it!
Orabrush Tongue Cleaner
My favorite deodorant. Clean ingredients, lasts all day, and smells soooo good. It is pretty sweet, so take that warning, but if you want to smell like a cookie this is for you.
Native Spray Deodorant for Women & Men - Coconut & Vanilla - Aluminum-Free 3.5oz
To throw in the purse
I like to be prepared for everything. This list has things from mints, medicine, and chapstick.
To me personally, chewing gum on dates and in public can be rude. A mint is a great thing to have on you that can also not be too obvious.
Altoids Peppermint Mint Candies Breath Mints - 1.7oz
This is my date night perfume. It’s sultry, expensive smelling, and will surely make them remember. It also lasts for hoursss, if I wear this at night I wake up smelling like it.
Voce Viva Eau de Parfum Travel Spray - Valentino
Some may say this is overkill, but I'm a planner. If you don't eat enough and you start to feel sick, or your stomach starts growling, granola bars are a great thing to have on you. I would recommend having two, in case your date wants one!
KIND Bars Strawberry Sunflower Seed Gluten Free Snacks - 8.4oz/6ct
Headache? Cramps? Stomach ache? Don't let that ruin your date. These travel very well and are a must for emergencies.
Advil Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer Coated Tablets - Ibuprofen (NSAID) - 20ct
The person is probably going to look at your mouth at least once, make sure it makes a good impression. I loveeee aquaphor. It is a sturdy, tride and true for me. And I have very dry lips.
Aquaphor Immediate Relief Lip Repair Balm - 0.35 fl oz
Imagine this scenario, you've finished eating and now you smell like shrimp fettucini. (Trick scenario, please don't order fish on a first date). There is an easy fix, excuse yourself to the bathroom and wip out one of these badboys. Easy!
Colgate Max Fresh Wisp Disposable Travel Toothbrushes - Mini - Peppermint - Trial Size -24ct
It's been proven that something sour can rewire the brain and force it to focus on the scensation over everythign else. In turn, this can be a quick fix when feeling anxious, and there's nothing more anxiety inducing than a first date.
Trolli Valentine's Sour Brite Gummi Hearts Candy - 10oz
Listen I know. Handheld floss is new, it's sleek and easy. But then you have to throw it in your purse and it gets all disgusting. Just no. Grab one of these and have it for emergencies!
Oral-B Complete Satin Floss Dental Floss - Mint - 2pk
Listen, first dates are fun and exciting, but they can also be potentially dangerous. It’s always best to be prepared. Better safe than sorry. This pepper spray in particular is gel so it won’t spray back into your eyes if you ever have to use it.
Pepper Gel - SABRE
On the topic of safety, having a very loud alarm is a very good thing to consider. This one is cute and unassuming, and very loud.
Personal Safety Alarm - 140dB Loud Siren & Strobe Light - Waterproof Rechargeable Keychain (Wisteria)
If you have oily skin, or your makeup is just reallyyy glowy that day, these bad boys can be great for a touch up. This is also a mini size, great to throw into your purse!
Invisimatte Instant Setting + Blotting Powder - Fenty Beauty by Rihanna | Sephora
If you have dry skin, a misting spray can be great to keep on you to bring some life back into your skin!
Mini SOS Save.Our.Skin Daily Rescue Facial Spray
If you don’t drink enough water before the date, if it’s hot out, and especially if you’re drinking, have an electrolyte on you.
Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier Vegan Powder Electrolyte Supplements - Strawberry - 0.56oz each/10ct
Another nightmare scenario for you: you’re in the bathroom and notice a stray hair, where it should NOT be. Listen, I’m European, this has happened to me too many times. Now I travel with tweezers.
Tweezerman Slant Tweezer - Granite Sky
If you're nervous, you're of course likely to sweat more than usual. Nobody wants to be stinky on a date, take the deodorant with you.
Native Aluminum Free Travel Size Mini Deodorant - Coconut & Vanilla - 0.5oz
If you're planning on touching up your blush during the date, opt for a powder formula. If you use a cream or liquid it might sit oddly on top of the rest of your blush.
Well People Superpowder Blush - Pink Lady - 0.17oz
It's best not to risk getting breakouts from a dirty brush that's been thrown to the bottom of your bag. This brush is less than $10 and will do the trick.
e.l.f. Retractable Kabuki Brush
If you have the pain tolerance for it, I find that maxing is soo much better than shaving. I don't get nearly the same amount of ingrowns, no razor burn, and it grows back days and days slower.
KeShi Waxing Kit, Wax Warmer & 6 Hard Wax Beans
Wearing white is chic, but comes with it's obstacles. Carrying a tide pen is just a very grown up thing to do. And if you don't know how to use them, it's simple! Just shake, press down on the fabric with the tip of the pen, and cover the area.
Tide to Go Instant Stain Remover Pen - 0.33 fl oz
Hand sanitizer is always good to have on you. Nobody wants to get sick. But also, if your date doesn't have good hygeine, you might want this. Hopefully not, but it could happen.
Purell Hand Sanitizer Pump - Lavender - Trial Size - 2 fl oz
Argueably, one of the most important things, appearance wise to bring.
Wet Brush Mini Detangler Hair Brush For Less Pain, Effort and Breakage - Solid Sky Blue
A slightly more expensive, but in my opinion cuter option for a hair brush.
Tangle Teezer Mini Ultimate Detangler On the Go Hair Brush for All Hair Types - Millenial Pink
To show the kids one day; as a sweet memory, or cautionary tale
FHD 1080P Digital Camera 16X Zoom Pink
Hear me out. This makes for a great ice breaker. My husband and I completed one during our first date, and it made everything so much more comfortable.
LEGO Speed Champions 2 Fast 2 Furious Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34) 76917
Smooth and silky
Nobody wants sratchy or burning legs, espeically at a resteraunt, sitting across from someone you're trying to get to know. Do the safe thing and just buy the shaving cream.
Billie Whipped Shave Cream - Sparkle - 6.5 fl oz
For smooth shaved legs, if you so choose. If you prefer to keep your layer for warmth then keep it babe.
Billie Women's Sparkle Razor Kit - 1 Handle + Magnetic Holder + 2 Blade Refills
Long ago were the days where you're using your hands to shower. You gotta get in there, and these gloves make it almost too easy. They also exfoliate, leaving you with smooth skin.
EcoTools Avocado Oil Infused Gentle Bath + Shower Gloves
These are the wax beads I've used for years. They stick and melt well. I have sensitive skin and I've never had an issue with rashes or anything when using these.
Ajoura 1lb Refill Wax Beans for Hair Removal
I love these little razors for at home dermaplaning. Listen, you have to be careful when doing this. Watch videos before you do and take their tips and tricks. I find it's better to put oil on your face before using these to help it slide, and I don't do this more than about once every tw...
Schick Hydro Silk Touch-Up Dermaplaning Tool with Precision Cover - 3 ct