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    24 Things To Keep On Hand That Are Worth Every Penny

    In your pocket, in your bag, and in your home.

    1. A hair finishing cream to help tame those annoying little hairs that surround your face and fly around no matter the weather or how much you try to control them. It's the size of a mascara stick so you can easily keep tucked in your bag's side pocket.

    2. An incredibly gorgeous silicone straw so you can ditch the traditional plastic ones during your morning Starbucks run. You'll get silicone carrying case that has a built-in keychain loop so you can take the little pack wherever you go.

    3. Coty Airspun oil-reducing and setting powder you can use on top of your makeup to soften the overall look of your skin and reduce shiny buildup. It's great to keep in your pocket for that 3 p.m. afternoon oil that you can never avoid even when you're just working at your desk.

    4. Traceless Invisibobble hair ties that'll get rid of that annoying ponytail crease that always forms once your hair has been pulled back for a while. They won't cause tangles or catch your hair, so no more painful pulling! And they'll sit nice and pretty on your wrist so you'll never be caught without one.

    5. A pack of MagicFiber microfiber cleaning cloths for glasses and electronic devices, because let's be real – living without smudges is nearly impossible. You can keep one tucked inside your glasses case that you already carry everywhere, so boom, problem solved.

    6. Supergoop! Acai Fusion lip balm with SPF 30 to provide full coverage while out and about. You can keep it in your pocket at all times to avoid a dry, cracked pout.

    7. Maybelline Instant Rewind Treatment Concealer with a sponge applicator tip that'll treat dark circles and under-eye puffiness. If you're feeling a bit tired midday, you can quickly brighten up your under-eye area with this! Just slip it into your little beauty pack that keeps your emergency tampon.

    8. Nano 24-Hour Skin Protectant Spray to banish icky germs while on-the-go. The water-based solution forms a molecular bond on the surface of your skin that stays active for, yes, a full 24 hours after application. This is definitely something you want in your bag at all times.

    9. A 32-ounce hydration-tracking water bottle, because you've been struggling to drink water regularly for months now and the constant dehydration is causing headaches. I'd recommend keeping a bottle in your backpack and one on your bedside table to help you hit your daily goal.

    10. A bottle of Poo-Pourri Before-You-Go toilet spray to mask any nasty odors so you can finally go to the bathroom comfortably at work, at your SO's place, or even in your own home. Honestly keep this with you 24/7, trust me.

    11. A Migrastil roll-on stick that'll disperse peppermint, spearmint and lavender onto your skin if you start to feel head pain as a result of a particularly stressful day. You can apply it directly to your temples and the back of your neck for some relief.

    12. Pepto chewable tablets, because you never now when a sour stomach is gonna hit. Pop a couple of these and relief is just around the corner.

    13. An all-natural, vegan, non-toxic, and cruelty-free stain remover that'll rid you of any stain imaginable. It'll be a godsend to have around in the house, especially during the holidays. At least one family member will drop the gravy on your rug, but you'll have this spray ready for action.

    14. Touch-up razors so you can safely remove unwanted peach fuzz + stray eyebrow and chin hairs. The blades are designed with built-in guards so they won't cut your skin, plus you'll receive an extra attachment for super precise eyebrow shaping. You can go ahead and nix stray hairs as you apply your makeup in the morning.

    15. A Fur-Zoff pet hair remover for carpet, couches, clothing, and bedding. It'll sweep up hair instantly, so you can run it over the couch before guests come over this holiday season. And yes, your pooch always sheds, you've just grown used to it.

    16. A drain clog remover so you won't get caught dropping big bucks on a plumber when your SO decides to let a clump of hair wash down the drain. It'll snake its way through to grab hair and grime with its textured edges. Every household should have one to avoid a huge bill.

    17. A handheld steamer to remove wrinkles within minutes so you never again show up to work looking like a mess. Trust me, you'll be so thankful for this thing when you're running late and don't have the time to iron.

    18. Bissell Stomp N' Go stain lifting pads so you can treat your pet's next indoor accident immediately (and effectively). It's great for wine, blood, and coffee, plus it doesn't require you using your hands!

    19. A jar opener suitable for those with limited mobility and safe enough for kids. It can handle bottles and jars of various sizes, using its metal teeth to open the lid with little effort on your part. You'll never hang to struggle with a stubborn jar again.

    20. A pack of organic tampons so you're covered if that time of the month occurs unexpectedly. It happens (unfortunately), so better keep a spare tampon in your bag than be caught empty-handed.

    21. A multi-tool to slip into your wallet for all types of quick fixes. It packs 40 tools into one, including wrenches, screwdrivers, a bottle opener, can opener, pry bar, cord cutter, hex bit driver, and more. It's the size of a credit card, so yes, you definitely have room for it.

    22. Box cutters that'll continuously come in handy with all the packages you open weekly. Keep one in your kitchen drawer and one in your desk drawer!

    23. A basic home tool kit so you can handle small repairs without having to call your parents first. You never really know when something is going to go awry, so you might as well be always prepared!

    24. And! A 321-piece first aid kit, because bumps, bruises, cuts, and scraps are bound to happen just as regularly as something breaking inside your moment — if not more often. Having everything you need to treat a wound is incredibly important to save and prepared living!

    Totally.

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