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1. A hand sanitiser is a must, and this one is pocket-sized, watermelon-scented, and even comes with a clip to make it even more convenient.
2. Sanitiser gels can dry out your skin, which is why this E45 hand cream is an essential. It's suitable for sensitive skin too, so it shouldn't irritate your skin.
3. Hair grips disappear on me by the second, but these ones come in a handy little box which is the perfect size to keep in your bag. It's saved my hair more times than I can count when I've been out and about.
4. Keep one of these alarms hanging on your keys or bag in case of an emergency. When you pull it a 125db alarm sound rings and 200-lumen strobing light flashes.
5. In case you need to quickly jot anything down, this mini ballpoint pen is a great handbag keep.
6. These acne patches are my one true love (sad but true). I keep a couple of them in my bag in case a new pimple decided to pop up.
7. This refillable deodorant is made from 100% natural ingredients, and is the perfect size to pop in your bag.
8. If you ever get food stuck in your teeth, you'll be fully equipped with these dental floss picks which come with portable cases for your bag.
9. This travel-size Bed Head dry shampoo will give your hair an instant lift and refresh if it starts to go flat towards the end of the day.
10. Add some long-lasting moisture to your lips with this Dr.Lipp balm. I don't leave the house without it.
11. Add some colour to your lips too with these Dr.Lipp superfood tints. They're naturally pigmented and glossy, and can be used to add a quick flush of colour to your lips, cheeks, and eyes.
12. This foldable travel hairbrush has an in-built mirror, so you've got a 2-in-1 compact!
13. Or if you're someone that needs a light-up mirror, this compact might be a better choice.
14. Keep your cards safe in one of these slim card holders, so you won't have to faff around digging for loose cards in your purse. Yes, I was that person.
15. If you need more space for cards, this expanding wallet is probably a better alternative.
16. Top up your perfume throughout the day without lugging the whole bottle around, with the help of these travel perfume bottles. They're refillable and perfect to keep in your bag.
17. You won't have to worry about your phone battery dying with one of these Anker power banks tucked away in your bag.
18. Pair it with this short 15cm iPhone cable so you don't have an overly long charging cord taking up space in your bag.
19. You might prefer this magnetic power bank instead, which stands up and charges as you rest your phone on it.
20. If I lost my bag, a new pair of Apple AirPods would definitely make it to my re-buying list. I can't go anywhere without them.
