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    31 Investment Buys Under £3 That Will Probably Make Your Work Day A Little Bit Easier

    Hey, if it helps to get me to Friday I'm sold.

    1. If you're returning to the office or work in a public place then this contactless door opener saves you from touching communal surfaces.

    2. This pretty and bargainous travelcard holder is a must-have at just £2.19!

    3. This highly rated tinted lipbalm is ideal to add a pop of colour whilst also moisturising a dry pout throughout the day (because office air-con plays havoc with skin).

    4. Sassy cutlery? Count me in. This fun stainless steel fork would make a packed lunch a teeny bit more exciting!

    5. Snacks can make all the difference to your day, and these individually wrapped lunchbox Oreos will have you counting down the minutes 'til break time!

    6. A volumising and refreshing dry shampoo is a must-have for days when you need to hit the snooze button!

    7. This cute portable mirror also doubles as a false eyelash storage box. It's ideal for doing makeup on your commute or for touch-ups throughout the day!

    8. Stationery lovers will probably adore this fun highlighting tool that contains five highlighters in one handy star. It's compact enough to take to meetings, and cute enough to spark conversations at the water cooler.

    9. This hard travel case will keep wires from tangling whilst you go about your day. Use it to store a charging cable, earphones, or delicate items while you're on the move.

    10. If you work on your feet all day then these firm insoles support and cushion feet, helping with both foot and arch pain.

    11. Cute stationery always makes work a little easier, and this on-trend 2022 pocket diary is a bargain. BTW early present buyers, it would make a budget-friendly gift too!

    12. These super handy mini pots are just £1.99 for six, and they'd be great for salad dressings or sauce!

    13. This cheap as chips makeup bag would be ideal for chucking in your handbag and keeping your essentials safe!

    14. Whether you work in a manual job, or your palms are dry from extra hand sanitising, this restoring and repairing hand cream is well worth the £2 it'll set you back.

    15. If you spend all day on Zoom calls, then these camera cover slides will give you the privacy you crave.

    16. This set of three rose gold pens will have you feeling like the *fanciest* note taker there ever was.

    17. Get meeting ready with these spearmint and freshmint mouth sprays.

    18. This cute organiser pouch would be ideal for storing sanitary products or lip balm in your work bag.

    19. If you count down the minutes until you can eat, keep your lunch cool with a set of three mini ice bricks.

    20. Music is pretty much a must for a long commute, so this pretty waterproof AirPods case would be a worthwhile investment.

    21. Stay fresh on long days with this cucumber and green tea antiperspirant. The handy 250ml size makes it easier to carry around.

    22. This super useful sandwich box will keep your lunchtime creation fresh and protect it from knocks and bumps.

    23. There's nothing like a mid-afternoon cuppa and snack to get you through the working day, and these brunch bars with oat flakes, honey, and chocolate are a pretty tasty option.

    24. If you need something cheap but refreshing to spritz on the go, then this candy floss body spray is sweet without being sickly IM0.

    25. A reusable metal straw set like this bargain one would be great for after work drinks or staying hydrated at the office. This set has four straws with silicone tips, two cleaning brushes, and a handy carry case all for under £3!

    26. Hygienically storing your mask is important, and this antibacterial case will prevent it from floating around a germ-ridden bag.

    27. If you're constantly waiting for break time then this split snack pot that clips shut will help to transport food safely.

    28. This hairbrush for styling up-dos will help to make getting ready for work a breeze.

    29. This peach scented cleansing hand gel is fast-drying and vegan friendly too.

    30. If you tend to chuck your hair up after a hard day then you'll probably want to add these soft and kind jersey hair ties to your basket.

    31. This set of foldable toothbrushes would be ideal for work trips – they're super compact meaning they can be kept in your handbag for emergencies.