27 Products For People Who Like To Be Over-Prepared

We all know someone who's just a little extra like that.

1. Waterproof shoe covers to keep your feet dry when you unexpectedly get caught in a torrential downpour.

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Promising review: "I bought these for my son to protect his sneakers from getting wet. I had forgot to give them to him and left them in my bag. Two days later, after commuting home from work, I got caught in torrential down pour that came three hours earlier than the weather man predicted. I had to wade my way in an over-the-ankle stream of water. Let’s just say, were a life-saver and I need a pair for myself. My feet were so dry even after trudging through the huge puddles!" —Sass O.

Get a pair from Amazon for $13.90.

2. A swiss army knife with 14 features (!!!) so you can be prepared for literally any situation.

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In case you can't see in the picture, this swiss army knife has 14 functions, which includes a large and small blade, corkscrew, a can opener/small screwdriver, a bottle opener/large screwdriver and wire stripper, reamer, key ring, tweezers, toothpick, scissors, and multi-purpose hook/parcel carrier.

Promising review: "With this tool, you'll always be prepared. I keep it in my purse at all times and I've been surprised by how often I use it. I definitely use the knife blades and the scissors the most often, but there have been times when the wine cork has come in handy too. This has just the right amount of tools on it, and it's a great size. And of course, this little guy is built to last. All of my guy friends make fun of me for carrying this around, but they shut up pretty quickly when I'm the only one with a bottle opener ;)" —Mirogljm

Get it from Amazon for $30.99 (available in eight colors).

3. Or a sleek multi-tool with 11 functions that you can slip in your pocket or wallet so you can crack a beer or open boxes ~in style~.

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This little (but mighty!) gadget includes a can opener, bottle cap opener, four-position wrench two-position wrench, butterfly screw wrench, direction axillary wrench, knife edge, saw blade, screwdriver, ruler, and a keychain hole (for easy attachment onto your gear).

Promising review: "These fit perfectly in your wallet or pocket. It has gotten me out of a jam many times. There are 11 functions this card can perform and I have used eight of them so far, with positive results. Whether it's opening a box, tightening a screw, or opening a bottle or can, this is a nice tool to have around. I bought these as gifts for everyone in my family and they all love them. No matter what your daily routine is, there will be a time when one or more of the tools functions will come in handy. I keep one in my pocket and one in my car at all times. It is always good to be prepared. These make a great gifts and you can't beat the price." —Dana Bradley

Get it from Amazon for $4.60.

4. Travel-sized Poo-Pourri so you'll always be on-the-ready when ~doody~ calls in public. Just give this a spritz before you go and no one has to know what you're up to in there.

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Promising review: "Mild and pleasant yet effective scent, this tiny travel-size tube is perfect to keep in your purse or pocket for when you're away from home. Nobody wants to have to do a '#2' anywhere but at their own home but if you do have to, it's nice to have a little backup with you in the form of this little spray." —N. Cousino

Get it from Amazon for $8.59 (available in six scents).

5. Period panties to help prevent leakage when you get an unwarranted visit from Aunt Flo.

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These panties are made mostly of breathable nylon that is water resistant. This way, in conjunction with other feminine hygiene products, you won't have to worry about ruining your expensive clothes or sheets.

Promising review: "Why have I lived all my life without these? I bought a few pairs for my teenage daughter and she liked them so much, I decided to try them myself. They work exactly as described. They don't take the place of your other feminine hygiene products but they protect perfectly when pads or tampons leak. No more stained sheets and clothing. I don't know how they do it, but these wash perfectly every time and the stains come right out! I will say, I read a few reviews about them running small, but for me they ran true to size (if not, a tiny bit big and are very comfortable). I am 5'4 and 120 pounds and the small fits me very well." —Momme

Get a three pack from Amazon for $14.59+ (available in sizes XS-XXL and many different color combinations).

6. Caffeinated breathe mints that'll give you a little pep in your step *and* fresh breath before a last-minute date.

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These mints also come in handy in terms of making less bathroom trips! if you know you're going to be somewhere where you'll be without a restroom for a long period of time, but still need a caffeine fix, these lil' guys will be your lifeline.

Promising review: "These mints are awesome for several reasons. I am a coffee junkie and drink at least 2–3 cups in the morning to get me started. However, on vacations or trips, I hesitate to drink so much coffee because I need to stop often for a bathroom break. Well, enter these little gems; not only are they breath freshening, but work just as well, if not better, than my regular coffee (without feeling jittery). I was very skeptical that these would work for me, but they are fantastic. I feel like I could have these alone, without any coffee, and still be able to function. If you are like me and looking for a coffee substitute, I can attest to the fact that they work great! I used them consistently on a recent cross country trip to D.C. and they were great!" —C Louise

Get it from Amazon for $4.99+ (available in five flavors).

7. A weekly pill organizer so you never have an excuse not to take your vitamins or medications. Plus, you can easily prepare these for the week way ahead of time and just throw them in your bag on your way out of the house.

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Promising review: "This pill box is exactly what I was looking for. I take several medications a day and this helps keep me organized and makes it very easy to see whether I remembered to take them or not. I also love that if I go away for a weekend, it is very convenient to take the pill boxes for the days that you will be gone." —Tabatha Cumer

Get it from Amazon for $6.89.

8. Deodorant removing pads to rub away those *pitiful* white stains on your favorite black shirt before a big meeting.

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Promising review: "These things are magic. I keep some in the car, at work, and in my gym bag (basically everywhere). They work great on clothes but also on couches, shoes, and bedding." —HR112

Get a pack of two from Amazon for $7.99.

9. A handy-dandy wine tote because you never know when its going to be ~wine o' clock~. It's super roomy, so you'll have lots of space to put the necessities (other than the wine).

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This tote holds two bottles of Wine (or 1.5L of your favorite beverage) in the removable, easy to use bpa-free party pouch that comes with the bag!

Promising review: "I purchased this purse for my wife for Mother's Day and she absolutely LOVES it! The purse is elegant looking and constructed very well. She drinks boxed wine and was able to use the already filled two-liter bag with the spout and just drop it into the purse. We went to a formal party where the drinks were overpriced. She was able to pour her own wine at the table and no one even noticed all night long. She likes that the pocket where the spout comes out is flush with the purse so the spout is not obvious. There is also a lot of room in the purse for other items like keys, cell phones, etc. As she would say, cheers!" —Dean Flowers

Get it from Amazon for $49.95 (available in six colors).

10. A migraine stick to help alleviate pain when a debilitating headache sneaks up on you.

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You use the simple roll-on applicator to apply the essential oils to your forehead and temples (don't go too crazy or you may accidentally get some in your eyes), and then apply as much as you want to the back of your neck. Within 30 seconds, you'll start to feel cooling relief! Also, check out a BuzzFeed writers in-depth review about how much this migraine stick helps alleviate her headaches!

Promising review: "This is the only thing that works for my headaches. I keep it in my work bag and as soon as I feel a headache coming on, I immediately apply this! If I'm at home, I put it on my temples and along with a cool wash cloth and it does the trick every time!" —Meg

Get it from Amazon for $10.99.

11. A zipper pull tool so you can wear a dress and be worry-free. Gone are the days of asking strangers to zip your dress up in a bathroom bar or breaking your arm trying to reach around and zip it yourself.

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Promising review: "So in the old days, I rigged up a zipper puller with a paper clip and a string. This was great for the old zippers there the pull had a little hole in it. However, invisible zippers have taken over the fashion world and those pulls are solid. I've found myself getting into all kinds of contortions trying to pull up zippers in public, so my curiosity was definitely piqued when I saw this little item. Lo and behold, it does exactly what it's supposed to do. This really is a life changing thing for me. Now I don't have to choose my dresses according to whether or not my spouse is home to help me zip!" —Vicky Embrey

Get it from Amazon for $14.99.

12. A travel-sized razor, because missing a huge spot while shaving and not noticing until later is definitely not a mood.

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Promising review: "This is perfect for a touch up when you aren't at home and are in a hurry. It is compact and comes in a little case so you can easily keep it in your purse, backpack or car. It works great for me when I am on the go and I still get a great shave!" —M. Vroman

Get it from Amazon for $6.79.

13. A sleek and stylish USB bracelet so you'll be prepared when you unexpectedly need to charge your phone or transfer files.

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This specific bracelet is compatible with Apple (iPhone 5/5S, 6/6S, 7/7+, 8/8+), but you can also get one for Samsung products.

Promising review: "Love this. What a great way to carry around your charging cable. I used this when visiting Disney World. There are more and more USB ports in the parks and at the airport. Very handy." —HP

Get it from Amazon for $12.70 (available in two different sizes).

14. A rechargeable handwarmer to keep ~on hand~ when you miss the train and have to stand in the cold for quite some time.

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The charging hardware is included so you can charge this baby up! It has three different heat settings for maximum warmth. A little added bonus to this handwarmer is that you can use it as a power bank to charge your phone, if necessary.

Promising review: "My husband works outside and I got this for him. He absolutely loves it. It definitely gets hot and stays hot. Not to mention, it charges your phone too! The other day I had a sore muscle on my back and he turned it on, and it actually really helped! Love its many purposes and the little bag it comes in, which is perfect for carrying it around!" —Jennyheflin1218

Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in five colors).

15. A GoGirl urination device so you won't have to wonder whether you're peeing on your leg (or not?) while hovering over a public toilet — you can now pee standing up.

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This urination device is moisture resistant, anti-microbial, and 100% latex free. No more squatting awkwardly, making a mess when you're in the wilderness, or staring down at a disgusting toilet seat. Just place the funnel over your crotch, stand up, point, and pee away!

Promising review: "This is so wonderful. You will never have to stand and pee down the side of your leg in a gross public restroom again. You will never have to squat and pee on your shorts or maybe shoes while taking a hike in the woods. You can roll it up and squish it in your pocket or bag so easily. Seriously, it works so well." —Matt'sWife

Get it from Amazon for $9.47.

16. Oil-blotting papers, because although you are a ~shining star~ you don't want your face to be a shining, greasy mess all through the work day.

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These come in two varieties, green tea or charcoal. Both are great for your skin and will help absorb the excess oil!

Promising review: "I love these so much! Honestly, I've struggled with an oily face my whole life and these face tissues are life changing. I use them every day and they don't mess up my makeup at all. They're super tiny and easy to take with me. I went ahead and purchased the two-pack so I can keep one in my work bag and one in my school bag. So happy with these!" —Breanna Warren

Get it from Amazon for $6.95.

17. A wireless portable charger to prevent your mom from sending a search party out for you every time your phone dies. Now, you can charge your phone anywhere without needing a pesky cord.

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Promising review: "I love this portable charger. My phone is two-years-old and the battery life isn't great. This is a lifesaver. It charges my phone fast and well. It's fool proof. I like that you can see the percentage on the front of it and is an item I always keep in my bag." —Nicole

Get it from Amazon for $33.99.

18. Aquaphor, the cure-all to everything, imho. Chapped lips? Dry skin? No problem, because you will be prepared for it all with this baby in your purse.

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Promising review: "I mean, who doesn't love Aquaphor? I literally use this for EVERYTHING. With two toddlers, I tend to keep many of these on hand in my house/bag for diaper rash, chapped skin, moisturizing, etc. It's amazing." —Jenny Wojteczko

Get it from Amazon for $5.98.

19. Sweat block, a wipe you can use once every seven days (or as needed) in conjunction with your regular deodorant to make sure those pit stains stay far, far away.

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Promising review: "Sweatblock is the only thing that is ever worked for me,. I’ve tried every antiperspirant on the market that claims to stop under arm sweating. Nothing has ever worked for me. This product actually works though. I do have to apply at night and follow all of the instructions very closely for it to work. Nonetheless, I’m happy overall with the product. It’s really amazing to be able to wear shirts that are gray and other colors. I’ve been subjected to just wearing black t-shirts because that’s what hide the pit stains the best. I’m the guy who (without Sweatblock) can fully sweat through a suit jacket in about an hour and a half—no problem. I can also get 12 inch radius pit stains on a perfectly cool day in about an hour. For people who really have a problem, this is incredible. For people don’t have a problem, they don’t get it—but for those of us who do, Sweatblock can truly be life-changing." —Sylvan

Get it from Amazon for $17.97.

20. A Tide 2 Go stain remover stick, because spilling something on yourself in public is absolutely inevitable at this point in life.

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Promising review: "These were a lifesaver. I was walking to the bus and decided it was a great decision to drink coffee while walking. Like a scene from an infomercial, I spilled coffee all over my white shirt. Yes, the classic coffee on the white shirt. Luckily I had one of these in my bag (I put one in each of my most-used purses in anticipation of my clumsiness). I went into a store bathroom and quickly scrubbed the Tide To Go on my shirt. All of the coffee blobs went away and once the awkward wet splotches dried up, my shirt was perfectly white again. You've got yourself a big fan, Tide." —NAD

Get a pack of three from Amazon for $6.79.

21. Breathable patches so you can stop pimples right in their tracks, wherever you may be.

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Some people don't suggest putting these on in public, but if you're intense about your skin (like me) and always down to fight a pimple (like me), this will be a necessity in your bag to prepare for the worst-of-the-worst (a hurtful, huge, underground pimple that needs to be destroyed asap).

Promising review: "I’ve been seeing dermatologists for almost 10 years now because I have sensitive skin and am prone to getting stubborn acne. This is better than any of the products I’ve been prescribed and significantly cheaper (even with insurance!). I pop a patch on before bed and take it off when I wake up and the magic has been done — it doesn’t bother my skin or anything! These patches very well may be the product of sorcery, but they’re saving me money and dry skin from topical medications!" —Amazon Customer

Get pack of 24 from Amazon for $6.27.

22. An on-the-go case of flossers, because nothing is worse than feeling like there's a flake of popcorn stuck in between your teeth during a whole entire movie.

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This nifty flosser case comes with 12 flossers and will always be prepared to get ~flossy~ with you on-the-go. I even keep some of these in my car, just in case!

Promising review: "I purchased this to keep in my purse zipper compartment for 'emergencies,' aka getting something stuck in between my teeth, such as pepper, lettuce, herbs, whatever. I can go to the powder room and remove whatever it is. I feel better having these in tow. We love to use Plackers at home too, because it makes flossing easy. I also love that I can refill the case. The case is easy to open and close and feels like it will stay closed well in my purse. These are a great idea! I'm very happy to have this tucked away in my purse!" —SmallTownGIrl

Get it from Amazon for $4.85.

23. Pre-heels blister prevention spray you can keep in your bag so your ankles don't get chewed up by your favorite pair of pumps.

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Check out how much a BuzzFeed editor loves this blister prevention spray!

Promising review: "I LOVE this product. There are a few disclaimers. This will only do so much to protect against brand new shoes. It will definitely help, but will not protect your foot from getting blisters if the shoe is tight or small from the get-go. That's just going to happen no matter what. It will alleviate the pain for uncomfortable shoes that you own and have already at least started to break in. It will also leave slight unnoticeable residue at the end of the day, once you take your shoes off. It just starts to flake off lightly and all you need to do is wash it off. I put this on with all of my even slightly uncomfortable shoes, and I barely ever have any problems." —AKF16

Get it from Amazon for $14.99+.

24. An on-the-go Siracha kit so you can always have your favorite hot sauce on hand, even if the restaurant your at doesn't.

This kit comes with a 9 Ounce bottle of Sriracha, a 1.7 Ounce Keychain and a 1 Ounce Keychain so you can get ~hot and heavy~ wherever you may be!

Promising review: "I got this as a gift for my friend and she loved it! She really likes having a small bottle to clip on their purse when we go out, just in case the restaurant we're at doesn't have Sriracha!" —Deborah

Get it from Amazon for $19.99.

25. A reusable Baggu grocery tote you can keep in your (regular) bag so you are always ready to grocery shop and support the environment.

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Promising review: "These are great. Large capacity, thin but very durable material, fun colors and patterns, and they fold easily into a lightweight little square. I toss one in my purse and I'm ready to carry a couple of grocery bags' worth of stuff. I've tried various reusable bags before, but found them too flimsy or small, or too difficult to fold up correctly. These are the first I've bought extras of." —Riverrat1

Get it from Amazon for $9 (available in 29 patterns/color).

26. A 2019 pocket planner so you can make the most out of your weekends and plan ahead this year.

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Be sure to check out BuzzFeed Reviews for an in-depth comparison of the best planners at three price points!

Promising review: "I love this calendar. It is a great pocket sized planner with weekly pages in addition to a monthly calendar for when you need more space. I love the elastic closure as it keeps pages from getting bent up in your purse/bag"—Glenna

Get it from Amazon for $14.95.

27. An all-natural lavender sanitizing spray that kills 99.9% of germs and smells amazing for when you go to a concert or festival that only has porta-potties (v gross).

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This product is made with only FOUR ingredients so it's incredibly simple yet effective. It will kill bacteria and germs but leave your hands super soft. It's also organic, fair trade, cruelty-free, and uses 100% post-consumer recycled packaging!

Promising review: "This is an all time must in every purse/pocket. It is very easy on my hands, unlike other hand sanitizers. I spray down shopping carts and play ground handles to kill germs! It also smells so beautiful. People stop and ask what I'm wearing I'm wearing. Then I give them a spritz of this and they pretty much fall over!" —Amazon Customer

Get a pack of two from Amazon for $12.50.

You, to all your BFF's that are less prepared than you:

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The reviews in this post have been edited for length and clarity.

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