QUESTION
Hi Petrica,
I hope you are well. How was your Holi? As you know, I am bamboozled by my handbag. What should I keep in it? I never know what I need, so I always end up with a bag full of clutter. Without a clear plan, I find it hard to prioritize.
Help me come up with ideas, please.
Love,
Josie!
ANSWER
Hi Josie,
I know, sweetie! We women carry a universe in our bags. I find an unbelievable amount of stuff every time I clean out my purse. I thank you for that. It got me thinking about what every woman should carry. Sure enough, here it is. If you don’t already have these things in your bag, pick them up immediately.
1. Pepper Spray: Definitely a must-have. Women of all ages and from all strata of society should keep pepper spray in their bags. If we are to avoid the unfortunate incidents against women in the past, pepper spray is a must for self-defense.
Pepper spray gives you the confidence to face any threat and protect you from harm.
2. Sanitizers: I usually carry two different hand sanitizers with me. If you travel by public transportation, hand sanitizer is a must-have.
3. Hair ties/clutches: They’re great when you want to keep your hair out of your face. Never be without elastic hair bands and one hair grasp.
4. Pads/Tampons: Stash a tampon or two in the small zip-loc section of your bag. The kit can be helpful in emergencies, as well as to anyone who needs it.
5. Makeup Compact: Carry a compact with a mirror to do touch-ups on the go. If the compact has a mirror, you would not need a separate mirror. Touch-ups will keep you looking fresh throughout the day.
6. Gum/Tic Tac/Orbit: Nasty breath is a major turn-off. When you fast, diet, and avoid food, your breath may sometimes smell foul. It’s always a wise idea to keep tic tac, gum, or anything else that could freshen your breath. After all, you don’t want your friends to guess that you had Dim Sum.
7. Lip Balm: I didn’t have to mention this. Probably all of you are carrying lip balms to keep your lips soft, hydrated, and moist.
8. Face Tissues/Wet Tissues: Keep both dry and wet face tissues with you to feel fresh on hot summer days.
9. Band-Aid: Good for covering pricks and abrasions.
10. Bottle of perfume: Keep the sample perfume bottles you get with purchases in your bag. Also, spritz your bag a few times to keep it smelling like you.
11. Sunglasses: Avoid sun exposure, especially during the summer when the sun is extremely bright and harsh on your eyes.
12. Oil Absorbing Sheets: This one is for oily-skinned girls. It is handy if you have a sudden event and your hair is looking too greasy. Baby powder and sheets will save the day.
13. Comb: Frizzy hair sufferers know how essential it is.
14. Hand Cream: This is essential for those with dry skin. Also, a sweet-smelling hand cream gives a pleasant feeling throughout the day.
15. Snack or protein bar: Hunger is quite distracting. I can confirm this. I always keep a small snack in my purse to keep me satiated during the day. Take a protein bar during your small break if you are health conscious.
So yeah, the list is endless, according to your bag size. Yet, these are the most helpful and essential things you’ll ever need in your purse. With these ideas, you’ll have a neat, organized bag and eliminate clutter. Leave a comment telling me what is your must-have purse item.
Love,
Petrica!
