10 self-care essentials to keep in your bag at all times
Keeping your self-care essentials on you helps you to tackle whatever life throws at you. These essentials keep you prepared for any obstacles such as unexpected body odor, bad breath, and more. To help you choose what items to keep in your everyday bag, we wanted to highlight some essentials we are currently loving. From an aluminum-free deodorant that freshens you up after a workout to some chewable toothpaste tablet, scroll through to read more and shop some self-care essentials that come in handy at any time.
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Achieve a brighter smile on-the-go with CO. to Go Toothpaste Tabs. CO. by Colgate, which is an oral beauty collection aimed to boost your confidence, created waterless toothpaste tablets to help you freshen your teeth and breath wherever you go. Formulated with fluoride, these gluten-free and vegan tablets are a weapon to fighting cavities. To use these bad boys, simply toss one in your mouth, chew, brush, and rinse. If you’re looking for a great portable toothbrush you can pair it with these tablets, the brand also has a multi-featured electric toothbrush that comes with a soft travel case. The CO. Worker Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush targets those hard-to-reach places a manual toothbrush can’t reach.
CO. to Go Toothpaste Tabs, $14, co.colgate.com
Want to feel as clean as possible “down there”? Look no further than Goodwipes Down There Wipes! These feminine wipes are ph-balanced, plant-based, and biodegradable, and are formulated with sensitive skin in mind. They offer a quick refreshment during your period, post-sex, or after a sweaty gym session. Each box contains 16 wipes you can easily carry them in your bag to remove any unwanted odors anytime.
Goodwipes Down There Wipes, $11.99, goodwipes.com
As we continue to live through a pandemic, it’s important to keep your hands germ-free everywhere you go. What better way to do so, than with a hand sanitizer that keeps you safe while moisturizing your hands. Unlike other hand sanitizers in the market, the CBD Hand Sanitizer Spray from Lumibloom contains 2oz of 50mg CBD and is formulated with nourishing ingredients that mitigate the drying effects.
CBD Hand Sanitizer Spray, $14.75, lumibloom.com
You’re trying to weed off caffeine and opt for a healthier alternative but don’t know where to start. That’s where Golde Superfoods come in. Choose from three all-natural latte blends that give your body its daily superfood boost. Available in turmeric, cacao, and matcha, these lattes come in 12 travel-friendly sachets so you can easily add them to your favorite hot or cold drink or smoothie. They have no sugar and are 100% vegan.
Golde Superfoods Latte Sampler, $22, target.com
We get it! Carrying all these self-care essentials may seem like a lot; however, if there is one thing on this list you cannot skip, it’s this sunscreen. Daily exposure to UV rays no only can it increase your chances of getting skin cancer, but it also can lead to premature aging. Protect your skin on-the-go with the Supergoop (Re)setting 100% Mineral Powder SPF 35. Not only does this product act like a sunscreen with SPF 35, but it also doubles as a setting powder to minimize facial oil. It’s available in four different shades to best match your skin tone.
Supergoop (Re)setting 100% Mineral Powder SPF 35, $30, supergoop.com
Prevent body odor from spreading with Kinko Microbiomix Balancing Deodorant. This all-natural deodorant keeps your armpit fresh thanks to its aluminum-free and baking soda-free formula that balances the skin’s microbiome. It offers 24-hour odor protection by neutralizing the bad bacteria. Best of all, you won’t have to worry about the deodorant staining your clothes because the formula is oil-free.
Kinko Microbiomix Balancing Deodorant, $18, kinko.com
Keeping a notebook with you at all times is great for organizing your thoughts. It allows you to journal in daily events, feelings, and ideas that otherwise would be forgotten easily. It’s also a good place for writing down goals and aspirations to help you manifest these ideas. Hija de Tu Madre Book of Jefa Moves is a fun leather-bound notebook offering 192 pages of endless possibilities.
Hija de Tu Madre Book of Jefa Moves, $27, hijadetumadre.com
We’ve all had a hair emergency that could have been easily solved with a simple bobby pin. Unfortunately, like hair ties, bobby pins seem to have legs of their own and disappear. Keep all you bobby pins safely store in this tin packaging from Briogeo. This pocket-size containers fits 40 bobby pins to tackle all your hair needs on-the-go. $16 might seem a little pricey, but think of how much money you’re saving by not purchasing more bobby pin packs.
Briogeo Pin Tin, $16, briogeo.com
Staying hydrated on-the-go has never been easier than with Memobottle. This rectangular-shaped bottle carries 25oz of liquid and easily slips into any bag. The bottle is BPA-free and features two leakproof lids to protect your belonging from water damage. Best of all, for every purchase, the brand gives two months of clean water to a person in need through their partnership with water.org.
Memobottle, $36, amazon.com
Give your lips some TLC with Glossier Balm Dotcom. This lip balm has earned a cult following thanks to its hydrating formula the smoothes, moisturizes, and keeps lips supple. It’s available in 8 different flavors — ranging from berry to mint to coconut — and keeps your lips from chapping all year round.
Glossier Balm Dotcom, $12, glossier.com