Backpack Beauty Musts: The Tools Every Girl Should Always Have On-Hand
Photo courtesy of ojon.com1/12Flyaway Tamer
Getting caught with frizzy flyaways that just won’t stay down is incredibly annoying. This mascara-like wand easily tames them using a non-greasy blend of oils. And (bonus!) it smells great.
Ojon Rare Blend Tamer, $24. ojon.com
Model: Photographed by Raymond Meier2/12Nothing can throw you off your game like a midday beauty mishap, whether it's a little thing like scraggly hair or a full-blown makeup meltdown (snowstorm + mascara = disaster). That's why it pays to be prepared! And because no one has endless amounts of space in their already-crammed purses and ultra-heavy backpacks, we're breaking down the absolute essentials.
Think of it as a purse prescription that you should be filling ASAP. Click through to see what the doctor's ordered!
Photo courtesy of drhauschka.com3/12Lip Balm
When your lips are chapped and peeling, you’re going to want a balm that can fix them fast. This one uses natural jojoba wax and shea butter to quickly soothe even the most painful pouts.
Dr. Hauschka Lip Care Stick, $14. drhauschka.com
Photo courtesy of sephora.com4/12Deodorant
Have you ever been in a scent situation where you really wished you had some deodorant to apply? Post-pop quiz, perhaps? Well, this teeny all-natural pick will literally fit into the palm of your hand, so you can stash it in your pocket on your walk to the bathroom.
LaVanila The Healthy Deodorant in Pure Vanilla Travel Sized, $8. sephora.com
Photo courtesy of sephora.com5/12Blotting Papers
As the day wears on, shine can pop up on even the most matte of faces. No big deal: Oil-absorbing pads wick away grease without smudging your makeup.
Tatcha Aburatorigami Blotting Papers, $12. sephora.com
Photo courtesy of nordstrom.com6/12Cuticle Pen
Hangnails and frayed cuticles are a small but mighty beauty plight. This nourishing cream comes in a pen, meaning it can’t spill in your bag and is easy to apply on the go.
Essie Cuticle Pen, $14. nordstrom.com
Photo courtesy of eyeslipsface.com7/12Color Correcting Powder
You know that horrible feeling when you stand up in front of your entire class and you slowly turn bright red? There’s a fast fix for that! Just quickly dust on a tone correcting powder. The blend of colors is specially formulated to combat your flush and return your face to its natural state.
E.l.f. Studio Tone Correcting Powder, $3. eyeslipsface.com
Photo courtesy of sephora.com8/12Tweezers
This pinky-sized tweezer can be stashed in the smallest spaces, and you won’t know what a lifesaver it is until you catch a glimpse of yourself in the mirror and see a giant stray brow hair that you’re just sure everyone’s been staring at all day.
Tweezerman Stainless Steel Mini Slant Tweezer, $15. sephora.com
Photo courtesy of drugstore.com9/12Makeup Remover Wipes
Sometimes you just have to start from scratch, so get rid of all your old makeup on the fly with a cleansing cloth before reapplying.
Olay Fresh Effects S’Wipe Out! Refreshing Makeup Removal Cloths, $5. drugstore.com
Photo courtesy of loraccosmetics.com10/12Concealer
If there’s only one thing you can take with you to a deserted island or, you know, stash in your locker it should probably be concealer. It is, after all, the makeup essential to end all makeup essentials. And Lorac’s Double Feature stick is pretty genius. There’s a stick concealer on one end, a liquid highlighter on the other, and a blending tool at the very top. This literally has you covered.
Lorac Double Feature Concealer & Highlighter, $35. loraccosmetics.com
Photo courtesy of sephora.com11/12A Little Bit of Color
When it comes to makeup wear and tear, your rosy flush and bitten-looking lips are often the first things to fade into no man’s land. Bring yourself back to life with Charlotte Ronson’s impeccably designed blush and bronzer duo, which packs two creamy products into one spill-free, easy to stash stick. Blend it on your cheeks, your lips, and even your lids for a midday refresh.
Charlotte Ronson 2 X A Charm Double-Ended Blush & Bronzer Cream Stick, $13. sephora.com
Photo courtesy of soap.com12/12Floss
Finally, carrying a small roll of floss can mean the difference between cafeteria embarrassment and a total no-biggie. Just give your teeth a once-over after lunch. You’ll thank us later.
Oral B Essential Floss in Mint, $2. soap.com
