5 Beauty Products Every Woman Needs In Her Purse

Photo Credit: @thedailyedited

Photo Credit: @thedailyedited

By: Crista Lacqua

Some people feel naked without jewelry; we feel naked without a plethora of beauty products in our purse. So, we thought it only necessary to reflect on what products we truly need to cease the day.  No matter we’re running to the spin class, grocery shopping in TriBeca or bouncing between meetings, the following items will keep you looking, smelling and feeling fresh, ready for anything the day brings. (And surprise, you need way less than you think).

Pacifica Underarm Deodorant Wipes With Coconut Milk & Essential Oils
$9; ulta.com

Summer is approaching and so is New York City Transit B.O.  But, have no fear: If Pacifica’s Underarm Deodorant Wipes can save us from public scrutiny while riding the R train during rush hour in July, then there’s hope for anyone. Made with all-natural ingredients, essential oils and coconut milk, these wipes deliver real results (Buh-bye, perspiration!) and smell so good you’ll want to eat them.  Plus, they conveniently fit in any sized purse.

Glossier Lip Gloss
$14; glossier.com

As the saying goes, “As long as your lips are shiny, you don’t need any other makeup on your face.” This Lip Gloss is formulated with Vitamin E, so it will enhance and nourish your lips by giving them pure shine without any other color or glitter.  This is the perfect lip product to carry around because whether you are doing errands or handling work meetings, with one quick swipe across your lips, you’ll look sophisticated and put together.  

Tata Harper Volumizing Lip And Cheek Tint—Very Charming
$36; Tataharperskincare.com 

Tata Harper’s Volumizing Lip And Cheek Tint has become a regular in our beauty routine.  If you yearn for effortless, naturally looking soft-pink cheeks and lips, then this product is for you. The color looks good on any skin tone and really brightens your face.  It’s perfect for when the mid-afternoon work-slump hits and your face or lips need a quick pick-me-up color. Oh, and did we mention, Gwenyth Paltrow uses it. Need we say more?

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Soap & Glory Travel Size Hand Food
$4; ulta.com

It’s abnormally cute and small, smells like bergamot and rose heaven and moisturizes so good your hands will be mistaken for a baby’s bottom. With ingredients like shea butter, macadamia oil and marshmallow, Soap & Glory’s Travel Size Hand Food will deter dry or flaky skin. 

Dior Fix It 2-In-1 Prime & Conceal
$36; dior.com

Calling all lazy girls: Dior’s ‘Fix It’ 2-In-1 Prime & Conceal is now your savior. There’s not much this product doesn’t do—it’s a multipurpose concealer stick that will hide your under-eye bags, blemishes, skin and lip pigmentation.  If you’re one who rushes and doesn’t have time for last minute touches, this is also perfect for you. The stick-applicator it comes in makes it so easy to apply while on a moving bus or train, or even walking! Don’t worry about creasing or looking cake-y, this concealer is light but still gives sufficient coverage. Score!

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