In today’s unpredictable world, it’s important to be prepared for emergencies or any sudden situation. Whether you find yourself in a power outage or out late and needing to sleep at a friend’s, having an emergency kit can provide you with the little things you need but would have never thought to bring along.
Building the emergency kit every woman needs
Making your own emergency kit is relatively easy. Think about your go-to essentials, things that you wish you had during a past situation.
Choose a small gym or weekend bag and start thinking about your list of must-haves. If you don’t have doubles of these items at home, buying traveled-sized minis of the things you need will save you in the long run.
Keep your packed emergency bag in the car or boot to be prepared when any situation arises.
Pro Tip: Remember to check expiration dates every couple of months in case anything needs to be replaced!
Here’s what you can consider for your kit:
- Lip balm.
- Hand cream.
- Deodorant.
- Wet wipes.
- Lip gloss.
- Mascara.
- Hand sanitiser.
- An extra toothbrush.
- Hair spray (winter static is serious stuff!).
- Sunscreen.
- Pads or tampons.
- Toilet paper or tissues.
- Bobby pins.
- Safety pins (always come in handy).
- Mini sewing kit.
- Bandaids.
- Tweezers.
- Nail file.
- Alcohol wipes.
- Hair ties
- Makeup pencil sharpener.
- Mini perfume.
- Eye cream.
- Mini first aid kit.
- Water bottle.
- A snack – protein bar or chocolate.
- Emergency light.
- Portable phone charger.
- Charged power bank.
- A warm hoody or jacket.
- An extra pair of underwear.
- Emergency cash.
Building an emergency kit tailored to your specific needs helps in those unpredictable scenarios. By including the essential items in your kit, you’ll always have the important things on hand.
What does your emergency kit look like?
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