I Never Travel Without a Beauty and Fashion Emergency Kit — Here's What Makes the Cut

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If you could see the contents of my suitcase, you would think I had been through an alarmingly high number of fashion and beauty emergencies in my lifetime. On the contrary, I have actually avoided (or quickly fixed) a great number of mishaps because I've been prepared with the right accoutrements in my kit. (It only took a sundress strap snapping and a false eyelash falling off for me to change my ways.)

From acne spot treatments to fashion tape to eyelash glue, these items help to squash stress fast and keep me on vacation cloud nine if anything does go array. Sure, the bag may take up a little extra space in your luggage, but I promise you won't even miss that extra T-shirt.

Tide To Go Stain Remover Pen
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Tide To Go Stain Remover Pen

If any type of sauce or coffee is on the agenda and a washing machine isn't nearby, I highly recommend tossing a travel stain-remover product in your bag, like the Tide To Go Stain Remover Pen ($4).

e.l.f. Cosmetics Acne Fighting Spot Gel
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e.l.f. Cosmetics Acne Fighting Spot Gel

Sometimes pimples pop up out of nowhere. The e.l.f. Cosmetics Acne Fighting Spot Gel ($3) is formulated with ingredients to kill the blemish-causing bacteria and reduce redness.

e.l.f. Cosmetics Mattifying Blotting Papers
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e.l.f. Cosmetics Mattifying Blotting Papers

I turn to blotting papers, like the e.l.f. Cosmetics Mattifying Blotting Papers ($5), to tackle shine on my T-zone quickly.

Hollywood Fashion Secrets Medical Quality Double-Stick Apparel Tape
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Hollywood Fashion Secrets Medical Quality Double-Stick Apparel Tape

I've never been upset that I took up a little extra space in my cosmetics case with Hollywood Fashion Secrets Medical Quality Double-Stick Apparel Tape ($17 for three tins). I've used the double-stick tape to quick fix hemlines and prevent my shirts from gaping.

Slip Multi Midi Scrunchie Set
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Slip Multi Midi Scrunchie Set

The Slip Multi Midi Scrunchie Set ($45) is my secret for preserving a blowout or avoiding bends in my hair when it's up in a bun on a steamy day.

e.l.f. Cosmetics Line and Define Eye Tape
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e.l.f. Cosmetics Line and Define Eye Tape

As someone who does not have a steady hand when applying a cat eye, the e.l.f. Cosmetics Line and Define Eye Tape ($3) is a game changer. The tape gives you a guideline to follow for a precise look.

e.l.f. Cosmetics Mascara & Shadow Shield
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e.l.f. Cosmetics Mascara & Shadow Shield

Let's set a scene: you're rushing to dinner, and you speed through the application of your shimmery eyeshadow and volumizing mascara. The result? Smears and fallout everywhere. The e.l.f. Cosmetics Mascara & Shadow Shield ($4) will save you some of the cleanup.

Cocofloss 4-Piece Happiness Set
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Cocofloss 4-Piece Happiness Set

Tuck one of the coconut-oil-infused floss spools from the Cocofloss 4-Piece Happiness Set ($33 for four spools) in all of your travel bags. Trust me, you'll be happy you have it on hand when there's a strawberry seed stuck in your teeth.

Scunci Bobby Pins
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Scunci Bobby Pins

It's a universal truth that your bobby pins will disappear. Don't take that chance on vacation. Throw a handful of the Scunci Bobby Pins ($4) in your makeup bag just in case.

Welly Assorted Colorwash Tie Dye Pink and Blue Adhesive Bandages
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Welly Assorted Colorwash Tie Dye Pink and Blue Adhesive Bandages

The Welly Assorted Colorwash Tie Dye Pink and Blue Adhesive Bandages ($8) will help you protect unexpected scrapes and cuts from dirt and bacteria.