What’s Really in My Bag? My Everyday Essentials, Beauty Favorites & More

Lyfestile Beauty August 30, 2026

What's in My Bag? My Everyday Carry Essentials, Beauty Favorites & Little Things I Never Leave Home Without

What’s in my bag beauty
What’s in my bag


Have you ever wondered what someone actually carries around in their bag all day?

I'm always curious about the little things people keep in their purses because I feel like your bag says a lot about you. Some people carry the absolute essentials. Some people have snacks, receipts and approximately seventeen lip products. And then there are people like me who somehow turn their purse into a tiny beauty and lifestyle emergency kit.

My bag is a little bit of everything. I have my beauty essentials, things that make running errands easier, a few practical items I hope I never need and, of course, some cute accessories because why should a functional bag be boring?

I also rotate between several bags depending on what I'm doing and how much I need to carry. So today I'm giving you a peek inside my current everyday carry essentials, from my favorite handbags and organizers to the makeup, fragrance, tech and little extras that have earned a permanent spot in my rotation.

Basically, we're doing the full what's in my purse experience.

So let's open the bag and see what we're working with.

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The Bags in My Rotation

What’s in my bag
Rare Beauty Tote Bag


Before we get into everything inside my bags, let's talk about the bags themselves.

I don't have one purse that does everything. Sometimes I want something classic and polished. Other days I want a cute tote that can hold absolutely everything. And then there are those days when I tell myself I'm only carrying the essentials and somehow end up needing a much bigger bag.

Michael Kors Bag

A classic handbag will always have a place in my rotation. My Michael Kors bag is one of those bags I reach for when I want something polished enough to pull an outfit together while still being practical for everyday life.

It's the kind of bag that works whether I'm running errands, meeting someone for lunch or just want to feel a little more put together.

Shop my Michael Kors bag

Rare Beauty Tote Bag

If you've been around Lifestyle of Beauty & Skin for a while, you probably aren't surprised to see Rare Beauty making an appearance.

The Rare Beauty Tote is one of those easy bags I can grab when I need more room. It's casual enough for everyday use but still has that beauty-girl personality that I love.

Shop the Rare Beauty Tote

Rare Beauty Mini Tote Bag

When I don't need to carry quite as much, the Rare Beauty Mini Tote is a fun option. I love having a smaller bag available because sometimes you really don't need to bring your entire life with you.

It's cute, compact and perfect for those lighter days.

Shop the Rare Beauty Mini Tote

Rare Beauty Puffy Makeup Bag

This is one of those little pieces that makes organizing my beauty products feel much more fun.

The puffy texture gives it that soft, cozy feel, while giving my smaller beauty essentials their own home instead of letting everything disappear into the bottom of my purse.

Because looking for lip gloss at the bottom of a purse should not feel like an archaeological dig.

Shop the Rare Beauty Puffy Makeup Bag

Rare Beauty Carryall Tote

Then there are the days when I know I'm going to need room.

The Rare Beauty Careall Tote is the kind of bag I like having in my rotation when "I'm only bringing a few things" turns into "apparently I need everything I own."

It's especially handy when I want the extra space of a tote without sacrificing that cute beauty-inspired look.

Take a look at the Rare Beauty Carryall Tote

Case-Mate Tote Organizer

Now let's talk about the thing that keeps my tote from becoming a black hole.

The Case-Mate Tote Organizer gives all of those little purse essentials somewhere to live. Instead of everything sinking to the bottom of a roomy tote, I can keep my smaller items together and actually find what I'm looking for.

And honestly, anything that saves me from digging through my purse while saying, "I know it's in here somewhere," has earned its place.

Shop the tote organizer that keeps my bag organized

What's in My Purse? My Everyday Carry Essentials

Ohsnap magnetic phone grip


Now we're getting to the good stuff.

These are the little things that tend to follow me from bag to bag. Some are practical. Some are beauty-related. Some are just cute. And a few are here because I like being prepared for those random moments when you suddenly realize you need something you didn't think you'd need.

  • Oh Snap Phone Grip: My phone is basically attached to me, so having a good phone grip is more than just a cute accessory. The Oh Snap gives me a more secure grip when I'm carrying my phone around, but what I really love is that it can do more than simply help me hold my phone. Its slim design can function as a stand and rotate, which is especially handy when I'm watching something, taking photos or creating content. If you're constantly using your phone for everyday life, this is one of those little accessories that can quickly become something you wonder how you lived without.

    See the Oh Snap phone grip that earned a spot in my everyday bag
  • Pacsun John Galt Women's Slipper Bag Charm: Not everything in my purse has to be practical. Sometimes we just need something cute. This little slipper bag charm adds personality to my bag and gives it that "this is mine" feeling. I love accessories like this because you can completely change the personality of a basic tote without buying another bag.

    Add this cute slipper bag charm to your bag
  • Crocs Bag Charms: Apparently I have decided that my bags need accessories of their own. These Crocs bag charms are such a fun way to personalize a tote, handbag or backpack. If your everyday bag is starting to feel a little too basic, adding a playful charm is an easy way to give it a completely different look.

    Shop these cute Crocs bag charms
  • Travel Pill Organizer: This is one of those boring-but-brilliant purse essentials. I like having a small organizer tucked away because it keeps things contained without taking up much room. It's one of those items I may not think about every day, but when I need it, I'm very happy I have it.
    Shop the compact travel pill organizer
  • Smart Care Barbie First Aid Kit: Yes, I carry a Barbie first aid kit. And honestly, I'm not mad about it. I like keeping basic first-aid supplies together instead of throwing random bandages into the bottom of my purse. Plus, the Barbie design makes something practical feel a lot more fun.

    See the Barbie first aid kit
  • Velvet Caviar Blush Pink Bow MagSafe Power Bank: There are few things more stressful than watching your phone battery drop into the red when you're nowhere near a charger. This blush pink bow power bank gives me backup power while still looking cute enough to fit in with my other accessories. And because I use my phone for photos, videos and content creation, having extra battery power nearby is definitely one of my everyday carry essentials.

    Shop the blush pink bow MagSafe power bank
  • Away Travel Mini Tech Case: Chargers and cords have a special talent for becoming tangled the second they enter a purse. I like having my smaller tech accessories together in the Away Mini Tech Case so they aren't floating around loose. It keeps the little things contained and makes finding a charging cable much less frustrating.

    Shop the Away Mini Tech Case
  • She's Birdie Women's Personal Safety Alarm: This is one of those items I would rather have and never need than need and not have. The She's Birdie personal safety alarm is small enough to keep with my everyday essentials without taking over my bag. Personal safety is one of those things that deserves a little space in your everyday carry.

    See the She's Birdie personal safety alarm

The Beauty Bag: What Makeup Do I Carry?

What’s in my makeup bag
What’s in my makeup bag


Now we're getting into the part of my bag that probably gives away the most about me.

After spending years around beauty, I naturally have a few more makeup products in my purse than the average person. But I'm not trying to carry an entire vanity with me. I want products that can help me look refreshed, add a little color, fix a makeup emergency or simply make me feel more put together when I'm out.

These are some of the makeup bag essentials currently making the cut:

If you want to browse my makeup favorites all in one place, I've gathered them together for easy shopping.

Shop my complete makeup bag favorites on Amazon

Hair & Fragrance: Because I Want to Smell Good Too

Makeup may be the star of my beauty bag, but I don't want to forget about hair and fragrance.

Sometimes you don't need a complete beauty routine. You just need to freshen up your hair, add a little fragrance and suddenly feel like yourself again.

Kitsch Warm Vanilla Hair & Body Spray: There is something so comforting about a warm vanilla scent. I love having this nearby when I want to freshen up and add a soft, cozy fragrance without reaching for a full perfume routine. It's the kind of scent that makes me want to keep catching little whiffs of it throughout the day. Shop the Kitsch Warm Vanilla Hair & Body Spray

Sol de Janeiro Jelly Balm + Keychain: The Cutest Little Fragrance Pick-Me-Up

Okay, these are just too cute.

I love when something practical can also become part of your outfit, and that's exactly why the Sol de Janeiro Jelly Balm + Keychain sets caught my attention.

Instead of tossing your fragrance into the bottom of your purse, these little fragrance balms can be paired with collectible keychains so you can clip them onto your bag. It turns a simple fragrance touch-up into a cute little accessory.

And if you're already someone who loves Sol de Janeiro scents, this is such a fun way to carry your favorite fragrance with you.

  • Cheirosa 62: If you love warm, sweet and delicious scents, Cheirosa 62 is the one that gives me that cozy gourmand feeling. It's the kind of fragrance that makes you want to keep smelling your wrist after applying it.

    Shop the Cheirosa 62 Jelly Balm
  • Cheirosa 68: This one feels brighter and more playful. It's a pretty option when you want something that feels fresh, feminine and easy to wear during the day.

    Shop the Cheirosa 68 Jelly Balm
  • Cheirosa 40: When I want something a little warmer and more sophisticated, this is the direction I'd go. It has that deeper, cozy fragrance feeling that works beautifully when you want something a little moodier.

    Shop the Cheirosa 40 Jelly Balm

See the Sol de Janeiro Jelly Balm + Keychain collection

Touchland: The Purse Essential I Actually Want to Show Off

Touchland hand sanitizer
Crocs x Touchland


Hand sanitizer has officially entered its beauty accessory era.

I remember when hand sanitizer was something you threw into your purse and hoped it wouldn't leak everywhere. Now we have cute packaging, fun scents, hair and body mists and accessories that actually make you want to keep your sanitizer where people can see it.

That's one of the reasons I love Touchland.

And the new Crocs x Touchland collaboration takes the whole idea of portable hand sanitizer and turns it into a fashion accessory. The case can be clipped onto your bag, tote, keychain or belt loop, so you can keep your hand mist within easy reach while adding a little something extra to your outfit.

The jet-black Crocs case is especially easy to style because black goes with practically everything.

Which Touchland Bundle Is Right for You?

  • Crocs x Touchland Choose Your Scent Bundle: This is the option I'd look at if you want the new Crocs case but also want to choose your Touchland hand sanitizer scent. It's a fun way to get the accessory without being locked into a scent you wouldn't normally choose.

    The jet-black Crocs case is especially versatile because you can clip it onto a handbag, tote, keychain or belt loop. It's practical, but it also feels like part of your look.

    Shop the Crocs x Touchland Choose Your Scent Bundle on TikTok Shop
  • Crocs x Touchland Elevated Essentials Bundle: This is the one for anyone who wants more than just hand sanitizer. The bundle includes two Touchland hand sanitizers plus hair and body mists, giving you a complete little refresh kit for when you're out and about. There is also a larger option if you want three hair and body mists.

    It's a great choice if you like the idea of having your hand sanitizer and fragrance products working together instead of carrying several unrelated products.

    Shop the Crocs x Touchland Elevated Essentials Bundle
  • Crocs x Touchland Clip & Go Hand Mist Bundle: If you want the colorful version of the Crocs case, this is the fun one. The Clip & Go design makes it easy to attach your Touchland to your bag and turn your sanitizer into an accessory.

    I especially love this idea for anyone who likes adding colorful little details to an otherwise neutral bag.

    Shop the Crocs x Touchland Clip & Go Bundle
  • Touchland Every Occasion Bundle: If you love a little surprise with your shopping experience, this is the bundle for you. You know two of the four products you're receiving, while the other two are surprises. So opening the package becomes part of the experience.

    It's basically a little Touchland unboxing moment for your purse.

    Shop the Touchland Every Occasion Bundle
  • Touchland Pick Your Color Bundle: This one is for the person who wants a little more control over their surprise. You get to choose your color while still keeping some of the mystery of a bundle. And let's be honest, choosing the color is half the fun when the packaging is this cute.

    Shop the Touchland Pick Your Color Bundle

If you're shopping specifically for the Crocs x Touchland collaboration, I'd check TikTok Shop for the latest bundle options and promotions because availability and pricing can change. Available TikTok Shop bundles may vary based on current promotions and inventory.

My Amazon Shopping Essentials

If you're more of an Amazon shopper, I've made it easy for you.

I've gathered many of my beauty essentials, makeup favorites and everyday shopping finds into my Amazon storefront so you can browse them without having to search for each product individually.

Think of it as the online version of digging through my purse.

Shop my Amazon Storefront for my everyday favorites

So, What's Really in My Bag?

Looking at everything together, I realize my bag is basically a combination of beauty, convenience, comfort and a little bit of "what if?"

I have things to touch up my makeup. Things to keep my phone charged. Things to keep me organized. A little fragrance for when I want to smell good. Cute charms because apparently my purse needs accessories too. And a few practical things that I hope I never need but feel better knowing I have nearby.

But I think that's what makes a good everyday bag.

It doesn't have to contain everything.

It just needs the things that make your day easier, more comfortable or maybe just a little more fun.

Some days my bag is beautifully organized and everything has its place.

Other days I'm digging around for lip gloss while thinking, "I know it's in here somewhere."

And honestly?

That's real life.

What's in Your Bag?

What’s in my bag Rare Beauty


Now I want to know about you.

What are the things you always carry in your purse?

Is there a beauty product you refuse to leave home without? A random item that somehow became an everyday essential? A favorite lip product that is permanently rolling around in your bag? Or maybe you're the person whose entire purse contains nothing but a phone, wallet and lip balm.

I want to hear about it.

Tell me what is always in your bag. You might just introduce me to my next purse essential.

Until next time, happy shopping!

I also keep my Sephora favorites on my Sephora Store front. 

Shop all of my pink beauty favorites on Sephora


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