You’re halfway through your day, and your phone is about to die. What do you do? Or when you get a stain on your favorite shirt at lunch? If you aren’t prepared for these unexpected situations, then you aren’t prepared for the school year.
School is already stressful enough without having to worry about your hair being a tangled mess or forgetting to put deodorant on in the morning. To alleviate any needless stress, these affordable backpack essentials will solve your problems without breaking the bank.
Pocket Outlet
Why search for an outlet when you can carry one on you all day? You can use a battery pack for your phone, air pods, and even your Chromebook with the right c-cord shape. This Walmart outlet is only $11.88, and you’ll never have to worry about your phone dying again.
Stain Squares
Did you get spaghetti on your favorite white pants? No worries. These little squares work similarly to a wet wipe, they glide across your clothes to remove stains. Once you get home, throw your dirty pants in the wash, and the stain will disappear. You can find this essential in the travel section at Walmart.com for less than $3.
Bumps Be Gone
In the unpredictable Oklahoma weather, frizzy and wild hair is a common sight in the halls of our school. Whether you want to put your hair up without bumps or need a refresh through the day, you can always find a use for this compact brush that won’t take up space in your bag. You can purchase one online at Walmart.com for $1.99.
Blotting Sheet
One of the most useful things to keep on you during the sweaty and sticky seasons of school is oil blotting sheets. They absorb the oils from the creases of your skin. When walking back inside from lunch, taking a bathroom break and going to your next class, your skin will feel fresh. They’re a total game changer and just $3.69 at Target.
Minis & Mints
Mints are a must for school, and so is a free spot for your little things. Get a container of Altoids for this year. When you have finished the mints, you can use the container as a storage spot for your earbuds, jewelry, coins, or tech decks. You can also add whatever you please for customization. Altoids are in just about any grocery check-out line for roughly $2.99.
Luscious Lips
Nothing makes my lips more chapped than the school air. With a range of different oils to choose from, these lip glosses work for hydration and as a versatile top coat for any lip combo. I got a pack for Christmas two years ago, and I still use them to this day. They’re $5.99 online at Amazon.com.
Forever Fresh
Last but certainly not least: deodorant! Everyone needs it, and everyone appreciates it. How do you make sure everyone around you smells fresh? Get the mini spray on! This way, if your friend or the kid beside you needs deodorant, you can easily share this instead of sweat and armpit germs. I recommend this one at Walmart for $2.47.
Emergency bag
Store all your emergency items in one cute and accessible make-up bag. You can find them for $1.00-$1.88 at the Miss A Store in Quail Springs or Penn Square Mall. You can add a few other personal hygiene items such as tampons or pads in your bag too.
I hope this list helps you walk into this school year confidently and ready to tackle your day prepared.
