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You can't prepare for hiccups, clothing stains, and acne, but you can have products on hand for when they arise.

Promising review: "We purchased this kit to keep in our car for emergencies, and it seems great. It has a great variety of items without feeling like it is filled with unnecessary tools. It has all the basics and works great for small emergencies. It's especially great if you have kids around who tend to have scraped knees. :)" —Aurelia

Get it from Amazon for $8.99 (available in two colors).

Some reviewers have reported having trouble refilling the pen, but this reviewer has a helpful explanation of how to refill them. Reviewers also say these are *great* for ensuring crisp lines when working with stencils!

Slobproof is the woman-owned small biz that sells these genius touch-up paint pens!

Promising review: "How did I ever live without these?! I had these in my cart forever but the price seemed a bit high for what they are. Finally on an impulse I pulled the trigger and bought them. I'm now kicking myself for not doing it sooner. These are fantastic!!! They make small fixes a breeze, especially when two paint colors butt up next to each other at a corner. The brush fibers are great are great and smoothly put the paint in the exact spot. I had even tried buying artists brushes for touchups in the past but they never worked well and I no longer need to pull out the whole can to do one tiny touch up. I have these locked and loaded with every paint color in my house and am ready to go." —AAG338

Get a two-pack from Amazon for $14.99 (also available in a five-pack).

Promising review: "Totally impressed! The unassuming generic packaging and label left me a bit skeptical but this stuff is almost as exciting as the wine I spilled! This cabernet stain sat on my ivory faux fur blanket for over a month before I tried this product. Completely gone in one try! Get this. Seriously. You won’t be disappointed." —Persian Tess

These vegan tablets come from Wonderbelly (a small business) and are free from talc, dyes, parabens, artificial sweeteners, dairy, and gluten. Plus, the packaging is made from recycled materials!

You can learn more about antacids at Cleveland Clinic.

Promising review: "This works so much better than Pepto and tastes better also. It’s easy to chew and swallow. The texture is way better than any other antacids. It is a bit pricier than other brands, though the ingredients make it understandable." —Jaysangel

Get 60 tablets from Amazon for $11.99 (available in other flavors and pack sizes here).

And just in case there aren't any in the public bathroom stall you're in, keep a pack of your own disposal bags on hand.

Promising review: "This was great for traveling. Fits in smaller crossbody purses for on the go or tote bags. Holds a good amount of tampons and some Midol or any other pain reliever you use. I keep it in my everyday tote and use it when I’m out." —Kearsten Kreh

Get it from Amazon for $7.95+ (available in six colors).

Promising review: "Can remove practically any stains on fabric, including oily food stains or blood droplets, if you clean it right away. Handy to have these Tide pens in laundry rooms, cars, offices, or purses. We have one that’s more than five years old and still works like a charm! Highly recommended!" —5—7—5

Get a pack of three from Amazon for $7.88.

Promising review: "Y'all, this thing is amazing! My kitchen sink was completely clogged for four days. I've been trying to clear the drain with a different sink plunger that I already had, and it didn't do diddly-squat. I was about to give up and call a plumber. Then I decided to order this one, and it just arrived...it completely cleared the drain in like three minutes. So then I decided to take it to the bathroom sink that had been draining extremely slowly and within a minute, I had the water running so quickly and smoothly again. I got the small one, and it's the perfect size for kitchen and bathroom sinks." —JNeen

Get it from Amazon for $12.74+ (available in three sizes and two colors).

Check out a TikTok of the Portawipes in action. 

Portawipes is a small business that specializes in personal care products for travel. 

Promising review: "I kept some of these in my fanny pack and backpack while traveling. I used them when bathrooms didn't have any toilet paper, and also for cleaning spills or washing my hands when out and about. Really nice to have them around for peace of mind. Easy to use with just a few drops of water to make them expand, or add more for cleaning." —Chamomile

Get a 100-pack (!!) from Amazon for $14.27 (also available in larger quantities and multi-packs).

Read more about essential oils and morning sickness at Mayo Clinic, peppermint oil and nausea in one small study at the National Library of Medicine, and aromatherapy at Cleveland Clinic.

Promising review: "I get nauseous often, and I always have this on me. Whether it's carsickness or anxiety, something will set my stomach off. This always brings me quick relief! I love that it comes in a two-pack. It's so easy to use. Something that sets this apart from other 'boom sticks' is that the Allclair stick is double-sided and has a roll-on/dab-on peppermint oil applicator on the bottom. This is great for applying oil to my temples, around my nose, on my neck, or anywhere else I may need it. It's so easy to use, and it works well. It's a good quality product, and I've used it over and over again. It's great. It's easy to use, the design is user-friendly, and it's a quick way to find relief. Use it in moderation, don't get the oil in your eyes, and you'll have a great time." —MJ

Get a two-pack from Amazon for $10.52 (also available in a four-pack).

If you’re concerned about your hiccups, talk to your doctor. Read more about hiccup causes and treatment at the Cleveland Clinic. 

Promising review: "I was admittedly skeptical at first, but I gotta say, I was SO wrong because this thing is SO right. Wow. I mean, it's instant relief. I get the hiccups sometimes, and they'll last for a super long time, and they kind of hurt sometimes, too. This straw, after one sip, makes them disappear in what feels a miraculous way! If I could give 100 stars, I wouldn't hesitate." —MW

Read more about tea tree oil and acne at Mayo Clinic.

Promising review: "I've battled painful acne on my rear end for years, and no dermatologist, cream, scrub, antibiotics, or ointment has ever been able to keep it under control. I bought this cream on a whim based solely on the reviews, and I'm so glad I did! After just one week of treatment, the acne was gone! No more painful days sitting at my desk or nights wondering if sitting on the couch too long was going to make my butt sweaty and cause another breakout. It's been almost two months, and just following the recommendations on the bottle, the acne hasn't returned. The scars from previous breakouts are even starting to fade. This cream is amazing, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it. You won't regret this purchase." —deirdreD

Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (also available in a two-pack and in a bundle with back acne spray).

Promising review: "My grandson came to visit and left something to remember him by — BEDBUGS. We tried so many products until I think the bugs waited for the new flavors. I was so frustrated!!!! I was ready to burn the house down and build a new one. I saw the reviews one dreary, sleepless night and decided to try once more. I was not disappointed. This stuff works. I mean actually works. I recommend this to anyone who hasn't slept in months with their eyes closed. You will not be disappointed." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $11.97+ (available in three sizes).

And then I always try to get it off with a Kleenex, and I end up with little fibers all over. No, these sponges are a far smarter bet.

Promising review: "I'm not really sure what else to say about this besides that it works! I change clothes frequently, so this product is a godsend. Gets the deodorant stains right out!" —Amazon Customer

Get a pack of two from Amazon for $8.99.

If you suspect you have tonsil stones (also called tonsilloliths), talk to your dentist or doctor! They can perform a physical exam or imaging scan and deliver a diagnosis.

These also come with an LED light to get right to the source of the problem.

Promising review: "I'm in my early 30s and just started getting tonsil stones. Until a few months ago, I never even knew what these things were! Anyway, I've been struggling with cotton buds to fully remove the stones, but I couldn't get rid of them, and they would just come back within the week. I received this and OMFG...best investment ever. No struggle holding my phone as a flashlight while awkwardly poking myself in front of my badly lit bathroom mirror. I sat comfortably at my vanity, used one hand, and removed the whole stone in less than a minute. Why did I not know this was a thing? Why have I been struggling? Get it! Stop struggling, suffering, and awkwardly dealing with this ridiculous condition...trust me." —Wren

Get it from Amazon for $8.94+ (available in two colors and a multipack).

Note that this requires cold water that should be changed every 30 minutes. This works best for smaller packages of meat, and you have to cook it immediately. Read more about food safety and cold water thawing at the USDA. 

Promising review: "A package of frozen meat would have taken at least two days to thaw in the fridge. I used this for a 2-pound package a couple of days ago, and the meat was thawed within 90 minutes. One of the most practical kitchen gadgets I own." —Llda Schellhase

Read more about aromatherapy and stress and tension at Johns Hopkins.

Promising review: "After reading an article on BuzzFeed that touted this product, I bought one for my boyfriend, who suffers from awful, frequent headaches. It WORKS. Not only does he swear by it, he has purchased them for his mom and several friends. FANTASTIC." —Your friend Sarah

Read my coworker's Migrastil Migraine Stick review for more deets!

Get it from Amazon for $12.95 (also available in a three-pack).

Read more about how temperature therapy can help — including how applying heat during the start of a migraine can help relax tense muscles, while cold compresses can have a numbing effect, which may dull pain — at Mayo Clinic. 

Promising review: "I have suffered from migraines my entire life, and I’m almost 50 years old. As soon as I put this pack on my head, I instantly felt relief from the five-day barometric pressure migraine I’d had. The soft design was really nice, and I love that it covered my whole head and was easy to put on. I recommend waiting a few minutes after taking it out of the freezer because it was really cold." —T.

Get it from Amazon for $27.95+ (available in six colors and a two-pack).

This product is not an overnight miracle. Apply this 2–3 times a day, be patient, and you'll start to see the results.

Talk to your doctor before attempting to treat your keloid on your own, and learn more about keloids from Cleveland Clinic.

Promising review: "This product is amazing! Truly a miracle product. I had an AWFUL keloid forming near my nose piercing about six weeks after getting it done and it was getting bigger and more irritated by the day, nothing was helping. I bought this and started using it and in less than two weeks my huge keloid was completely gone! I was definitely skeptical and a little nervous when it didn’t seem to be getting noticeably smaller after a week but then the second week, it started totally disappearing so give it some time to work if your bump is on the larger side. If you remain patient and apply it twice a day, it should do the trick!" —Jordan Caprigno

Promising review: "As embarrassing as it is to admit, I used this in the car on a road trip. I didn't know exactly what to expect, but I was thrilled with the outcome! I pulled over and positioned myself over the bag, and it was easy peasy! The crystals absorbed the urine, and there was no mess or smell. I have kids, and these will work great for them, too. I'm really glad I bought these. We travel with our dog EVERYWHERE, and we can't leave him in the car to stop for bathroom breaks at rest stops, so these have already proven themselves perfect for traveling." —Ella

Get a six-pack from Amazon for $18.49 (also available as an 18-pack).

Promising review: "Sometimes you eat something that is too rich on an empty stomach and wham — the pain, the bloating, the weird weird noises start. And then if you have this, within minutes it helps relieve the gas, bloating, and discomfort. Taking this is nothing to be ashamed about; it happens to everyone whether they like to admit it or not." —MusicLover

Get a pack of 72 chewable tablets from Amazon for $14.20.

Promising review: "I am a 40-some-year-old woman who still gets pimples. I tried a wide swath of pimple patches. These are the best. Like the goldilocks of patches — some were very adherent but took off skin to remove, and some fell off very quickly — these are just right. And they work. They reduce the inflammation and keep gunk from getting in. They also keep you from picking at the zit. My teenage daughter also uses them, and they work for her. I have very fair skin, and she is much darker, and they seem to blend nicely with both skin tones." —K. Dahl

Read our Hero Cosmetics Mighty Patch review!

Get a pack of 36 from Amazon for $12.99 (also available in a 72-pack).

Promising review: "It's gross in the most spectacular way. The amount of disgusting gunk that came out of my face was appalling, and I instantly gagged. However, my nose has never felt so clean and smooth for consecutive days. If you have oily skin, I definitely recommend washing your face first and applying it to the nose before moisturizing the rest of your face. If I could give this 10 stars, I would. Everyone is getting this for Christmas…maybe because it's not cheap." —Justina

Promising review: "I wish I had found these sooner!! These cold sores were probably the worst I've had and wouldn't clear up or stop itching/hurting. I googled cold sore remedies, and these happened to pop up. After reading the reviews, I immediately ordered them. They came right on time, and I put them on before bed last night. It's been less than 36 hours, and these cold sores are already healing beautifully. I plan to order another pack or three, so I can keep one at home, one in my purse, and one in my locker at work so if I ever feel the warning tingle/itching of a new breakout, I can slap one of these bad boys on and get rid of it quickly! Highly recommend for my fellow cold sore sufferers." —Jessica Hill

Get a pack of 15 from Amazon for $12.97.

Promising review: "More than six years with a large, sometimes painful plantar wart on the bottom of my foot. The doctor tried freezing. I tried apple cider vinegar, aspirin, freezing at home, over and over again...nothing worked. Never showing the bottom of my feet, refusing to get a pedicure with the girls, and so, so embarrassed. It felt as if I was doomed to have it forever; it was resistant to everything. Literally six years of fighting it, and on a whim, I tried these because of the good reviews. ONE APPLICATION. I wore the bandage overnight. I didn’t think it did anything, but a few days later, the wart just came off. I know it’s silly to be so emotional over a stupid wart, but I’m telling you, I nearly cried. I’ve never been so happy with a product in my life. Highly, highly recommend giving these a try if you’ve got stubborn plantar warts." —Liz Dube

Read more about cradle cap — aka seborrheic dermatitis — at Seattle Children’s and the American Academy of Dermatology. The kit includes a double-sided foam sponge and bristle brush, a fine-tooth comb, and a storage stand.

Promising review: "A must-have for newborns. My 6-week-old had bad cradle cap, and this brush worked miracles. I wish I had it from birth. We have continued to use this brush even though the cradle cap has gone, and it does wonders on the scalp and keeps the hair looking healthy. Highly highly recommend. Plus, my baby enjoys the gentle scalp massage from the soft bristles." —LM01

The patch's scent is a soothing combination of lemon, jasmine, and rose oil!

I am so intrigued by these that I just bought a pack! Thankfully, my period cramps are easily solved with some Motrin, but once a month, I get an ovarian cyst rupture. It's never so painful that I have to seek medical care, but it is painful enough that I need to sit with a heating pad and wait for the pain to subside (and heat is the only thing that helps). I usually have a general idea of when they'll occur, but now with these patches, I can be prepared if I'm not at home and need relief fast. 

Promising review: "Amazing! If you like heating pads during that lovely time just get it..it says they last for six hours or something, but I've had a few/all stay warm and comforting for over 15 hours! They are perfect." —SFMB

Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ or straight from Rael for $17.99.

Awkward Essentials is a woman-owned small biz!

Promising review: "This product is a game-changer! Super easy and effective. It makes post-fun cleanup a breeze, and you aren't left dripping for hours... I wish I had known about it sooner!" —KL

Get a pack of 10 on Amazon for $14.99 (also available in a pack of 20).

Reviews in this post have been edited for length and clarity.

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