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Your New Life with the Her Campus Survival Kit

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Portland chapter.

Do midterms got you down? Are you looking for a way to update your look for Fall Break? Are you missing some wardrobe essentials? If you answered yes to any of these questions then stay tuned for what the Her Campus Back to School Survival Kit has for you. 

1. If you’re feeling bored…

…then give Andrews McMeel Publishing’s books a read. Two great options: “Adulthood is a Myth” or “The Roommate Book”. 

  • “Adulthood is a Myth”- Adulting is hard—navigating the murky waters of dating + relationships, hair and makeup, jobs, friendship, body image, introversion, laundry— how to cope?  With Adulthood is a Myth for comic relief!
  • “The Roommate Book”- The Roommate Book offers a not-serious guide to living with a friend (or total stranger).

 

2. If you don’t want to shave your legs…

…then cover up them bad boys with L’eggs Sheer Energy Sheer Panties. 

  • Black sheers provide perfect balance of sheer and light opaque coverage. Sheer Energy knit micro-tones legs for constant, refreshing comfort that feels like an all-day massage.

 

3. If you need coffee with you AT ALL TIMES…

… then carry your pick-me-up with you in this CamelBak Forge Divide Mug. 

  • The Forge® Divide is all-terrain mug that makes it easy to drink coffee or tea one-handed, with a drinking valve that opens with the press of a button, and then seals shut to prevent leaks or spills. The leak-proof cap means you can confidently toss the Forge Divide into your bag without soaking your stuff.

 

4. If you have your sights set on studying abroad…

…then make sure the Wearsafe Tag is on your packing list. 

  • The Wearsafe Tag is the only personal safety button that instantly connects you to the people who know and love you the most, giving them both your location and valuable context about what’s happening through a continuous audio stream. With a private group chat, the people in your network can also communicate with each other to quickly decide how to get you the right help, right away.

 

5. If you’re ready to say bye bye to tampons…

… then say hello to the Diva Cup. 

  • The DivaCup is a reusable, bell-shaped menstrual cup that is worn internally, collecting rather than absorbing menstrual flow and offering women more convenience, confidence and flexibility. Easy-to-use and comfortable, The DivaCup provides up to 12 hours of leak-free protection all-day and overnight, making it a perfect choice for any activity.

 

6. If you’re tired of losing your cup at parties…

…then dress up your cup in a Flying Colors Apparel Koozie.

  • Flying Colors designs feminine, fashionable, flirty and fun clothing for fashion forward women of all ages who want to make a statement and support their college and love of collegiate spirit.

 

7. If you’re wearing your stress on your face…

…then treat yo self with a Freeman Feeling Beautiful Face Mask.

  • Feeling Beautiful™ is famous for mixing feel-good fun with fresh botanicals to make products that feel good, smell good, and do good for skin! They are in constant pursuit of the newest, purest, most effective ingredients, unearthed in nature and sourced from science, all to make gorgeous skin possible for women and girls.

 

8. If you’re running on washcloth showers and dry shampoo…

…then cover it all up with a Juicy Couture Fragrance Sample. 

  • Bold. Sensual. Intriguing. The new scent from Juicy Couture is for the glamorous rebel who declares her passion for life and all things Juicy. With notes of sparkling mandarin, jasmine and addictive patchouli, this fragrance is a must-have.

 

9. If your forever bra needs to take a beat…

… then try out Maidenform Love the Lift® Push Up Bra. 

  • Get lifted up, not strapped down! Demi bra lifts up & pushes in for your sexiest silhouette! Side shape and push-in design enhances your shape and creates a perfect narrow profile. Smoothing side wings for comfortable support around your body. Fully adjustable straps. The Maidenform brand essence is “Sexy. Spirited. Confident.”

 

10. If something isn’t quite right “downstairs”… 

… then see if it’s a yeast infection and help yourself out by using MONISTAT Complete Care Instant Itch Relief Cream.

  • When it comes to dealing with intimate health issues like yeast infections, young women are relying on advice that’s plain wrong – and even harmful. More than half – 53% – of young women say they don’t know how to deal with a yeast infection and two out of three women (66%) don’t know it can be cured with an over-the-counter treatment. With all the information out there, finding the right answers can be confusing and overwhelming.  There’s no reason to panic. In many cases, yeast infections areas easily treatable as they are common. MONISTAT® launched It’s Time for TMI because when it comes to your body and your health, you can never have too much information. 

 

11. If you’re ready for a new look… 

… then reach for a new makeup goodie from Rimmel.

  • Rimmel offers innovative must-have products that uniquely deliver the eclectic beauty looks and lifestyle of today’s London. Rimmel believes in fashion without rules and values every individual interpretation of beauty. Rimmel delivers wearable and on trend looks at a superior value.
Kelsie is from Klamath Falls, Oregon. She is a sophomore pursuing a Political Science and Spanish Double Major at the University of Portland. She has five brothers and two sisters. Her hobbies include hiking, watching movies, and telling bad jokes.