Left your make-up at home and suddenly going out for the evening? A well-stocked office drawer will see you through most crises, writes Melanie Morris
Travel Toothbrush, €2.15 from Boots countrywide. Clips into its own container to remain fluff-free.
Soluble Solpadine, €3.60 for 12 from chemists. Caffeine and codeine will reverse most Monday morning blues, especially when combined with Berocca, €14.20 from chemists. Soluble vitamins B and C.
Hair clamp, €4.70 from Boots. Gel and spray make tired hair look worse. Instead, brush, twist and clip into a smart chignon.
Acuvue daily disposable contact lenses, €60 per month from opticians. Always keep a spare set to hand in case of contact lens disasters.
ERA spray-on foundation, €55 from Brown Thomas. Shake, shake, shake, then spray lightly all over the face for an even, well-covered complexion.
Wrigley's Extra Thin Ice, €1.20 from newsagents. A film of minty oomph to counteract coffee breath.
Sisley Phyto-Mascara Double Action, €34 from Brown Thomas. Lengthening and strengthening.
MAC Mineralize Skinfinish, €27 from Brown Thomas. Use the "Shimpagne" shade as a slightly bronzing highlighter. Limited edition.
Bobbi Brown Nude-on-Nude eye palette, €58 from Brown Thomas. Every shade of flattering brown for light daytime looks or dramatic evening eyes.
Demak'Up cleansing wipes, €4.79, available countrywide. Gets rid of the grime instantly.
Posies tissues, 24 cent and Tampax non-applicator tampons, €3.05 for 16. Essential stand-bys every girl should not be without.
Impulse O2 bodyspray, €3.25 available countrywide. Created by the same "nose" as CK One, this is light and zesty.
Pout lip gloss in "Tickle My Fancy", €14 from Brown Thomas. A natural pink with goldy highlights, for all ages and complexions.
Ghost Summer Dream, €42 from Arnotts. A warm, fruity fragrance that lingers on skin without overpowering the office.