The bottom of a woman’s purse can be a very interesting place. For over 20 years my purse has been filled with mom items, work items, receipts, change, and more. Often as I rummage through my bag or make a switch from one bag to another, I come across items that represent distinct moments and memories that have made me feel good, and that observation has encouraged me to share more about what I store in my purse that represents intentional (and sometimes incidental) purchases that have increased happiness in my life. Each month, Positively Posh by Cheryl will do a dump and description that I call, simply, the bottom of my purse and this month’s share is all about the beauty items I aspire to add to my bag.

Following a recent switch from a tote to a baguette bag, I recognized how many items I was carrying that I did not actually need (such a metaphor for life). When I realized that I was carrying much more than I needed to in my daily life I took an inventory of the items that were a necessity and those that I really enjoyed as part of my beauty regimen. From my lip moisturizer to my lotion, and travel-sized perfume, I was reminded of the beauty products that I deem essential and began to explore new items that I would like to add. Here are a few of the lightweight beauty items that I intend to add to the bottom of my purse which are small enough to be carried in transition from a tote to a baguette bag and anywhere between.