Most women's life motto tends to be, 'Be Prepared.' For most women, a purse is an essential accessory for every outing. Women tend to carry many items with them in their purses. Because there are so many items women can carry, it can often be frustrating trying to find a particular item.

In order to make life much easier, the following is a list of the must-have items a woman should carry in her purse:

Cell Phone: A cell phone is an essential tool to keep in contact with others as well as for emergencies. One never knows when they will have a car break down or if they will need to get into contact with a family member or co-worker quickly. A cell phone provides that needed comfort by knowing that loved ones are only a phone call away.

Make-Up: Women like to be prepared for any event. For instance, after a power lunch with co-workers, a woman will often go to the bathroom to touch up her make up and apply lipstick. Whether it is natural look or added color, women always want to look their best. Lipstick is usually the most used item in a woman's make up kit. Mascara can be easily smeared therefore it is a good idea to keep mascara in the purse.

Mirror: To apply makeup, a woman will need a small mirror that fits easily in her purse.
Applying makeup without using a mirror can be a messy experience. A mirror can also be used to check for food in teeth and the condition of one's hair.

Cash: Having a small amount of cash is important in the event that one has a problem with a credit card or debit card. Cash ensures a woman will not get stuck anywhere without any money. You never know when you may need a taxi or have to pay at a toll booth.

Driver's License: The last thing a woman needs is to get stopped by the police and not have her driver's license. It could be a very expensive experience. Also, a driver's license may be required to show proof of age to get into such places as a night club.

Pen and Paper: Women are well organized and like to make lists. Having a pen and paper in a purse will allow a woman to make any important notes. Also, if you accidentally hit a parked car and the other driver is not around, you can leave a note.

Hand Cream: A woman's hands can get rough and dry during the day, especially with working, running the kids to their scheduled activities, and being exposed to environmental elements. Hand cream keeps hands moist and the skin nourished, smooth, and soft. There are a variety of small hand cream products that will easily fit into a purse.

Tissue: You never know when you are going to sneeze or blow your nose. Having tissue in the purse will prevent any unpleasant messy experiences at work or on a date.

Compact Comb and Brush: No woman wants to walk around with messy hair. Wind can do a lot of damage. A brush and comb can provide a touch up for hair that is a bit messed up.

Tampons: No woman wants to be out for a walk or at work, and find themselves in a situation where they need a tampon. There are small compact tampon carriers available that will fit easily in a purse.

These are essential items that women should carry in their purses. Knowing what items are more important than others will help keep a purse well-organized and allow a woman to find things much more quickly and without difficulty.