Hangovers can be bad, so bad! And we totally understand if at Indian sangeets or cocktail parties, you gulped down the cocktails and the beers down to the last barrel (*inserts wink smiley). No matter the event – weddings, sangeets, bachelor parties or anything else- we Indians know how to party and one thing that’s common in every Indian wedding is some booze and drinks on the house! And what comes after having that many drinks on the house? Headache, nausea, what not! That’s just a short way to describe a hangover.

Let’s face it – hangovers when you are the bride/groom or maybe the paltan of the bride and groom, we all wake up with weary faces and a head that’s about to burst. Imagine this – what if there’s a blog that gives you a list of hangover kit items details so that you can give them out as party favours to your guests? Stop right there, because there is! Read below to find all details and start taking notes – 

What is a hangover kit ?

A hangover kit is just another name for the bag of necessities you need after a night of unlimited cocktails and breathing down booze. Previously, we had to rummage through our bags in search of tablets for headaches but such smart (and necessary!) inventions have not only helped us organize our hangover cures, but also model itself as a fashion statement as well as styling option!  

Essential Hangover Kit Items!

• Water Bottles – STAY HYDRATED! That first gulp of water you take after a night of heavy drinking feels nothing less than bliss. Drink as much water as you can, periodically. We cannot stress enough about this. Staying hydrated is a MUST for preventing hangovers, as well as curing them!

• Lemon fizz or Lemonade – Have a glass full of cool lemonade and  get that headache gone in seconds. It sure works wonders, ask us (*and trust us, we know bad hangovers). Go for some Limca or Nimbooz or even those tiny bottles of Shikanji masala and get rid of that highness, your highness! 

• PartySmart Capsules – Protecting the head and liver ever since its inception- these capsules by Himalaya work amazingly well. Taking one tablet 30 minutes before drinking will actually relieve you from feeling nauseated. 

• Instant coffee – Try Rage Coffee flavors or simply keep those trustworthy Nescafe coffee sachets in your purse before a night full of chugging cocktails. Coffee will actually help you to keep your nausea at bay and you will surely feel better after a glass or 2!

• Tea bags– If you are one of those chai lovers, then make sure to keep some green tea bags or lemon tea bags in your hangover kit. Mix and boil them in a cup of hot water. Add some honey in it as well, thus making it a perfect concoction for hangover cures. 

• Med kit – Primary headache and nausea-curing medicines like Aspirin or Paracetamol work wonders as hangover cures too. Take them early the next morning with cold water before you start the day. An Alka Seltzer works magic if the headache and nausea is severe. Make sure to lie down right after taking these meds and give yourself a breather.

• Vomit bags – Having a bag full of these disposable vomit bags come in handy when those cocktails want to push our insides out! So, have these in your bag and become one of those friends who are actual lifesavers! You will be thanking us later!

• Paper soaps – Remember those tiny papers in schools which when dipped in water used to turn into soaps? Yes, we are exactly talking about those! (Who even thought those might come handy?!) Use these after you or your friends vomit to stay hygienic and clean. These are economical and perfect to keep in your hangover kit.

• Hand sanitizer – Hand sanitizers actually are a must-have after the post-Covid era, and therefore having one in your hangover kit and using it every time you need to is not only beneficial, but recommended!

• Cookies – By cookies, we mean those oatmeal goodies made with banana and other fruits great for keeping hangovers at bay by themselves. In case they are no fan of fruit, these delicious yet wholesome recipes will definitely provide the same results!

• Band-Aids and Disinfectants – Who would not act clumsily after consuming alcohol? Nobody! Hard hangovers would surely involve some absurd walking, hitting furniture, falling on the floor and so on. So, in case of any mishap, be ready with some band-aids and disinfectants in your hangover kits to give timely treatments.

• Electrolytes/ORS – Oral rehydration solutions can be effective in providing immediate rehydration. Make sure to have at least one such pouch in your hangover kit. You just need to mix it in cold water and you are ready to go.

• Dark chocolates – Dark chocolates are filled with nutritious cocoa as well as have hoards of antioxidants– in short– ideal for hangover cures. Not to mention, they taste so good!

• Mints – Always keep some mints for your breath to bring some freshness as well as to remove the pungent aftertaste of alcohol. 

• Deodorants – Pocket deodorants will actually help you feel fresh before taking a hot shower and let’s accept it – a night of heavy drinking definitely does not lead to a fresh and odorless human the next morning. Hence, pocket deodorants to the rescue! 

• Micellar water – You probably were too drunk and tired to take off that makeup the same night, and thus having a bottle of micellar water ready the next day in your hangover kit actually refreshes your face and mood.

• Coconut water – Again, it’s filled with antioxidants and other clearing properties which helps in hydration as well as curing that hangover.

• Juices– Having some juice boxes in your hangover kit is a big boon, juices are a good source of carbohydrates which is a good plan after a night of drinking. 

So, these were our top picks for some of the must-haves you should never forget to keep in your hangover kit. They are affordable, very versatile and can help you cure your hangover as well as your other symptoms very easily. Nonetheless, always remember to drink responsibly and stay safe!

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